May 14, 2024 Back in the BUFF: Innovative training effort brings B-52 veteran back into the cockpit An innovative effort to improve training for B-52 Formal Training Unit students brought a former pilot on his first sortie in 28 years. The Formal Training Unit is led by the 93rd Bomb Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit. They work in conjunction with active-duty partners in the 11th Bomb Squadron.
May 7, 2024 10th Air Force highlights importance of mental health awareness and urges use of 988 Lifeline In a concerted effort to enhance mental health awareness and suicide prevention within its ranks, the 10th Air Force is emphasizing the critical importance of vigilance among Airmen, Guardians, and their families.
May 2, 2024 Healy Testifies Before Defense Subcommittee Lt. Gen. John P. Healy, the chief of the Air Force Reserve and commander of Air Force Reserve Command, joined other senior Reserve and Guard leaders in testifying before the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense Tuesday.In addition to Healy, the panel of senior leaders included Gen.
May 1, 2024 HARB showcases local Airman during Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month This May, during Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the 482d Fighter Wing proudly recognizes Tech. Sgt. Tu Lam of the 482d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (AMXS) for his remarkable journey and contributions.
April 25, 2024 Air Force to begin accepting warrant officer applications The Air Force is now accepting applications for Airmen aspiring to become the inaugural cohort of warrant officers in the information technology and cyber career fields.
April 17, 2024 Air Force, FEMA, DLA collaborate in Exercise Eagle Rising 3.0 As hurricane season approaches, Reservists and Air Force Emergency Management personnel partnered with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to enhance natural disaster preparedness efforts in Exercise Eagle Rising 3.0 at Homestead Air Reserve Base,
April 16, 2024 Makos return from critical NORAD mission In a much-anticipated homecoming, the Airmen of the 482d Fighter Wing returned to Homestead Air Reserve Base after a successful deployment in support of Operation Noble Eagle April 3, 2024. This mission, a key element of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), is vital for aerospace
April 12, 2024 Forging the Future Force: Empowering Airmen & Guardians for 5-D Warfare In World War II, the Manhattan Project harnessed cutting-edge science to develop the atomic bomb, a weapon that ultimately helped end the war. Today, the Air Force faces a different kind of existential threat, and innovation is once again the key. But this time, the weapons won't just be physical;
April 10, 2024 419th Command Chief returns years of military support from niece as she competes on American Idol Kaibrienne Heather Richins is a top contestant for the TV show, American Idol. But does that name sounds awfully familiar?
April 8, 2024 859th SOS, TFI partners reach milestone in Wolfhound Aviators from the 859th and 524th Special Operations Squadrons achieved 200,000 flying hours in the C-146A Wolfhound.