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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

Langley bowler at top of his game
January 16, 2007 — A Langley Airman came out on top at the Armed Forces Bowling Championship held Dec. 3 through 6 at Fort Dix, N.J. where the best bowlers in the military met to show off their skill in a 24-game tournament. Finishing second place out of the entire military, Capt. Brian Snyder, Chief of Testing, Training and Certification for the Air Force Command,... MORE

Brian Snyder, chief of testing, training and certification for the Air Force Command, Control, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Center, finished in first place at the Air Force bowling trials camp held Nov. 26 through Dec. 2 at Fort Dix, N.J. (Photo by Senior Airman Michelle Arslan)

Brig gives Airmen second chance with AF
January 12, 2007 — In a time of war, the need to keep experienced and hard-working Airmen in the Air Force is crucial. For those Airmen who are dedicated to the Air Force but may have slipped along the way, a discharge isn't necessarily the only option. Beginning Jan. 3 Langley teamed up with Naval Brig Norfolk to help rehabilitate and re-motivate Airmen who deserve... MORE

Photo illustration by Senior Airman Austin Knox

End of an era: Langley bids farewell to The Flyer, welcome to Web site
January 12, 2007 — After more than 60 years as Langley's base newspaper, The Flyer hits the racks for the last time Jan. 26 as the Air Force transitions to a Web-based news focus. The change is a result of a 30-percent manning reduction in the public affairs career field, resulting in the loss of an estimated 200 positions. "Public affairs still has a responsibility... MORE

Raptors ready for fi rst overseas deployment
January 12, 2007 — Twelve F-22A Raptors and more than 250 people from the 27th Fighter Squadron here are preparing for a deployment to Kadena Air Base, Japan, in February. While this will be the first overseas deployment for the Air Force's newest fighter, which was declared "combat ready" in December 2005, it is not the squadron's first deployment from Langley. In... MORE

Tax credits, deductions equal money saved
January 5, 2007 — Are you in need of free money? Is your bank account suffering a case of the holiday blues? Well, the good news is that tax season is approaching. It's good news for those who know the tax code. Knowing what credits and deductions to claim allows people to keep more of their own money. This year, the Internal Revenue Service will refund money to... MORE

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