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Aug. 17, 2010
Aerial port Airmen get new training experience thanks to AMC, Expeditionary Center

A group of 12 air transportation specialists from Air Mobility Command bases across the country will be the first class of Airmen to complete the three-week aerial port expediter C-17 training program here. "The best Airmen are hand-picked for this training program," said Tech. Sgt. John Haynes,
Aug. 13, 2010
Airman's best friend: Travis security forces use canines for patrol, detection, force protection

Throughout the ages, mankind has always found ways to expand the roles dogs play in society. Some dogs can lead the blind, while others are used to herd sheep. At Travis AFB, the 60th Security Forces Squadron relies on canine units to assist with a variety of important police details."There is no
Aug. 13, 2010
Eighth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force visits Pope

The eighth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Sam E. Parish visited Pope Aug. 5 and 6 to meet with Pope Airmen and to speak at Pope's senior NCO induction ceremony.The Chief served more than 32 years, but remains active today mentoring Airmen since retirement. During his time as Chief Master
Aug. 11, 2010
Quick acting during emergencies is key to assistance

One of the first and most important steps in an emergency is calling for assistance. When reporting an emergency, remain as calm as possible. If necessary, take a deep breath and try to speak clearly. Immediately tell the 9-1-1 dispatcher the nature of your emergency, specifying clearly what is
Aug. 11, 2010
AMC Icon 'affiliate' registration deadline fast approaching

Air Mobility Command officials want to remind AMC personnel assigned to geographically separated affiliate units that they are eligible to compete in the 2010 AMC Icon talent competition. The deadline for entries is Aug. 14.Based loosely on the television show "American Idol," AMC Icon is an AMC
Aug. 9, 2010
Afghan aerial porters visit Bagram, learn to supply the fight more efficiently

The 455th Expeditionary Aerial Port Squadron supplies the fight and Wednesday they trained their Afghan counterparts assigned to the aerial port at the Afghan National Army Air Force base at Kabul International Airport to do the same. Tech. Sgt. Nicholas Marsh, ANAAF Aerial Port mentor assigned to
Aug. 6, 2010
Smooth skies, Air Traffic Controllers keep base's traffic flowing safely

Controlling the airspace around the largest host wing in the Air Mobility Command may seem like a highly stressful job, but the Airmen working in the air traffic control tower here rely on training and teamwork to complete the mission."I don't find the job stressful at all. As long as everyone is up
Aug. 6, 2010
McConnell Airmen host 'Big for a Day' event

Despite originating from various backgrounds, cities and age groups, McConnell's Airmen bridged the gap and bonded with more than 60 boys and girls from the community Big Brothers Big Sisters program during a visit to the base Aug. 5, 2010.The annual event, "Big For A Day," was sponsored by the
Aug. 4, 2010
Air Force releases personal safety survey

Air Force Headquarters has placed a spotlight on sexual assault by releasing a survey to approximately 100,000 Airmen Air Force-wide July 26.The "Air Force Personal Safety Survey" was sent to inboxes of approximately 100,000 randomly chosen Airmen. This survey is anonymous and is estimated to take
July 28, 2010
New Expeditionary Combat Support System coming to Scott

Over the next few years, the way Air Force logisticians do their job will change dramatically through the Expeditionary Combat Support System.ECSS, based off industry-proven tools from the best commercial practices, will help manage logistics resources like equipment, people and funds. With this,

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