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Sept. 14, 2009
C-5M Super Galaxy unofficially sets 41 world records

A Dover aircrew flying a C-5M Super Galaxy, named The Spirit of Normandy, unofficially set 41 world records in a single flight, taking off from the base before dawn Sept. 13. The results are pending certification by the National Aeronautic Association and should be finalized in about a month, said
Sept. 10, 2009
Injured AMC Airman credits training for saving her life

It takes a split second for an improvised explosive device to detonate, and knowing what to do and how to react in that split second after the explosion can save your life. The training one AMC Airman received during the Advanced Contingency Skills Training Course at the U.S. Air Force Expeditionary
Sept. 9, 2009
Mobility Warriors: Defenders - Long arm of law keeps Kandahar operations in check, Airmen safe

Security forces Airmen are the first line of defense for an Air Force base. They are charged with maintaining the rule of law; this is especially important in a war-torn region like Kandahar, Afghanistan. The men and women from the 755th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron work tirelessly to
Sept. 9, 2009
Charleston squadron bolsters squadron safety with VPP

The 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron here took a new stride in keeping safety a top priority Sept. 3. Lt. Col. Stevan Kaighen, 437th LRS commander, announced the squadron-level implementation of the Voluntary Protection Program, an occupational safety initiative, during his squadron commander's
Sept. 9, 2009
AMC Commander: Air Force birthday is an opportunity to recognize 62 years of success

On Sept. 18, 1947, our Air Force became a separate branch of the military. Since then our unequalled accomplishments have helped provide a beacon of hope for men, women, and children all over the world. Throughout our command's rich history, we have evolved from Air Transportation Command to Air
Sept. 8, 2009
Mud run begins Air Force Week Sacramento

Air Force Week Sacramento kicked off with a splash Sept. 5 as thousands of people participated in the 10th annual Mather Mud Run at Hagan Community Park. Air Force Week Sacramento is designed to expose the local population to the incredible power and capabilities of the Air Force and strengthen
Sept. 8, 2009
Joint training initiative at Expeditionary Center prepares security forces Airmen for battlefield

Since the beginning of Operation Enduring Freedom, security forces Airmen have been fighting on the joint operations battlefield. The career field has evolved from air base defense operations to missions "outside the wire" with sister services including the U.S. Army, security forces have changed
Sept. 3, 2009
615th CRW members support Ulchi Freedom Guardian in South Korea

Members of the 15th Air Mobility Operations Squadron traveled half way around the world to lend their expertise to the Ulchi Freedom Guardian exercise held in the Republic of Korea from Aug. 17 to 28. Ulchi Freedom Guardian is the world's largest annual computerized command and control exercise. The
Sept. 3, 2009
'Largest air refueling operation in history' highlighted during Tanker Living Legends series

Reliving their experiences in the "largest air refueling operation in history" for Operations DESERT SHIELD and DESERT STORM, a panel of four retired Air Force officers took part in the Tanker Living Legends Speaker Series in the Global Reach Planning Center on Aug. 28. The panel included retired
Sept. 3, 2009
Afghan C-27A 'Spartan' program takes flight

The first of 20 programmed Afghan C-27As took to the Italian skies recently during the initial test flights. Test pilots, engineers and ground crew from Alenia North America were pleased with the aircraft's performance. The medium-sized tactical military transport remains on schedule for delivery to