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National Guard identifies fallen F-15C aviator
September 2, 2014 — Massachusetts National Guard officials identified the pilot of an F-15C Eagle jet that crashed in Virginia as Air Force Lt. Col. Morris "Moose" Fontenot Jr.The veteran aviator was killed Aug. 27 when his aircraft crashed in remote, mountainous terrain near Deerfield Valley. "We all continue to keep the Fontenot family in our thoughts and prayers... MORE

Biomedical sciences education, commissioning program application windows open
September 2, 2014 — Airmen interested in biomedical sciences education, or BSC, or commissioning opportunities may be eligible for one or all of the four Biomedical Sciences Corps programs now accepting applications.Available BSC programs include the Army Baylor Doctor of Physical Therapy Training, the Uniform Services University of the Health Sciences PhD Clinical... MORE

AF conducts airstrikes against ISIL, airdrops humanitarian aid near Amirli
September 2, 2014 — At the request of the government of Iraq, the U.S. military conducted airstrikes in support of an operation to deliver humanitarian assistance to address the humanitarian crisis and protect the civilians trapped in Amirli, Iraq, at approximately 8:30 p.m. EDT Aug. 31.Two months ago, hundreds of ISIL terrorists advanced on Amirli cutting off food,... MORE

Senior Airman Jon Woerzburger, 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, C-17 Globemaster III flying crew chief, awaits engine start prior to a humanitarian airdrop mission over Amirli, Iraq, Aug. 30, 2014. The two C-17s dropped 79 container delivery system bundles of fresh drinking water totaling 7,513 gallons. In addition, the two U.S. C-130s aircraft dropped 30 bundles totaling 3,032 gallons of fresh drinking water and 7,056 meals ready to eat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Vernon Young Jr.)

Strategic agility is the future of the Air Force
September 2, 2014 — As the Air Force prepares for new challenges and opportunities of the coming decades, it faces sobering 21st-century realities: global centers of power have become more distributed and the terrorism threat more dispersed. Most importantly, the emerging environment is demonstrating a trend that could prove to be the defining one of current times:... MORE

9/11 memorial fire truck at Fort Eustis
September 2, 2014 — Many of today's U.S. Service members joined the military after the 9/11 attacks. Several of them were in school during the attacks. At the time, some may not have fully understood what happened in New York City, Washington D.C, and Shanksville, Penn.The Remembrance Rescue Project organization traveled to Fort Eustis, Virginia with the Fire... MORE

Members of the Fort Eustis, Va., community read about the 9/11 attacks while visiting the Remembrance Rescue Project Rescue 4 fire truck display at the Post Exchange, Aug. 26, 2014. According to the website, the project is operated completely by firefighters from across the country volunteering their time to keep the memories alive of those lives lost on 9/11. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland/Released)

Two Vietnam War Soldiers, one from Civil War to receive Medal of Honor
September 2, 2014 — The White House announced today that Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Bennie G. Adkins and Spc. 4 Donald P. Sloat will receive the Medal of Honor for actions in Vietnam. It was also announced 1st Lt. Alonzo H. Cushing will posthumously receive the Medal of Honor for actions in the Civil War during the Battle of Gettysburg. President Barack Obama will... MORE

Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Bennie G. Adkins and former Spc. 4 Donald P. Sloat will receive the Medal of Honor for actions in Vietnam. (U.S. Army graphic)

633rd CES 'Dirt Boyz' keep flying mission off bumpy roads
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U.S. Air Force 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment Airmen, nicknamed the Dirt Boyz, repair sections of the runway at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Aug. 27, 2014. According to 633rd CES leadership the improvements will provide a safe environment to sustain current flying operations, and secure future mission capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Connor Estes/Released)

Eustis hosts Women’s Equality Day ceremony
August 27, 2014 — The 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) hosted a Women's Equality Day ceremony at Fort Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 22.Women's Equality Day is celebrated on Aug. 26, and this year marked the 94th anniversary of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which granted women the right to vote. The event focused on how U.S. Service members, both... MORE

Battle buddies, Wingmen, Warrior Olympics
August 26, 2014 — The 2014 Joint Base Langley-Eustis Warrior Olympics is Sept. 12, with the opening ceremony beginning at 8 a.m. on the Langley Air Force Base parade field. This base-wide sports day is a one-day event created to promote morale, teamwork and camaraderie among U.S. Air Force squadrons and U.S. Army battalions. Active-duty Service members are... MORE

The 45th Intelligence Squadron team squares off against the 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron team during the intramural volleyball championship game at Langley Air Force Base, Va., April 29, 2014. The 45th IS team reached the championship after an undefeated season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stephanie R. Plichta/Released)

Forget-me-not: Caring for families during deployments
August 26, 2014 — When a U.S. Service member deploys, family members may feel as though they lost their connection to people and activities on base. To combat this, Joint Base Langley-Eustis provides programs and services for the families of deployed members so they remain involved in the military community. U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Dawn Chapman, 633rd Force... MORE

Joint Base Langley-Eustis encourages families of deployed Service members to utilize the various programs and services provided here. Agencies which offer activities and classes for these families include the 633rd Force Support Squadron, School Liaison Office, the Langley Chapel, Mental Health Flight, Health and Wellness Center and many more. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Breonna Veal/Released)

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