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July 3, 2024
821st CRS Road To Alert: Hellhounds showcase readiness during Exercise Storm Crow

Dressed in military-issued operational camouflage pattern clothing, a thick interceptor body armor vest with multiple ballistic plates inside, a radio, an advanced combat helmet and a M-4 carbine to protect and defend USAF interests. This is the ideal uniform of a deployed USAF Airman.Temperatures
Feb. 21, 2024
Restoring jets through fabrication and grit

In the fast-paced world of aviation maintenance, where each repair poses a unique puzzle, adaptability and teamwork are essential. When a C-17 Globemaster III encountered unexpected damage and was stranded at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, it was more than a setback—it was a test of skill and
Nov. 2, 2022
Eighteen Air Mobility Command Airmen recognized for heroic efforts during Operation Allies Refuge

Eighteen Airmen from Air Mobility Command were awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and Bronze Star Medal for their actions in Operation Allies Refuge by U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan, commander of Air Mobility Command, on Joint Base McGuire–Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Nov. 1, 2022.
Oct. 6, 2022
C-17 provides ‘maneuver’ for the joint force

For nearly three decades, the C-17 Globemaster III has provided the bulk of airlift for the Air Force.
Oct. 27, 2021
‘If It Has To Be Someone, Make It Me’; 8th AS commander details personal, squadron involvement in Operation Allies Refuge

“The first thing that went through my mind when I was notified was that my crews are uniquely prepared to prevail in this kind of environment,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kyle Stewart, 8th Airlift Squadron commander. He was describing his mindset prior to his unit participating in the Operation
Aug. 18, 2021
62nd AW supports Garuda Shield 21, strengthens Joint interoperability

The roaring of a C-17 Globemaster III engine fills the cargo aircraft as the troop doors are lifted open.The wind rips across the faces of the jumpmasters checking the perimeter of the doors, while the clicks of static lines being hooked to the anchor cables ricochets throughout the cabin.The drop
April 22, 2021
US, Australia strengthen alliance at Dover AFB

The U.S. government’s Foreign Military Sales program is a form of partnership the United States has with more than 180 countries and international organizations to transfer defense articles, services and training to international partners.
April 8, 2021
Dover AFB’s first Multi-Capable Airmen team sinks claws into Razor Talon

Airmen from eight units across Dover Air Force Base participated in exercise Razor Talon, led by the 4th Fighter Wing at Seymour Johnson AFB, North Carolina, March 22-26, 2021. These Air Mobility Command Airmen practiced skills outside of their normal career fields while participating in Dover AFB’s
April 2, 2021
Dover AFB Airmen train with Delaware National Guard

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Shauri, 3rd Airlift Squadron loadmaster, marshals a Delaware Army National Guard trailer onto a C-17 Globemaster III during joint training at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, March 29, 2021. The training focused on providing rapid global airlift through the integration
March 19, 2021
437th AW conducts all-female flights for Women’s History Month

Women assigned to the 437th Airlift Wing conducted two all-female flights to commemorate Women’s History Month at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, March 15 and 17.

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