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  • Maintainers, cops create cross communication opportunity

    A missile maintenance squadron and a missile security forces squadron came together to give the cops an opportunity to go into a missile launch facility, Dec. 28, 2017, to see what they are protecting every day. The 90th MMXS invited the 90th MSFS out to the launch facility to enhance communication

  • Small pests, big impact

    There are numerous factors that can impact the mission in negative ways. Some of those factors can also come in small packages, such as pests. The 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron pest management at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, is the first line of defense when it comes to these types of

  • Airman wins on and off the court

    The Airman’s Creed is a promise to the United States and a rallying cry for Airmen to remain the world’s greatest Air Force. The words, “My mission is to fly, fight and win,” hold true for 20th Air Force’s Tech. Sgt. Corey Rucker, a world champion who embodies the creed both professionally and

  • 5 MUNS: Armament systems maintainers help keep bombs on target

    Airmen from the 5th Munitions Squadron are responsible for maintaining and repairing various equipment at Minot Air Force Base, N.D. An armament systems maintainer’s duties include inspecting, repairing and maintaining the B-52H Stratofortress’ munitions related equipment and assuring aircraft can

  • CATM hits the mark with training

    Combat arms instructors are security forces personnel who train military members on proper weapon use. These instructors teach up to three classes a day, with an average of 20 students in each class. Safety is vital when firing a weapon and when the instructors are out on the line with students,

  • AFGSC upgrades museums, heritage sites

    Museums and heritage centers within Air Force Global Strike Command are currently undergoing changes to connect a new generation of Airmen with the Global Strike mission. The changes range from minor signage improvements to complete construction overhauls that are meant to bring the sites into the

  • JTACs and aircrews participate in joint exercise over PRTC

    Ellsworth aircrews worked side-by-side with members of the 582nd Helicopter Group and Joint Terminal Attack Controllers from the United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force, during a joint-training exercise over the Powder River Training Complex from Dec. 4 to 8, 2017.The exercise provided each unit an

  • 5th MUNS: The influence of magic

    His fingers flipped through a deck of cards, all eyes fixated on him watching his hands move carefully. Machine-like movements and mastery of situational awareness are just a few of his tools.