APRIL 2, 2021 - “I appreciate the time and effort that was put into creating body armor geared toward properly equipping female Airmen,” said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Melissa Villalobos, NCO in charge of logistics with the 509th SFS. The new vest features a curved front plate and added buckles on the inside making it easily adjustable to fit all shapes and sizes. After … [Read more...]
Air Force Marathon Relay Returns
APRIL 1, 2021 - The Air Force Marathon’s three-person relay has returned and takes place Sept. 18. Registration will close after first 250 teams sign up. Relay participants, who must be ages 12 or older, can form a team under the following divisions. Men’s Women’s Mixed male/female (2:1 gender ratio; one runner must be a female) Military male Military female Military … [Read more...]
Hair Problems, Remembering Mustache March
APRIL 1, 2021 - The U.S. Air Force has a “problem” with hair. The image of a professional U.S. male service member has long been a freshly shaved face and close-cropped hair of somebody ready to face war with thousands of similarly groomed battle brothers. This appearance standard was instituted during World War I, yet warfare and fashion trends have constantly changed … [Read more...]
‘Jet Nose Art’ Contest to Celebrate the Month of the Military Child
APRIL 1, 2021 - The Department of Defense has designated April as the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the armed forces community. To celebrate this year, the 173rd Fighter Wing Airman and Family Readiness Center has created a ‘Jet Nose Art’ contest. “This contest is open to all of Oregon military children 17 years old … [Read more...]
Tyndall AFB Selected to Host Three F-35 Squadrons
MARCH 31, 2021 - A Record of Decision was issued by the U.S. Air Force making Tyndall Air Force Base the official location to host three new squadrons of the F-35A Lightning II. Air Force officials selected Tyndall AFB based on numerous attributes, including infrastructure capability, quality of life for Airmen, and airspace. The selection process included a thorough … [Read more...]