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Dec. 13, 2024
FUNCTIONAL FOCUS: Space Safety

The Air Force Safety Center’s Space Safety Division plays a crucial role to assure mission success in, from, and to in ensuring safe access to space. The division’s responsibilities include policy, program, guidance, and oversight of pre-launch, launch, orbital, reentry and end-of-life safety
Dec. 13, 2024
A-10 Thunderbolt IIs Stop at Kirtland AFB for Refueling

formation of A-10 Thunderbolt IIs, commonly known as “Warthogs,” arrived at Kirtland Air Force Base Dec. 12, for a brief refueling stop. The aircraft are part of the 357th Fighter Squadron, the ‘Dragons’, assigned to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, is the only active-duty training squadron
Dec. 13, 2024
WHY I SERVE: Miss America

Second Lt. Madison Marsh, crowned Miss America 2024, explains why she joined the Air Force and why she stays. Although her dreams of becoming an astronaut have changed, she continues to serve because of the people and sense of community the Air Force offers.
Dec. 13, 2024
Kirtland AFB to gain 306th Intelligence Squadron

The Department of the Air Force selected Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, as the preferred location to host the 306th Intelligence Squadron.
Dec. 11, 2024
Kirtland AFB Welcomes First New Family Child Care Provider in Six Years

Families and leaders at Kirtland Air Force Base celebrated the opening of the base’s first new Family Child Care provider in six years during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Dec. 11.
Dec. 11, 2024
Kirtland Air Force Base Receives Cutting-Edge Communications System

In April 2024, Kirtland Air Force Base achieved a major milestone with the installation of the Global Aircrew Strategic Network Terminal at the 377th Air Base Wing Command Post. This $600 million Nuclear Command, Control, and Communication upgrade modernizes Cold War-era communications equipment,
Dec. 10, 2024
Legacy Renewed: Activation of the 24th Helicopter Squadron

Maxwell Air Force Base marked a historic moment on December 6, 2024, with the activation of the 24th Helicopter Squadron. Presiding official for the activation ceremony and assumption of command, Col. Lane Cook, commander of the 58th Operations Group, took a few minutes to discuss the importance of
Dec. 6, 2024
Kirtland Leaders host a breakfast meeting with the Kirtland Partnership Committee

Kirtland leaders hosted a breakfast meeting with members of the Kirtland Partnership Committee at the Thunderbird Dining Inn, Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., Dec. 4. During the meeting, the KPC members discussed challenges and proposed legislation that could affect military members in New Mexico.
Dec. 5, 2024
TRICARE Open Season Ends Dec. 10: Your Last Chance To Update Health Coverage for 2025

Time is running out to review and update your TRICARE health plan for 2025. TRICARE Open Season ends Tuesday, Dec. 10, marking your last day to enroll in a new plan or make changes to your health coverage.
Dec. 5, 2024
Air Force Prepares Airmen for Great Power Competition

In a recent discussion with the I/ITSEC Show Daily, Lieutenant General Brian S. Robinson, Commander of the Air Force Air Education and Training Command (AETC), outlined how the Department of the Air Force has enhanced mission-focused training at all levels while introducing other key initiatives to

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