AF launches MyVector, mentorship resources for Airmen

The Air Force recently launched an improved and re-branded Career Path Tool, called MyVector, which encourages mentorship between Airmen at all levels.The first step in the success of MyVector is for Airmen to volunteer to be mentors and share their experience and expertise with other

AF welcomes new vice chief of staff

 The Air Force welcomed an Airman to the rank of four-star general and announced the appointment of the new Air Force vice chief of staff during a ceremony at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Aug. 6.Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A Welsh III presided over the ceremony for Gen.

AFPC completes more than 111,000 Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal updates

The Air Force Personnel Center completed more than 111,000 record updates to reflect the Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal (NDOSM) and subsequent awards for Airmen currently serving, Air Force officials said March 27.The medal, approved in May 2014, recognizes Airmen dedicated to national

Selva confirmed as Joint Chiefs vice chairman

The Senate confirmed Air Force Gen. Paul J. Selva as the 10th vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff last week.The nation's second highest ranking military officer is a pilot and most recently was commander of U.S. Transportation Command at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois.The Senate also

445 CES blazes through training

Beyond the youth camp grounds, a rusty C-130 Hercules aircraft and a hollowed-out three-story building on a gravel field set the scene for the 445th Fire and Emergency firefighters to practice their emergency response procedures.Approximately 20 445th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters and an 88th

445 ASTS performs annual tour at 88 ABW Medical Center

Top 5 tips for travel vouchers

During a typical month, the 445th Airlift Wing finance office sees approximately 1,100 travel vouchers filed through the Defense Travel System, said Ms. Carrie Ruby, 445th lead defense travel administrator. Finance has been working hard to process vouchers and streamline processes, but there are

445th Airlift Wing August Spotlight Performer

Rank/Name:Master Sgt. Brock Felgenhauer Unit:445th Aircraft Maintenance SquadronDuty Title:Avionics Shop ChiefHometown:Carrollton, OhioCivilian Job:Air Reserve Technician, Electronic Integrated Avionics TechnicianEducation:Carrollton High SchoolHobbies:Spending time with my son and my family, riding

August issue of the Buckeye Flyer now available

The August 2015 issue of the Buckeye Flyer is now available. The official publication of the 445th Airlift Wing includes eight pages of stories, photos and features pertaining to the 445th Airlift Wing, Air Force Reserve Command and the U.S. Air Force.Top stories this month include:- SEA, Chairman

87th Aerial Port Squadron wins facility of the month