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497th IG steals championship from SFS
February 8, 2007 — Donald Alexander led the 497th Intelligence Group to victory over 1st Security Forces Squadron with a buzzer-beating shot during the second of two games in overtime, ending the championship, 51 - 50.In the first game, the SFS proved why they were last year's over-35 basketball champions and defeated the 497th, never allowing the opponent a chance... MORE

Teen chosen to be pilot for a day
February 1, 2007 — The 71st Fighter Squadron held their inaugural Ironmen Foundation Day when a Hampton teen experienced a day as an Air Force fighter pilot here Jan. 26. "It was a lot of fun!" said Barry Hicks, 16, who was the young man chosen from Woodside High School for his outstanding maturity and leadership. "I got to see and learn a lot of things most people... MORE

Barry Hicks, Boys & Girls Club of the Virginia Peninsula, was chosen to be a pilot for a day with the 71st Fighter Squadron Ironmen Foundation Day Jan. 26.

Wing breaks ground on $67-million addition
January 31, 2007 — Four years, $67 million, a contract and five shovels later ... "This is a day I never thought would happen," said Col. Kory Cornum, 1st Medical Group commander. "I lost several bets because I didn't think it would happen while I was here, but I'm glad I lost those bets." Colonel Cornum was one of about 25 people gathered outside the 1st Fighter... MORE

Brig. Gen. Burt Field, 1st Fighter Wing commander, Col. Kory Cornum, 1st Medical Group commander, and other distinguished visitors break ground on the 1st Fighter Wing hospital's $67 million addition Jan. 26.

A look at the past ... and the future
January 26, 2007 — For almost 60 years, The Flyer has been one of the longest continually running newspapers in Air Combat Command. From the very first edition of The Flyer Vol. 1, No. 1 May 29, 1952 to today's edition Vol. 57, No. 4, Jan. 26, 2007. The Flyer has witnessed several changes. The Flyer has received top honors several times in the Air Force for having... MORE

Farewell, Flyer
January 26, 2007 — Today marks an end and a beginning in Langley history. After almost six decades, today is the last edition of The Flyer, the base newspaper published by the 1st Fighter Wing Public Affairs Office. The public affairs office will continue to produce news, features and sports articles; however, they will be located on Langley's Web site at... MORE

Langley receives last Raptor to complete fleet
January 19, 2007 — The 1st Fighter Wing received its last assigned F-22A Raptor Friday when the 94th Fighter Squadron accepted tail number 5085, bringing the total to 40 F-22s to complete the fleet. Brig. Gen. Burt Field, 1st Fighter Wing commander, flew the final jet from the Lockheed Martin factory in Marietta, Ga. to Langley. "Completing our fleet of F-22s gives... MORE

1st Fighter Wing Commander Brig. Gen. Burton Field, taxi's down the runway in the 40th F-22A Raptor delivered from the factory at Lockheed Martin in Marietta, Ga., to the 1st Fighter Wing at Langley AFB in Virginia on Jan. 19, 2007. The delivery of this mighty aircraft marks the completion of delivery from the factory to the installation. (USAF Photo by Staff Sgt Samuel Rogers)

Tax center seeks volunteers, opens Jan. 29
January 19, 2007 — The 1st Fighter Wing Tax Center will assist military members and their families beginning Jan. 29 through April 16 Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Located at 62 Walnut Avenue, building 247, in the Langley Community Center, the center offers federal tax return preparation and electronic filing, state tax return preparation,... MORE

Center offers computer-based CLEPs
January 19, 2007 — Airmen and family members will soon be able to take computer-based College Level Examination Program tests at the base education and training center here. The initiative, managed by Saint Leo University, begins in February, said Mr. Paul Sevigny, assistant center director for the school. "This is a good opportunity for everyone on Langley, said Mr... MORE

Photo Illustration of CLEP Testing with St. Leo Univeristy at Langley (Photo By Staff Sgt. Samuel Rogers)

WARNING: Construction sites present dangers
January 19, 2007 — During the past few months, contractors have noted a number of people entering construction sites on foot or in privately owned vehicles. Although some may think it's convenient to cut through construction sites, these areas can be dangerous for those who aren't familiar with this type of environment. Moving equipment, excavated trenches, falling... MORE

Pumps close, hospital project begins
January 19, 2007 — The base gas station closes its doors 6 p.m. Jan. 28 to support renovations and to make way for a new mini-mall, which is scheduled to open in early spring 2007. "This is something we have had plenty of preparation for," said Myra Florence, Army and Air Force Exchange Service general manager here. Planning began more than a year ago when the 1st... MORE

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