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Wolf Pack hones reception of forces mission during Bev Sent 24-2

Senior Airman James Johnson — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 23:36:38 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Kunsan simulated the reception of forces for more than 100 Airmen during exercise Beverly Sentinel 24-2, July 19, 2024. The reception began with a simulated aircraft dropping off the Airmen. They were then bussed to the base theater to go through a processing line that involved briefings by different agencies on base. “When receiving forces, they have to process through different agencies to get them acclimated to the base,” said Staff Sgt. Ashley Adams, 8th Force Support Squadron noncomissioned officer in charge of installation personnel readiness. After being processed, personnel were ‘bedded down’ or provided lodging at the Wolf Pack Park, an area specifically for housing follow-on forces. Receiving forces requires coordination and aid from several different organizations on base. “Ground transportation are responsible for transporting the personnel and 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron help unload the cargo from the plane,” said Adams. “There are about 10 different agencies involved in just the personnel deployment function line.” While the process calls for the synchronization of several moving parts, they are all essential to effectively take accountability of arriving personnel and assets, and ultimately provide forces what they need to begin fulfilling duties at Kunsan AB. “We’re receiving 108 simulated bodies this time but if something were to actually happen, we would be receiving hundreds per day,” said Master Sgt. Kristine Crespo, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron installation deployment officer. “That’s why we want to ensure that we’re ready to perform this function efficiently.” Exercises like Bev Sent 24-2 keep Kunsan prepared to accept follow-on forces at a moment’s notice while maintaining critical operations.

U.S. bombers arrive in Romania for Bomber Task Force 24-4

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 19:52:03 GMT

Two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, arrived at Mihail Kogalniceanu Airbase, Romania, for Bomber Task Force 24-4, Sunday.

Red Flag 24-3 kicks off at Nellis

Michael Hasenauer, 57th Wing Public Affairs — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 15:47:00 GMT

Red Flag 24-3, coordinated and hosted by the 414th Combat Training Squadron at Nellis Air Force Base from July 22 to August 2, is one of the U.S. Air Force's largest combat training exercises.

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa attends Royal International Air Tattoo 2024

DoD News — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 02:46:00 GMT

The U.S. Air Force brought 16 aircraft to the Royal International Air Tattoo at Royal Air Force Fairford, England, July 19-21.

Mighty Ninety participates in CFD Grand Parade

Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls — Sat, 20 Jul 2024 20:26:40 GMT

Cheyenne Frontier Days kicks off with parade.

JBER welcomes Alaska community to Arctic Thunder Open House 2024

Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 23:07:00 GMT

Team JBER welcomes all to the 2024 Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson July 20 and 21.

Ghost Warriors hold ribbon-cutting ceremony at school for the blind

Airman 1st Class Bob Teichmann — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 23:04:22 GMT

The 29th Attack Squadron held a ribbon-cutting event to open a multi-sensory garden at the New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired on July 18, 2024.

621st CRW optimizes its personnel, adds tactical aircraft maintenance journeyman

Staff Sgt. Scott Warner — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:53:00 GMT

As an F-15C Eagle fighter aircraft rips through the air above Fresno Air National Guard Base, California, the noise it makes as it forcefully, yet gracefully maneuvers across high altitudes can be heard for miles in every direction. To some, the harsh piercing raucous caused by a fighter’s engines can be perceived as an annoyance. Or maybe even as a hindrance as some cars pull off the road as to catch a glimpse of a free airshow. But to others, these powerful reverberations above can sound rapturous. This was the consensus of a group of 621st Contingency Response Wing F-15 tactical aircraft maintenance journeymen, more commonly known as crew chiefs, as they stood by and watched a group of F-15s perform some combat and maneuver training.

Test Track technical director sees engineers in New Mexico

Airman 1st Class Bob Teichmann — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:26:43 GMT

Advancing frontiers of knowledge in science, technology, engineering and mathematics is a goal for many people who work in those fields. For Michelle Zeisset, a good place to achieve those goals is in the southern New Mexico desert.

Flying Tigers Sharpen Skills in A-Staff ROC Drill

Senior Airman Courtney Sebastianelli — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:19:15 GMT

In preparation for the future exercises, the 23rd Wing A-Staff and the 23d Communications Squadron conducted a Rehearsal of Concept (ROC) drill on July 18, 2024, here. The ROC drill concentrated on reinforcing the Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) involved in setting up, maintaining, and breaking down communications for a wing operations center (WOC), forward operating site (FOS), and contingency location (CL).

Alaska Air National Guard partners with National Park Service to rescue plane accident victims at Denali

David Bedard — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 21:56:24 GMT

Alaska Air National Guard partners with National Park Service to rescue plane accident victims at Denali

23 FSS hosts BACKpack to School Bash

Senior Airman Rachel Coates — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 21:52:45 GMT

The 23rd Force Support Squadron Freedom One Fitness Center and Military and Family Readiness Center hosted this year’s BACKpack-to-school Bash at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, July 19, 2024. The event brought families and their children together for an activity-packed day and sent kids home with a backpack full of donated school supplies, ensuring they're ready for the new school year.

United Airlines flight 232 survivor/flight attendant visits Sioux City 35 years after the crash

Senior Master Sgt. Vincent De Groot, 185ARW Wing Public Affairs — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 21:46:14 GMT

United Airlines flight attendant and flight 232 survivor Susan White toured the 185th Air Refueling Wing this week. White's story about the flight 232 crash was recently chronicled in an article published on the “Homeland Security Today,” website.

Iowa Air National Guard Airman training at Alpena CRTC found camaraderie in the Air Guard

Senior Airman Tylon Chapman — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 21:41:04 GMT

Senior Airman Tyler Peterson, 185th Air Refueling Wing Security Forces, attends annual training with the Iowa Air National Guard at the Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center in Alpena, Michigan.

Moody hosts annual Squadron Commanders Course

DoD News — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 21:26:54 GMT

MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. – 23rd Wing hosted its annual Squadron Commander’s Course at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, July 18, 2024. The 12+ hour course is designed to enhance leadership skills, foster strong bonds between leaders and provide attendees with valuable insights into the installation. This training is paramount to the overall growth and development of squadron commanders in the U.S. Air Force, ensuring that they are well-prepared to lead their units effectively and contribute to mission success.

Photo Story: Cannon AFB hosts New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham

Airman 1st Class Gracelyn Hess — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 21:15:00 GMT

On July 8, 2024, 27th SOW leaders hosted New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham for a mission immersion and quality of life update at Cannon AFB, New Mexico.

Last T-1 Jayhawk Flight from JBSA-Randolph to Davis-Monthan AFB Marks End of an Era

Sean Worrell — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 20:09:48 GMT

The United States Air Force's T-1A Jayhawk made its final flight with the 99th Flying Training

Ellis takes command of the 436th MSG

Senior Airman Amanda Jett — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 19:54:00 GMT

First TR-3 F-35 arrives in Alabama.

Capt. Michael Luangkhot — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 19:32:40 GMT

DANNELLY FIELD, Ala. – The 187th Fighter Wing, home of the Red Tails received the first TR-3 F-35A Lightning II from Lockheed Martin on July 19, 2024.

A-10C Thunderbolt II becomes a Flying Tiger

Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 19:25:00 GMT

The distinctive appearance of the military aircraft is not just a matter of aesthetics, but a crucial aspect of our operational effectiveness-- projecting power and intimidating adversaries. The unmistakable shark teeth markings on aircraft from the 23d Wing serves as a visual deterrent, striking fear into the hearts of our enemies and instilling confidence in our allies.