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  • Air Force tests new constant pressure fuel structure

    The Air Force officially began its tests of a 50-50 mixture of synthetic and JP-8 fuels in a Type 3 constant pressure fuel hydrant system May 18 at Sheppard's 364th Training Squadron. Fuel tankers arrived at Sheppard May 17 to unload 113,000 gallons of fuel, including five trucks with 100 percent

  • Air War College hosts 56th National Security Forum

    For the 56th consecutive year, civilians from across America ventured to Maxwell-Gunter for the National Security Forum during the week of May 18.The forum, hosted by the Air University Spaatz Center for Officer Education's Air War College and sponsored by the Secretary of the Air Force, is designed

  • Randolph lodging team shines with MAJCOM honor

    The 12th Services Division lodging operation was recently awarded the Air Education and Training Command 2009 Air Force Innkeeper Award. The Randolph Inn team was lauded for their world-class support in flawlessly registering more than 800 general officers who attended the Air Force Blue Summit.

  • AETC call centers consolidate for efficiency

    Telephone operators of the 21st Century provide support far beyond giving out telephone numbers, and with upgraded telephone directories and consolidation efforts on the horizon, the quality support can only flourish. The Consolidated Telephone Operator's call center, under the direction of the Air

  • Air Force makes Indy 500 debut

    Race fans tuning into the Indianapolis 500 May 24 will see Luczo Dragon Racing's No. 2 car making its Indy debut in Air Force colors. Behind the wheel will be rookie driver Rafael Matos who hopes to exploit his success as the 2008 Firestone Indy Lights champion into a win at what is deemed "The

  • Senior enlisted leaders strengthen international bonds

    Senior enlisted leaders from nine countries met in the San Antonio area for a closer look at Air Education and Training Command programs and processes during a visit May 12-15. As part of the 2009 Senior Enlisted Leader Summit, international enlisted leaders from Australia, Bulgaria, Japan,

  • Air Force accelerates Tyndall F-15 drawdown

    Air Force officials released the fiscal year 2010 Combat Air Forces restructuring plan May 18 calling for all 48 F-15s currently assigned to the 325th Fighter Wing to be retired. The drawdown was not unexpected; however, it was accelerated from the planned retirement date in FY 2013. "Team Tyndall

  • Changing the culture of sexual assault prevention

    Briefings, lectures and speeches from first sergeants, chiefs and commanders about sexual assault only go so far. It's up to individuals, 82nd Training Wing Commander Brig. Gen. O.G. Mannon said, to step in and prevent the crime from occurring. That's why he wanted Targeted Intervention, a course

  • Lamiroult wins DoD award

    The Department of Defense selected Christopher Lamiroult for the 2009 Outstanding DoD Employee with a Disability Award, May 18. According to the award package, his accomplishments included extensive dedication, ability to go above and beyond, and his personal contributions to the mission. Although

  • Special Tactics recruiter receives two Bronze Stars with valor

    A combat controller, who is now charged with helping fill the special tactics ranks, was presented two Bronze Stars with valor during a ceremony May 7 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Master Sgt. Ken Huhman, a special tactics recruiter in San Antonio, received the medals for his actions during a