AMC Icon: Charleston's got talent

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

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

New Air Force legal assistance Web site available

Next time you need a will, power of attorney, or just have a legal question, visit www.aflegalassistance.com. The Air Force Judge Advocate General Corps unveiled the new Air Force Legal Assistance Web site worldwide Feb. 1 and is designed for active duty and reserve component members, retirees, and

Topping off the tanks

Fairchild KC-135 pilot reaches 5,000-hour club on deployment

I had a pretty good idea with only 230 hours to go that I would either hit 5,000 hours while deployed or on the way home," said the KC-135 pilot on his 21st deployment, his fifth at the Transit Center.During Capt. Jeff Jacques' mission Aug. 1, his air crew refueled two F-15s over Afghanistan

McConnell Airmen donate school supplies

Continuing an annual tradition that began in 2009, the Airmen of the 349th Air Refueling Squadron donated more than $750 for school supplies to the seven "littles" from the Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters chapter.The donations were provided to littles of elementary school age, who were qualified by

Scott's 375th AMW goes social with Facebook, Twitter presence

Aug. 12 marks the date for the launch of the Facebook page for the 375th Air Mobility Wing Commander, Col. Michael Hornitschek, who took command of the wing June 25. "My goal is to share with you events and policies from my vantage point as well as facilitate discussions about issues that are

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

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