News

Sept. 19, 2018
Air Mobility Command welcomes new commander

Air Mobility Command welcomed a new commander at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Sept. 7. Air Force Gen. Maryanne Miller took command of AMC from Air Force Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II, who retires after more than 35 years of service. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein, officiated the
Sept. 18, 2018
Air Force Reserve accepting Mandatory Separation Date and High Year of Tenure extension requests

Air Force Reserve announced a temporary initiative for Reserve Citizen Airmen to request to serve beyond their Mandatory Separation or High Year of Tenure Date.
Sept. 18, 2018
Air Force celebrates 71st birthday

Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright released the following message in honor of the Air Force’s 71st birthday:To the Airmen of the United States Air Force:On September 18, 2018, we celebrate
Sept. 18, 2018
Warriors, innovators, caregivers since 1947

Seventy one years ago today, the U.S. Air Force became an independent service, creating a new breed of warriors to own and protect the skies.
Sept. 17, 2018
SecAF Wilson provides Air Force update

Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson presented an update of the state of the Air Force Sept. 17, during the 2018 Air Force Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference in National Harbor.Wilson discussed restoring force readiness, space operations and the future of the Air Force during her
Sept. 17, 2018
The Air Force We Need: 386 operational squadrons

Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson announced the results of an in-depth analysis aimed at outlining what the Air Force needs to implement the National Defense Strategy while speaking at the Air Force Association's annual Air, Space and Cyber conference Sept. 17.“The analysis says what every Airmen
Sept. 14, 2018
Air Force announces corrective measures for oxygen breathing system in training aircraft

The Air Force will begin implementing a series of corrective measures, including redesigning the oxygen system and adjusting oxygen control levels in flight, to address persistent problems in training aircraft. In addition, Air Education and Training Command will increase maintenance on the oxygen
Sept. 13, 2018
Senior NCO Leadership Development Course

Members of the 445th Airlift Wing participate in a Senior NCO Leadership Development Course August 11-12, 2018. The SNCOLDC, hosted annually by the 445th Force Support Squadron, is a team-building and leadership course open to senior NCOs from the wing.
Sept. 13, 2018
ASTS Airmen train for wartime mission

Airmen assigned to the 445th Aeromedical Staging Squadron (ASTS) have a crucial role in the Air Force Reserves for global patient movement in the contingency environment. This year, their training at home prepared them, kicking into high gear, to be ready when the call comes to help get the wounded
Sept. 12, 2018
One Easy Step to better Prepare Yourself - Download the AtHoc Mobile App

September is National Preparedness Month, and it is a good time to sign-up to receive alerts via the AtHoc Mobile App (free)!