Husemann assumes command of 436th AW

Col. Matthew Husemann took command of the 436th Airlift Wing during an assumption of command ceremony at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, June 4, 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.

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

Air traffic control tower Airman receives certification; first female in over two years at Dover AFB

In a career field where one wrong decision can lead to destruction, air traffic controllers carry the heavy responsibility of responding to every circumstance with speed, precision and control. Not all trainees can handle the challenges that air traffic control throws their way. Because of this,

AMC deputy commander takes flight at Dover AFB

9th AS loadmasters train following AMC initiative

DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. – Loadmasters from the 9th Airlift Squadron collaborated with the 436th Logistics Readiness Squadron in a Major Command Service Tail Trainer exercise March 1 – 10, 2021, at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware.

Dover Airmen reroute cargo, saves millions

The 436th Aerial Port Squadron saved approximately $5 million through collaborative efforts with the 618th Air Operations Center to reroute and resource cargo missions through the installation. Dover AFB is home of the Department of Defense’s largest aerial port, which is a hub for many strategic

New roles, unexpected challenges for DAFB Battle Staff

On March 12, 2020, Col. Matthew Jones, 436th Airlift Wing commander, activated a battle staff composed of cross-functional experts from throughout the base to prepare for battle against the invisible enemy, COVID-19.As the coronavirus enveloped the world in a global pandemic, and much of our nation

Dover AFB Innovation Lab 3D prints face shields to fight COVID-19 spread

As the world continues to labor amidst the COVID-19 epidemic, Dover AFB has taken numerous precautions to aid in mitigating the spread of the virus and protect the community. As experts search for vaccines and other alleviating schemes, Airmen at Dover AFB have utilized available resources to

Jones takes command of 436th AW

Col. Matthew Jones took command of the 436th Airlift Wing from Col. Joel Safranek during a change of command ceremony at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, Jan. 7, 2020.