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Properly prepped pets: Keeping Fido safe through the storm
August 13, 2014
According to the National Hurricane Center, each year, millions of pets are killed or left homeless due to natural disasters. If an area is not safe for a person, it is not safe for animals. Prepare a disaster plan in advance that includes accommodations for pets in order to provide them with the best care. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Airman 1st Class Areca T. Wilson/Released)
Eustis offers new fishing program
August 11, 2014
The 733rd Force Support Division community services flight has partnered with the 733rd Security Forces Squadron and the Fort Eustis Hunting and Fishing Council board to instate a new fishing program, which requires patrons to pay a $10 fee and get a fishing license in order to fish on the installation. For more information about fishing on the installation, contact Outdoor Recreation at 878-2610. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Teresa J.C. Aber/Released)
A career of caring: Chaplain to retire after 38 years of service
August 8, 2014
Commissioned as U.S. Army chaplain in 1987, Chaplain (Col.) Steven West soon found his way back to the Air Force, where he currently serves as the Langley Air Force Base senior chaplain. West has had an almost 38-year military career and is preparing to retire Jan. 1, 2015. He is pictured here as a first lieutenant, shortly after commissioning. (Courtesy photo)
Tale of two sisters: How education helped shape two Airmen’s careers
August 5, 2014
U.S. Air Force Maj. Liliana Henriquez, Oceana Dam Neck Annex Joint Targeting School joint staff J7 instructor, and Master Sgt. Liesbeth Bowen, 633rd Wing Staff Agency first sergeant, are sisters who were born in Venezuela and later joined the Air Force. The sisters used programs such as Military Tuition Assistance and Reserve Officer Training Corps scholarships to pursue their education. (U.S. Air Force illustration by Airman 1st Class Devin Scott Michaels/Released)
Critical days, Critical decisions: bicycling safety
August 4, 2014
During the summer season, Service members and their families are urged to take extra consideration for risk management when biking. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2012, the estimated number of bicycle injuries exceeded 500,000. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Brittany Murphy/Released)
'Stripes with Pipes:' Langley's own choir group
August 4, 2014
The "Stripes with Pipes" choir group performs at the 497th Operational Support Squadron change of command at Langley Air Force Base, Va., July 15, 2014. The Stripes formed under the direction of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aaron Bigler, 10th Intelligence Squadron security manager, as a morale booster and outlet for creative singing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Austin Harvill/Released)
Synthetic drugs: Don't 'spice' it up
July 28, 2014
In 2009, the Office of National Drug Control Policy reported about 10 different synthetic drugs. Just three years later, the ONDCP released a new report – more than 150 synthetic drugs were circulating across the United States. All "brands" and varieties are illegal for Service members to use according to the UCMJ. (Courtesy photo)
Flying ‘high’: Aircrew members undergo altitude chamber training
July 21, 2014
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mason Wyman, 633rd Aerospace Medical Squadron aerospace physiology technician, tests the Reduced Oxygen Breathing Device at Langley Air Force Base, Va., June 25, 2014. The ROBD allows 633rd AMDS personnel to discreetly reduce airflow for more realistic training on hypoxia awareness for pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Austin Harvill/Released)
Korean War Armistice Day honors the brave
July 17, 2014
The memorial honoring veterans of the Korean War and was dedicated on July 27, 1995 by President Bill Clinton and President Kim Young Sam of South Korea. More than 35,000 U.S. Service members lost their lives during the 36-month-long war. (Photo courtesy of Paul Gorman)
Area, trial defense counsels save U.S. Service members' careers
July 15, 2014
The U.S. Army Trial Defense Service and the U.S. Air Force Area Defense Counsel defend those who defend America with Honor, Valor and Wisdom at Joint Base Langley-Eustis. The Army TDS and Air Force ADC are branch-specific organizations whose purpose is to provide attorneys to U.S. Soldiers and U.S. Airmen during matters concerning the Uniform Code of Military Justice. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Devin Scott Michaels/Released)