News

Attention all Airmen: Air Force holds sexual assault offenders accountable, sexual assault convictions now online
October 22, 2013 — You should know the U.S. Air Force publishes sexual assault convictions online. Anyone can review more than 100 sexual assault convictions from across the Air Force, to include viewing them by base. After only a few minutes reviewing these cases, you will see many are similar - they involve the use of alcohol, an absence of respect for the victim... MORE

WASHINGTON – Air Force Secretary Michael Donley directed a comprehensive review of the service’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program as a result of information provided by a survey of active duty members, officials said March 16.

Tricks, treats and the 'Pumpkin Patrol'
October 22, 2013 — Joint Base Langley-Eustis law enforcement and uniformed volunteers, known as the "Pumpkin Patrol," will assist in maintaining a safe trick-or-treating environment for Service members and their families on Langley Air Force Base, Fort Eustis and Jamestown Village Housing in Hampton, October 31. Trick or treating in Jamestown Village, Fort Eustis and... MORE

Joint Base Langley-Eustis law enforcement and uniformed volunteers, known as the “Pumpkin Patrol,” will assist in maintaining a safe trick-of-treating environment for Service members and their families on Langley Air Force Base, Fort Eustis and James Town Village Housing in Hampton, Va. Trick-or-treating hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31, 2013. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stephanie Rubi/Released)

AF band connects children, cultures
October 22, 2013 — The U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band's rock ensemble, "Full Spectrum," performed a concert for approximately 320 students at Armstrong Elementary School in Hampton, Oct. 18.The event was the culmination of a cultural exchange program the ensemble started with Armstrong students in April when the band visited the school before their... MORE

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Justin Lewis, U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band flight commander, speaks with students after a concert at Armstrong Elementary School in Hampton, Va., Oct. 18, 2013. The band’s rock ensemble, “Full Spectrum,” performed for approximately 320 students at a concert that was the culmination of a cultural exchange initiative that began April 2013. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class R. Alex Durbin/Released)

7th Sustainment Brigade hosts 4-mile run
October 22, 2013 — For Soldiers in the 7th Sustainment Brigade, Special Troops Battalion, being able to share in experiences like a formation run, relay races with leadership and hearing the commander's message is the power behind the push. To help facilitate that experience, U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the battalion came together for a quick-paced formation run... MORE

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 7th Sustainment Brigade, Special Troops Battalion, complete a 4-mile run Oct. 4, 2013, at Fort Eustis, Va. The weekly run is held to build camaraderie and keep in standards with the fitness program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ciara Wymbs/Released)

Going for gold: Eustis Ten-Mile team runs the distance
October 22, 2013 — More than 40 years of combined running experience and dedication gave the Fort Eustis Ten-Mile team a leg-up on the competition, when they took home the win at the U.S. Army Ten-Miler (ATM) race in Washington, D.C. Oct. 21.Civilians and Soldiers from around the world competed in the 29th annual ATM, the third-largest race in the world and a top... MORE

The Fort Eustis Ten-Mile team receives their trophy after the U.S. Army Ten-Miler race, Oct. 20, 2013 in Washington, D.C. The team placed third in last year’s race. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ciara Wymbs/Released)

Army's special victims prosecutors bring enhanced expertise to courtroom
October 18, 2013 — In 2009, the Army's secretary directed the creation of 15 slots for "special victim prosecutors." Last summer, that number grew to 24. These Army lawyers enhance the prosecution of offenders with increased expertise, unique training and specialization.There are anywhere between 400 and 500 unit trial counselors across the Army. These are the... MORE

A judge’s gavel rests Aug. 21, 2013, in the legal office at Buckley Air Force Base, Colo. The gavel’s banging symbolizes the start of proceedings, a needed recess or to bring order to the court. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Rau/Released)

'Iron Man'-style suit in early stages of development
October 18, 2013 — U.S. Special Operations Command wants its operators to be protected with what it informally calls an "Iron Man" suit, named after the fictional superhero.In September, U.S. Special Operations Command, known as SOCOM, made a Broad Agency Announcement for proposals for prototypes of the Tactical Assault Light Operator Suit (TALOS).The goal of TALOS... MORE

An artist's rendering of what the Tactical Assault Light Operator Suit might look like with its desired capabilities. (Courtesy photo)

Airmen ‘BEEF’ up at Fort Eustis
October 18, 2013 — U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron Prime Base Emergency Engineer Force (BEEF) conducted land navigation and simulated weapons training at Fort Eustis, Oct. 16.Prime BEEF units survey land to set up bare-bones facilities and flight lines at a moment's notice. In addition to the basic structural duties of a civil engineer... MORE

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron Prime Base Emergency Engineer Force (BEEF) search for their next marker during land-navigation training at Fort Eustis, Va., Oct. 16, 2013. Because Prime BEEF units partner with all branches of the military, land navigation is vital towards mission success in deployed locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill/Released)

JBLE services, CFC adjust after government reopens
October 18, 2013 — With the federal government reopening, many services at Joint Base Langley-Eustis are returning to normal.Both the Bateman and Groeninger libraries are open and operating under normal business hours.The Fort Eustis Teen Center, Recreation Center, Aquatic Center and Outdoor Recreation offices are all operating normally.In addition, the Fort Eustis... MORE

Federal employee's charitable donation activity re-activated
October 17, 2013 — Combined Federal Campaign activities in the Continental United States may now resume, according to a memo from the director of the Department of Defense's CFC program.Campaign activities were suspended during the 17-day government shutdown according to the campaign management office. The deadline to donate to the CFC is still November 1. Prior to... MORE

QUICK LINKS

CAREERS

Contact Us

JBLE Jobs

JBLE ICE

SAPR | SHARP

Equal Opportunity

FOIA | Privacy | Section 508

Inspector General

JAG Court-Martial Docket

Link Disclaimer

No Fear Act

OSI Tip Line | CID Tip Line

Resilience

Join the: Air Force | Army

Benefits: Air Force | Army

Reserves: Air Force | Army

National Guard: Air | Army

Civilian Service