July 24, 2023 30 Years: AETC command chief retires from First Command Chief Master Sgt. Erik Thompson, command chief of Air Education and Training Command, closes out his 30-year career on July 28 in the same place where every enlisted Airmen begins their Air Force journey: The First Command.
July 24, 2023 Recreational drone usage not allowed on DoD installations Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUAS), or drones, are growing in popularity. Drones can greatly enhance functions across various commercial industries and are a fun and relatively inexpensive hobby. While drones can be a great hobby, they can also threaten Air Force operations.
July 24, 2023 Why I Stay: 1st Lt. Catherine Grimm 1st Lt. Catherine J. Grimm, 97th Air Mobility Wing judge advocate chief of adverse actions, from Hinsdale, Illinois, recently transitioned into active duty after joining the Air Force ROTC and has a goal of becoming a colonel.
July 24, 2023 Air University recognizes Romanian Air Force leader’s academic, career achievements The leader of the Romanian Air Force returned to Maxwell after nearly 30 years to be formally recognized for an honor he received last year.
July 24, 2023 Air Force ROTC offers incentive rides, launches possible aviation careers As Air Force ROTC Field Training starts winding down at Maxwell, the aviation careers of some cadets might just now be getting off the ground.
July 24, 2023 Taking care of our people - Airman Dorm Leader's initiatives improve quality of life for permanent party Airmen Airman Dorm Leader Tech Sgt. Cody Wooten spearheaded multiple projects to increase morale and create a sense of community in the permanent party dorms.
July 21, 2023 Luke firefighters assists with Glendale landfill fire The Luke Air Force Base Fire Department responded to a 3-acre fire at the Glendale Municipal Landfill, working alongside fire crews from around the West Valley at approximately 9 p.m., July 19, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona.
July 21, 2023 AU international military students visit D.C., gain U.S. government, military perspectives The 79 students, representing 64 nations, visited Arlington National Cemetery, the National Mall, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Annex, National Defense University and the Capitol, where they engaged with Alabama representatives.
July 21, 2023 Columbus looks to the future of pilot training The 14th Flying Training Wing solidifies its position as the home for the future of pilot training with the introduction of the new Fighter Bomber Fundamentals (F/BF) course.
July 21, 2023 Local law enforcement agencies train in crisis response Laughlin Air Force Base Security Forces joined forces with the Val Verde Sheriff's Office for a ballistic shield training session to support an ongoing effort to enhance the coordination and collaboration between local law enforcement agencies at the San Felipe Memorial Middle School, July 12, 2023.