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April 24, 2025
"Freedom Isn't Free": Kirtland AFB Preserves the Spirit of Capt. Joel Gentz, Forever a PJ

In the hearts of those who knew him, Capt. Joel Gentz lives on—not just as a fallen Airman, but as a brother, a leader, and a selfless warrior who embodied the heart of the rescue mission. As the 58th Rescue Squadron prepares for inactivation this June, Gentz’s story takes on even greater meaning.
April 21, 2025
Kirtland Kicks Off Bike Safety Day with Fun, Food and Free Gear

KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. – With bright skies overhead and bikes of all sizes rolling through, Kirtland’s annual Bike Safety Day brought smiles, safety education, and a few surprises to families across base April 18. Hosted by the 377th Air Base Wing Safety Office, the event combined hands-on
April 17, 2025
Forged by Experience: The Journey of Staff Sergeant Joseph Collett, Air Force SERE Specialist

The journey of SSgt Joseph Collett as a SERE Specialist
April 8, 2025
The Kirtland Roadrunner Inn and TLF Enhance Guest Experience with Recent Upgrades

In the pursuit of higher standards and coinciding with the installation commanders focus on family and relationships, the Roadrunner Inn and Temporary Lodging Facility have recently undergone renovations to provide a more comfortable stay to those who serve.
April 7, 2025
The Department of Defense announces Deferred Resignation Program

The Department of Defense announced a Deferred Resignation Program and Voluntary Early Retirement Authority for civilian employees
April 7, 2025
Air Force personnel involuntarily discharged over vaccine mandate offered reinstatement

The DoD offered guidance for reinstatement of service members involuntarily discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.
April 7, 2025
Air Force personnel who voluntarily left over vaccine mandate offered path back

The DoD is offering a path back to service for military personnel who voluntarily separated or left to avoid the COVID-19 vaccination mandate.
April 7, 2025
Kirtland AFB 2025 Privately Owned Firearm Policy

This document outlines Kirtland Air Force Base's updated policy for 2025 regarding privately owned firearms (POFs) and other dangerous weapons, covering registration, storage, transportation, authorized personnel, and prohibited areas. The policy aims to ensure base security and the safety of all
April 3, 2025
Upcoming REAL ID enforcement

On May 7, 2025, all AFGSC bases will require visitors to have a REAL ID to enter base as part of a nation-wide effort to enhance security and standardize identification requirements across federal facilities.
April 3, 2025
Update to The Department of the Air Force Memorandum on Implementation of Executive Order 14168, Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government

The Department of the Air Force released updated guidance on Implementation of Executive Order 14168, Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government.

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