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  • Soliciting volunteers for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Beta Test Program

    SUSPENSE FOR APPLICATIONS: 3 NOVEMBER 2008 1. THE CHIEF OF STAFF OF THE AIR FORCE RECENTLY ANNOUNCED THAT "ONE ASPECT OF OUR FUTURE SUCCESS IS THE PROPER DEVELOPMENT AND INTEGRATION OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (UAS) IN THE AIR FORCE." HE STRESSED THE NEED TO RAPIDLY BOLSTER THE EQUIPMENT, TRAINING

  • Solemn day honors POW/MIAs and families still waiting

    (Editor's Note: Although many people play Taps at POW/MIA ceremonies, it may be seen as inappropriate by some guests. "Taps is played in honor of our fallen comrades who have served this country," Sergeant Molchak explained. "The POW/MIA ceremony is used to recognize those individuals who have

  • Small, lone table symbolizes great strength, sacrifice

    At almost every military event such as a birthday ball or dining out, a small table set for one remains unoccupied. You can also see an almost identical table constantly on display at the King Dining Facility here. These small, unoccupied tables represent perhaps the most heroic of all Americans -

  • It's fire prevention week - prevent home fires

    Many people may not realize that leaving the kitchen while food is cooking on the stove or leaving a space heater on all night could be all it takes to start a deadly home fire. According to the National Fire Protection Association, cooking and heating are among the leading causes of home fires in

  • Cleaning out the coffers, wing budget balanced

    Sept. 29 will be just another Monday for most in the Fightin' Fifty-Fifth. But for some, it will be the final push at the end of a long road of planning to finalize the wing's transition into Fiscal 2009. The 55th Comptroller Squadron will finalize balancing more than 50 checkbooks, over $148

  • Use tried, true methods to achieve fuel savings

    With the rollercoaster that is the global oil market, there seems to be very few people, if any, who aren't feeling the pinch from higher gas prices. And, as the price of a gallon of milk rivals that of a gallon of gas, many are looking for ways to get a few more miles out of a tank of gas. "We look

  • You May Make the Difference: 'Countering Terrorism Requires Your Help'

    Only you know who or what belongs - or doesn't belong - in your building, neighborhood or work center. Recognition of this fact is behind one of the latest Air Force antiterrorism initiatives, a program known as "Eagle Eyes." This effort is similar to a typical neighborhood-watch program, and Air

  • Offutt moves closer to environmental cleanup goal

    The saying "you don't know what you don't know" can be applied to many situations, including that of environmental stewardship. But, not knowing doesn't mean organizations, and the people who work for them, don't have an obligation to remedy any negative situations that may result. Such is the case

  • Air Force Climate Survey

    Beginning Oct. 1 all Air Force active duty, Guard, Reserve, Air Force and NAF civilians will be asked to participate in the 2008 Air Force Climate Survey. The purpose of the survey is to provide Air Force leadership with feedback on ways to improve their units. The survey will be divided into 9

  • STRATCOM leader charts nuclear path for American military

    The U.S. Strategic Command commander here recently laid out his vision for the future of America's strategic deterrence mission and the importance of nuclear stewardship. Gen. Kevin P. Chilton also outlined the necessary measures to correct the accountability and day-to-day management issues with

  • New Offutt facility sets gold standard

    The headquarters of the Air Force Weather Agency here recently became the first facility in the Air Force to earn a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design gold rating by the U.S. Green Building Council. The Lt. Gen. Thomas S. Moorman facility earned its gold rating in the "Version 2.1" LEED

  • Offutt's 2008 Combined Federal Campaign begins

    The 2008 Combined Federal Campaign begins this month. This campaign is similar to the Air Force Assistance Fund campaign; however, it raises millions of dollars each year for non-profit civilian organizations rather than Air Force organizations. Offutt's CFC runs from Sept. 29 through Nov. 7 with

  • Air Force develops plan for filling unmanned aircraft system positions

    Air Force leaders are taking a two-pronged approach to address the increasing need for pilots of unmanned aircraft systems in Afghanistan and Iraq, an Air Force official said recently. The first approach will use a small percentage of undergraduate pilot training graduates for the short term. The

  • 55th Wing bids farewell to Command Chief CMSgt. Funderburg

    The 55th Wing bid farewell to its top enlisted leader during a retirement ceremony Sept. 5 at the James M. McCoy Airman Leadership School here. The career of 55th Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Kenneth Funderburg spanned more than 30 years through joint operations and around the world. Brig. Gen.

  • General Schwartz kicks off AFA convention

    The Air Force Association's 24th Annual Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition got underway here Sept. 15. In remarks to open the conference, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton A. Schwartz said service leaders will work to regain America's trust by improving its performance, citing work

  • 'Latchkey' children as common as apple pie

    In 2008 America, "latchkey" children are becoming as common as apple pie, according to government statistics. Although historians note the term latchkey children was coined in the 1800s when youngsters who were responsible for their own care wore a house key on a string around their necks, the label

  • National Women’s Health and Fitness Day devoted to get women into shape

    National Women's Health and Fitness Day September 24th, is helping women take control of their health and fitness by promoting a healthy lifestyle. Many women don't know about National Women's Health and Fitness Day which has become a commitment to women by organizations across the country who are

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