Sept. 14, 2017 Fightin’ Fifty-Fifth earns MUA Air Combat Command recently announced the 55th Wing as one of its Meritorious Unit Award recipients for 2017.The 55th Wing was just one of six wings to earn the award from the command, which recognizes organizations for outstanding achievement or service in direct support of combat operations.“Every
Sept. 1, 2017 Bellevue pitches in to prevent no-hitter for Offutt Offutt’s intramural softball season wrapped up August 10, but it wouldn’t have been possible without help from the City of Bellevue’s Parks and Recreation Department, who provided softball fields free of charge when Offutt’s softball complex was heavily damaged in the June 16 tornado.“We went out to
Aug. 24, 2017 Air Force Review Boards Agency Announces Changes to Application Process The Air Force Review Boards Agency is changing the process by which Airmen, their families and veterans submit some applications for formal board consideration.
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 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 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 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 16, 2017 Base policy set for Small Unmanned Aircraft System use As the popularity of commercial, off-the-shelf remotely piloted aircraft, or drones, continue to increase, a policy has been established to ensure the safety and security of resources and personnel on base.These aircraft, which are designated as small unmanned aircraft systems, or sUAS by the
June 8, 2017 Fightin' Fifty-Fifth welcomes new commander The Fightin' Fifty-Fifth, Air Combat Command’s largest wing, welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony June 8.Col. Michael Manion assumed command of the 55th Wing from Col. Marty Reynolds during the time-honored military ceremony inside the Bennie Davis Maintenance Facility.Maj.
May 26, 2017 Doolittle’s granddaughter visits 95th RS Just over 75 years ago, on April 18, 1942, then-Lt. Col. James Doolittle and his crew of “Doolittle Raiders led the daylight air raid on Tokyo after the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor.Jonna Doolittle Hoppes, granddaughter of American aviation pioneer and retired U.S. Army Air Corps lieutenant
May 19, 2017 Making Offutt look good starts at the gate Members of the 55th Security Forces Association worked on the landscaping just outside the Kenney Gate May 10 as part of a base beautification project. “We do this annually because we care about making a good first impression,” said Senior Airman Kassandra Gomez, 55th Security Forces Squadron
May 8, 2017 55th Wing recognizes National Nurses Week The nurses and medical technicians of the Fighting Fifty-Fifth, Ehrling Bergquist Clinic encourage you to learn a bit more about the advancement of their craft during the annual observance of National Nurses Week, May 6 - 12.According to American Nurses Association, this year’s observance theme is
April 14, 2017 Offutt CDC teacher receives special honors Six child development center teachers from U.S. Air Force installations recently received special honors.Elizabeth Peralta at Aviano Air Base, Italy; Jennifer Miller at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado; Heidi Sowers at Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota; Michele Diane Southall at Grand Forks AFB, North
April 14, 2017 Offutt dentist helps furry patient get back to work Dasty, an Offutt military working dog, was brought in to the base Veterinary Treatment Facility by his handler last month for a routine dental cleaning when a fractured tooth was discovered. Through a pre-established agreement, a dentist from the 55th Dental Squadron and his assistant were called to
April 13, 2017 NCOs win Offutt's Top Chef Competition The non-commission officer team won the third annual Offutt Top Chef Grill Masters competition at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., April 6, 2017 held on the parade field. Four teams competed against one another by creating three dishes to be judged on taste, presentation and creativity. (U.S. Air Force
April 6, 2017 Annual AFAF campaign gets underway this month The 2017 Air Force Assistance Fund campaign of “Commitment to Caring” kicks off here on April 10.The AFAF campaign supports four charities that are dedicated to caring for Airmen and their families from induction through retirement and beyond.The four charities are the Air Force Aid Society, General
March 27, 2017 The time to prepare for severe weather is now March 20th marked the first day of spring, welcoming warmer weather, rain, flowers and the return of green grass. However, it also brings an increased risk of thunderstorms and tornadoes to the Midwest region. If you are new to the area, or even a lifelong resident, Offutt’s emergency management
March 17, 2017 Units make DUIs personal For most people, September 9, 2011, was just like any other day. The weather was warm and the sun was out as summer was winding down.However, for Todd and Jaimi Calfee, that is one day they and their family will never forget as a drunk driver took the life of their daughter, Alexis, and her
March 10, 2017 Offutt NCO receives top level safety award An Offutt senior NCO was recently recognized as the Air Force’s 2016 Safety Professional of the Year. Master Sgt. Roger Scott, who is the superintendent of the wing safety office, received the award for his contributions to safety programs in support of Offutt and multiple locations in the Middle