NOVEMBER 27, 2023 - Just ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin made his first visit to the 37th Training Wing, marking the occasion by presiding over the oath of enlistment for 756 graduating Airmen. Allvin emphasized the importance of service in the U.S. Air Force, highlighting the commitment and dedication of the next … [Read more...]
Fairchild AFB Demonstrates Strategic Deterrence Readiness
NOVEMBER 24, 2023 - Airmen assigned to the 92nd and the 141st Air Refueling Wings conducted exercise Titan Fury 24-1 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Nov. 13-17. During the exercise, Airmen demonstrated how various support activities contribute to mobilizing KC-135 Stratotankers at a moment’s notice if called upon to support strategic deterrence and other National Defense … [Read more...]
Aircrew Protection Team Conducts B-1 Vapor Purge Testing
NOVEMBER 21, 2023 - The Next Generation Aircrew Protection team conducted the last set of vapor purge testing on the B-1B Lancer at Dyess Air Force Base November 7. Comprised of six organizations from the Air Force and civilian sector, the NGAP team focused on purge times for the B-1B in the event of an airborne chemical attack. During testing, a vapor simulant known as … [Read more...]
Air Force Rated Preparatory Program Open Through Dec. 9
NOVEMBER 21, 2023 - Active duty Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen who are interested in becoming rated officers can apply for the Spring 2024 Air Force Rated Preparatory Program now through Dec. 9. The Rated Preparatory Program provides qualified Airmen an opportunity to gain and strengthen basic aviation skills in advance of testing for application to an Undergraduate … [Read more...]
Air Force, Coast Guard Partner for Rescue Exercise
U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Tim Mathis, USCG STA Mayport unit supervisor, gives a safety brief before a simulated joint team rescue with U.S. Air Force Airmen during Mosaic Tiger 24-1 off the coast of Jacksonville on Nov. 17, 2023. Joint training exercises ensure preparedness for global personnel recovery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Courtney … [Read more...]