March 21, 2018 SECAF: Accelerating defendable space, multi-domain operations key to future readiness Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Armed Services Committee about the Air Force’s fiscal year 2019 budget March 20, 2018, in Washington, D.C.
March 20, 2018 95th RS honors fallen commanding officer, 100 years flying over Europe The 95th Aero Squadron received its first group of Nieuport 28 aircraft March 6, 1918, and its mechanics immediately went to work prepping them for battle. However, the aircraft were delivered without their machine guns.
March 9, 2018 55th Wing commander signs new collective bargaining agreement Col. Michael Manion, 55th Wing commander, met with representatives from the 55th Force Support Squadron’s civilian personnel section and the American Federation of Government Employees Local Chapter 1486 president, to sign a new collective bargaining agreement on March 7 at 55th Wing headquarters on
March 9, 2018 Warriors on the Track At first glance, one could describe roller derby as chaotic. Skaters clad in helmets and pads circle the track, colliding with one another while shouting commands to their teammates. Look closer and one could see blocking and plays similar to what you would expect at a football game. The women who
March 9, 2018 International Women’s Day recognizes the contribution of women around the AFMS International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on the many contributions that women have made worldwide, and to the Air Force Medical Service.
March 8, 2018 Listen up! Noise demonstration at Moody Air Force Base to deepen understanding of hearing health We live in a noisy world. Cars, music, motorcycles, noise at work, and many other noise sources affect our hearing. A new demonstration project at Moody Air Force Base in Georgia, using new technology developed in tandem by the Air Force and private industry, seeks to give participants a complete
March 8, 2018 Nutrition care easily accessible via telehealth appointments The U.S. Air Force Medical Service is working to increase access to high level nutrition care using tele-medical nutrition therapy.
March 7, 2018 Civilian developmental education window for academic year 2019 open through May 1 Eligible Air Force civilians have until May 1, 2018, to submit their civilian developmental education program applications to the Air Force’s Personnel Center for the 2019 academic year.
March 2, 2018 Bellevue East JROTC visits 55th MXS The 55th Maintenance Squadron hosted a tour for a Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps class from Bellevue East High School to showcase the mission and capabilities of the squadron at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, Feb. 27, 2017.The tour, which was the first of its kind, provided students a
Feb. 28, 2018 Service secretaries: Quality of schools, reciprocity of licenses should be considered in basing decisions A letter signed by all three military service secretaries outlining ways state leadership can better support service members was sent to the National Governors Association Feb. 23, 2018.
Feb. 27, 2018 Air Force Research Lab studies trust between surgical teams and robots The Air Force Research Lab, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, has been studying how surgical teams gain trust in new robotic surgery technology to improve training, and expand the adoption of improved surgical techniques.
Feb. 27, 2018 Advancements in telehealth improve access to healthcare The Air Force offers a wide and expanding range of telehealth services giving patients the opportunity to receive more efficient, convenient, and patient-centered care.
Feb. 26, 2018 “I wanted my life back” – An Airman’s recovery after a mysterious diagnosis A mysterious pain in Chief Master Sgt. Chad Caden’s right foot led to years of pain, uncertainty, and a life-changing decision that proved to be the best one he ever made. Caden’s recovery and return to active duty reinforces the Air Force Medical Service’s commitment to its Airmen and
Feb. 25, 2018 Successful tele-genetics pilot makes genetic counseling easily accessible A new telehealth program is expanding access to expert genetic counseling by making it available remotely, connecting families with trained genetic specialists who can help interpret their results.
Feb. 23, 2018 Modernization changes Offutt landscape If you’ve ever driven along Butler Blvd. near the south side of the base, you most likely noticed the large golf ball-looking structure towering over a one-story building.Until recently, this structure housed a legacy AN/FSC-78 Heavy Satellite Terminal that had been in use since 1977, providing
Feb. 23, 2018 Top Air Force chaplain delivers message: Faith Works The Air Force Chief of Chaplains delivered remarks during the annual National Prayer Breakfast Feb. 15 at the Patriot Club on Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska.
Feb. 15, 2018 95th Reconnaissance Squadron celebrates centenary The 95th Reconnaissance Squadron held a dining-out to celebrate their squadron's 100th birthday August 19, 2017.
Feb. 14, 2018 Air Force expands virtual appointments The Air Force Medical Service is eliminating some of the hassle of medical appointments by expanding use of virtual, over-the-phone appointments for patients who do not need to see their provider in person.
Feb. 14, 2018 AFIT Academic Coding Branch provides critical service to total force officers WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – While academic degrees are generally masked at officer promotion boards, they still play a critical role for certain leadership and technical positions, so keeping official records updated with the most accurate information can be vital.Some situations where
Feb. 12, 2018 War Hawks recognize World War II hero Gail Farrell, a 93-year old World War II and Korean War veteran who flew 21 missions as a tail gunner in the legendary B-17 Flying Fortress, was recognized for his service by Team War Hawks at the Offutt’s James M. McCoy Airman Leadership School Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018.