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Energy Action Month 2023 — Powering possibility

Energy Action Month 2023 — Powering possibility

Put away your portable air conditioning units for those long summer days and take out your space heater. Or better yet, let me tell you about a few tips on how to use conventional radiators. Every October, the Department of the Air Force empowers installations to bring attention to energy […]

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AFSOC embraces extended reality to enhance readiness

AFSOC embraces extended reality to enhance readiness

Extended reality, or XR, is revolutionizing the way Air Force Special Operations Command is approaching training and readiness. XR is an umbrella term that encompasses virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality to create a spectrum of experiences that range from fully virtual environments to overlays of digital content onto […]

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OSI takes aim at laser pointers, aircraft safety

OSI takes aim at laser pointers, aircraft safety

As the Office of Special Investigations safeguards the Department of the Air Force, they are confronting a surge in incidents involving laser pointers, which pose significant threats to Air Force aircraft, especially at night. These seemingly harmless beams, often used for classroom presentations or amusing a house cat, can also […]

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21st TSC paves way for future sustainment operations with European tabletop exercise

21st TSC paves way for future sustainment operations with European tabletop exercise

U.S. Army Europe and Africa European Theater Sustainment Tabletop Exercise was hosted by 21st Theater Sustainment Command in Wiesbaden, Oct. 2-5, to focus on large-scale operations in a contested environment and soon synchronize efforts with joint and multinational partners. “I think what’s going on here in Europe is consequential,” said […]

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U.S. Air Force aircrew flight equipment managers assigned to the 86th Operations Support Squadron, 52nd OSS, 31st OSS and 100th OSS, practice decontamination methods with a member of the Swedish air force during NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23 at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sept. 27, 2023. Approximately 500 players and 18 countries participated in this year’s NATO Toxic Trip exercise, the largest Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear exercise in NATO. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Madelyn Keech)

Recover the air base: 18 NATO countries participate in multinational CBRN exercise

NATO Exercise Toxic Trip 23, the largest chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear exercise for NATO allies and partners, was held at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium, Sep. 23-29.

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Commentary: October’s domestic violence awareness events call for unity to end abuse

Commentary: October’s domestic violence awareness events call for unity to end abuse

The Defense Department is calling on the military community to help prevent abuse and support victims as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which is recognized annually in October. This national observance was created to raise awareness about how to report domestic abuse and encourages community members to speak up […]

October 13, 2023 ×

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U.S. Air Force Gen. James B. Hecker, United States Air Forces in Europe, Air Forces Africa commander, NATO Air Chiefs and USAFE-AFAFRICA Warfare Center leadership pose for a photo at Einsiedlerhof Air Base, Germany, Sept. 27, 2023. UAWC leadership provided the distinguished visitors with a mission brief and a tour of the training facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jared Lovett)

USAFE-AFAFRICA commander, warfare center, host NATO Air Chiefs

U.S. Air Force Gen. James B. Hecker, United States Air Forces in Europe, Air Forces Africa commander, hosted NATO Air Chiefs at the USAFE-AFAFRICA Warfare Center in Einsiedlerhof Air Base, Germany, Sept. 27.

October 13, 2023 ×

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21st Theater Sustainment Command Non-Commissioned Officer, Soldier of the Year Board

21st Theater Sustainment Command Non-Commissioned Officer, Soldier of the Year Board

October 13, 2023 ×

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U.S. Air Force 496th Air Base Squadron paid special tribute to the Prisoners of War, those missing in action, those not yet accounted for, and their families with a 24-hour vigil followed by a morning’s breakfast ceremony, on Sept. 22, Moron AB, Spain. 
Over 50 personnel enjoyed Friday's morning ceremony and 78 participants from the U.S. Air Force and the Spanish Air Force walked a total of 1,328 laps for the 24-hour vigil, carrying the POW/MIA flag as a promise that all brothers and sisters who sacrificed their lives for the country will never be forgotten.

Morón Air Base hosts POW/MIA Ceremony

U.S. Air Force 496th Air Base Squadron paid special tribute to the Prisoners of War, those missing in action, those not yet accounted for, and their families with a 24-hour vigil, Sept. 22, Moron AB, Spain.

October 6, 2023 ×

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Resolute Castle 23

Resolute Castle 23

October 6, 2023 ×