Feb. 2, 2022 AFGSC Commander announces Project Tuskegee Gen. Anthony Cotton, Commander, Air Force Global Strike Command, announced the establishment of Project Tuskegee, a new partnership with Tuskegee University where Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets from the university are exposed to the opportunities available as an AFGSC “Striker.”“All
Feb. 2, 2022 OPSEC provides Airmen with tools to ensure safety, mission success With adversary threats growing daily, operations security (OPSEC) is more important than ever. OPSEC experts are heralding the call for advanced protection, both inside and out of the office, for all.
Jan. 28, 2022 Offutt Airman plays for Armed Forces Team An Airman from the 55th Logistics Readiness Squadron was one of 12 women selected to play with the U.S. Armed Forces women’s basketball team.
Jan. 28, 2022 Offutt’s first responders come to the rescue On a cool winter morning in December, some of Offutt Air Force Base's first responders did not realize their lives would turn from ordinary to them becoming heroes.
Jan. 25, 2022 Invisible Wounds Initiative helps build a supportive culture for Airmen, Guardians, and families through focused leadership The Command Team Campaign is a communications effort to increase knowledge and enable command teams to build connectedness, trust, and openness to tough conversations about cognitive, emotional, or behavioral conditions associated with trauma or adverse life events.
Jan. 24, 2022 55th Wing receives Lead Wing designation The 55th Wing is one of five Air Combat Command wings designated as a Lead Wing as Combat Air Forces transition to the Air Force Generation model.The goal of the Lead Wing is to increase a wing commander’s ability and speed in planning, synchronizing and executing operations in a contested
Jan. 24, 2022 Department of the Air Force WAGGI survey release The ‘Where Airmen and Guardians Get Information’ survey provides department leaders and communication professionals with insights on how to provide Airmen and Guardians with relevant information through multiple internal and external sources.
Jan. 21, 2022 55th MXG Library brings professional development to bus ride The 55th Maintenance Group opened a library of books from the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force recommended reading list in the Bennie Davis Maintenance Facility main lobby at Offutt Air Force Base for maintainers taking the bus ride to and from Lincoln Airfield each day.
Jan. 20, 2022 Air Combat Command Names Lead Wings The commander of Air Combat Command has designated five units as Lead Wings as part of the combat air force’s transition to the service’s new force generation model.
Jan. 18, 2022 Offutt's Airman’s Attic ramps up operations After transitioning operations limited its access since October 2021, the Airman’s Attic is ramping up operations starting Jan. 18, 2022.
Jan. 18, 2022 Panels pave ‘Road to Squadron Command’ The 55th Wing hosted two Road to Squadron Command panels at the Dougherty Conference Center Jan. 10, 2022.The panels, moderated by Col. Kristen Thompson, 55th Wing commander, were designed to help develop young officers who have hopes of one day serving as squadron commanders.
Jan. 17, 2022 557th Weather Wing flexes its global capabilities Since 2018 the 557th Weather Wing has provided Meteorological and Oceanographic support to the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe in support of the NATO Resolute Support Mission.RSM was a NATO-led, non-combat mission established at the request of the Afghan government in accordance with
Jan. 16, 2022 ATAC provides recommendations for NAOC replacement ATAC Team 11, comprised of junior to mid-level civilian and military acquisition employees from across DAF, took up the challenge in August to provide recommendations for implementing digital acquisition methods for the Survivable Airborne Operations Center.
Jan. 7, 2022 Department of the Air Force launches myEval in 2022 Beginning January 2022, the Department of the Air Force will launch a new enlisted and officer evaluation system application, myEvaluation, to further support ongoing IT and talent management transformations for Total Force Airmen and Guardians.
Dec. 30, 2021 488th Intelligence Squadron linguists participate in Operation Allies Refuge The White House announced on July 14, 2021, that Operation Allies Refuge was launched to support the relocations of eligible Afghan nationals and their immediate families. This initiative would allow the Afghan nationals and their families who supported the U.S. government the ability to apply for a
Dec. 28, 2021 Planning is key for a smooth transition into retirement Retiring from the military is something many service members start preparing for years in advance. There are many considerations, and each person’s decisions depend on their personal situations and circumstances. A variety of resources is available to military personnel to help them plan for the
Dec. 25, 2021 Chamber hosts annual Operation Holiday Cheer The Greater Bellevue Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Operation Holiday Cheer event at the Bellevue Volunteer Fire Department Dec. 14, 2021.
Dec. 23, 2021 Offutt Airman to participate in Rose Bowl Parade When the Air Force Band of the Golden West sent out a call asking for volunteers to play alongside them at the Rose Parade, a senior airman with the Heartland of America Band answered the call.
Dec. 17, 2021 Holiday Pet Safety Tips: Decorations The holiday season is here, and for most pet parents the festivities will include our furry companions. As you and your family begin to hang the tinsel and lights, please keep in mind the dangers decorations pose to your pets.
Dec. 17, 2021 CSAF spouse announces Five & Thrive initiative The Five & Thrive platform aims to encourage, support and build thriving military families by tackling challenges and enhancing preventative measures through partnerships and sharing of best practices.