Aug. 4, 2017 Offutt bicyclists conquer ride across Iowa A group of bicycling enthusiasts from Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska recently completed a seven day, 411-mile bicycle ride that took place July 23-29 and spanned across the state of Iowa. The annual ride, titled the Des Moines Register’s Great Bike Ride Across Iowa or “RAGBRAI,” is a challenging
Aug. 4, 2017 Offutt Airman competes in NATO athletic championships An Offutt Airman competed in the NATO Allied Air command Inter-Nation Athletics Championship on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 21-21.Airman Karla Soto-Tena, an Airman with the King Dining Facility, ran the 400 meter dash and participated in the Swedish relay. She placed 4th in the 400 meter run,
July 31, 2017 Fightin’ Fifty-Fifth hero put to rest His final journey began with the beat of a drum. The sky was clear. A light breeze was blowing as the hero’s family, friends and well-wishers followed the flag-draped coffin carried by the caisson pulled by six black horses. On July 27, retired Col. Freeman “Bruce” Olmstead was laid to rest with
July 28, 2017 55th MDG changes command The 55th Medical Group held an assumption of command at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, July 28. Col. Michael Manion, 55th Wing commander, presided over the event where Col. Judy Stoltmann assumed command of the group. “I would like to officially welcome our tremendous leader, Col. Judy Stoltmann,”
July 28, 2017 AF announces Enlisted Professional Military Education redesign Air Force officials announced major changes to the enlisted professional military education program today via an initiative called Enlisted Professional Military Education for the 21st Century, or “EPME 21.”
July 25, 2017 Air Force Wounded Warrior CARE Event returns to Offutt More than 90 wounded, ill or injured service men and women and their caregivers are scheduled to attend the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program’s Warrior CARE Event and Warrior Games team training camp here Aug. 1-4.CARE is an acronym derived from the various components of the event that will provide
July 21, 2017 55th ECG welcomes new commander The 55th Electronic Combat Group, a geographically separated unit assigned to the 55th Wing that operates out of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, welcomed its newest commander July 10.In a time-honored change of command ceremony, Col. Ryan Rogers relinquished command of the 55th ECG to the
July 19, 2017 Communication group under new leadership The 55th Communication Group is under new leadership following a change of command ceremony here July 14. Col. Corey Ramsby officially took the reins from Col. Sean Murphy during the tradition rich ceremony at the Bennie L. Davis Maintenance Facility.
July 19, 2017 55th MSG changes command The 55th Mission Support Group held a change of command at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, July 14.Col. Michael Manion, 55th Wing commander, presided over the event where Col. Matthew Joganich relinquished command of the group to Col. David Norton.The 55th MSG is responsible for five squadrons
July 19, 2017 New annual Mental Health Assessment requirement begins July 31 Starting July 31, 2017, Airmen undergoing their annual Periodic Health Assessment may notice something new. A Mental Health Assessment will now be part of every annual PHA, to help ensure that Airmen suffering from undiagnosed mental health issues are referred to the necessary care. Mental health
July 14, 2017 Former 55th CONS member named Airman of the Year Growing up in Spring, Texas, with very little military affiliation in his family and barely getting through the first year of Sam Houston State University’s general education courses, he decided to make a bold move and join the United States Air Force.Twelve years later to the month, the Air Force
July 14, 2017 REAL ID Act implementation on Offutt AFB Visitors to Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska have until Oct. 10, 2017 to comply with the regulations in the REAL ID Act that was passed by Congress in 2005. The REAL ID Act set up guidelines for the issuance of identifications, such as driver's licenses.
July 14, 2017 Birthday Ball set to celebrate three anniversaries Members of Team Offutt will pause to celebrate the Air Force’s 70th anniversary, 100 years of aviation and Nebraska’s 150th anniversary with a special birthday ball on Sept. 9.The 55th Wing, who is the host unit at Offutt, typically hosts a birthday ball every year to celebrate its heritage, but
July 12, 2017 Celebrating Independence Day Fireworks fill the sky on July 8, 2017 at Offutt’s base lake during the annual fireworks display. Several family activities took place at the celebration including face painting, treasure hunt and a performance from the Heartland of America Band. (U.S. Air Force photo by Zachary Hada)
July 11, 2017 Offutt firefighters train Missouri firefighters The 139th Airlift Wing Fire and Emergency Services from St. Joseph, Missouri recently visited firefighters from Offutt Air Force Base for some important training. The 139th Fire and Emergency Services Team made the trip to Offutt AFB because their normal training site at Whiteman Air Force Base,
July 10, 2017 New Air Force health mobile app available for patients The Air Force Medical Service has launched a new mobile app to connect Airmen and patients to news and information about the AFMS. The new app is a mobile version of the AFMS website, and lets users customize their experience based on the Air Force military treatment facility (MTF) they use. This
July 6, 2017 Building dedication honors unit legend A dedication ceremony was held at the 97th Intelligence Squadron headquarters facility here June 30. The facility was dedicated Tennant Hall in honor of retired Chief Master Sgt. Thomas H. Tennant who played a major role establishing intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations in
June 30, 2017 Command post serves as nerve center of Offutt Tucked away behind secure doors inside the 55th Wing headquarters building is an office with the sole responsibility of keeping leadership and personnel apprised of important information.From there, communications are received and disseminated 24 hours a day to radios, loud speakers, cell phones,
June 29, 2017 Local training flight includes special passenger A standard RC-135 training mission was flown here June 29, much like any other day.However, this 338th Combat Training Squadron flight was unique as one of its crew members was none other than Hugh Trenchard, a very special teddy bear who is an honorary member of the British Royal Air Force.Named
June 27, 2017 How can Public Affairs help you? There may come a time in a service member’s career where they will need to access services offered by the 55th Wing Public Affairs command information section and they may not even know it.From having a photo taken whether it is for a promotion package, passport or award package to sharing their