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Renowned Triple Ace leaves historic legacy
April 26, 2017 — During World War II and the Vietnam War, renowned fighter pilot U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Robin Olds shot down more than 15 enemy aircraft and is rated a triple ace, after achieving aerial combat victories in World War II and the Vietnam War. An American Fighter Ace is a fighter pilot who has served honorably in a U.S. military service and has destroyed five or more confirmed enemy aircraft in aerial combat during a war or conflict in which American armed forces have participated, according to Public Law 113-105 passed by Congress in 2014. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Robert Olds is rated a triple ace, having shot down more than 15 enemy aircraft during World War II and the Vietnam War. To honor Olds and other fighter pilots for their heroic military service and defense of our country’s freedom throughout the history of aviation warfare, the American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2014 awarded a gold medal to American Fighter Aces collectively. (U.S. Air Force photo)

ATLANTIC TRIDENT 17: Prepared for take-off
April 21, 2017 — ATLANTIC TRIDENT 2017, hosted by the 1st Fighter Wing, focuses on air operations in a highly contested operational environment through a variety of complex, simulated adversary scenarios. The goal of the exercise is to enhance interoperability through combined coalition aerial campaigns. This exercise is one of the first to focus on greater... MORE

ATLANTIC TRIDENT 2017, hosted by the 1st Fighter Wing, focuses on air operations in a highly contested operational environment through a variety of complex, simulated adversary scenarios. The goal of the exercise is to enhance interoperability through combined coalition aerial campaigns. This exercise is one of the first to focus on greater integration of U.S. Air Force's fifth-generation capabilities. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Airman 1st Class Tristan Biese)

‘Piering’ into future: Construction to improve fuel operations
April 20, 2017 — Construction preparations for a new pier, which is used to receive jet fuel, began April 3, 2017. The project, which is overseen by the 733rd Logistics Readiness Squadron Fuels Facilities, is expected to be completed in 18 months. ... MORE

Contractors dredge the river during construction preparations for a new pier, which is used to receive jet fuel, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 17, 2017. The new pier will be constructed out of concrete and will measure approximately 36 feet wide to give first responders access in times of emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Areca T. Bell)

From victims to survivors: changing the conversation about sexual assault
April 17, 2017 — Editor’s note: Due the nature of these testimonies, the U.S. service members’ names have been withheld. Unrestricted reporting procedures were used by both individuals and the accusers were discharged from their respective military branch. No matter how many times she said no, he continued. All she wanted was to be anywhere but there. Now, two years later, she often finds herself still reliving that moment. “At work if I was zoning out, I was probably going back to the memory,” said the U.S. Air Force Senior Airman, as she looked down at the floor, recounting the day at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, when she became a victim of sexual assault. ... MORE

A U.S. Air Force Airman and a U.S. Army Soldier show support for sexual assault survivors at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., March 28, 2017. April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, which highlights the resources provided for sexual assault survivors. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kaylee Dubois)

AF selects 2017 bowling camp candidates
April 13, 2017 — The Air Force recently selected the candidates for the service’s 2017 Bowling Trial Camp May 2-4 at Camp Pendleton, California.Based on each athlete’s performance at the camp, coaches will select the top candidates to represent the Air Force at the 2017 Armed Forces Bowling Championship May 5-9 at the Marine base.Congratulations to:Coaches Steven... MORE

Fuel facilities supplies the ‘goods’ on, off flightline
April 12, 2017 — Outfitted in white overalls, gloves, boots, earplugs and a face shield, two U.S. Air Force Airmen cautiously perform their duties while surrounded by a shroud of vapors. They are donned in gear meant to protect them from the very substance that helps to protect lives at high altitudes. The scene resembles that of a science fiction movie— moving in slow motion as the various sounds of the flightline are subconsciously replaced by the eerie sound of shallow breaths in a mask. At Joint Base Langley-Eustis, the Airmen assigned to the 733rd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels facility perform one of their many responsibilities, ensuring pilots have oxygen at high altitudes. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Austin Wesson, 733rd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, and James Baldwin, 733rd LRS fuels facilities fuels distribution systems operator, fill a liquid oxygen cart at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., April 7, 2017. Every 90 days a sample of liquid oxygen has to be taken and sent to lab for inspection at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, to ensure it is at least 99.5 percent pure. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Areca T. Bell)

Airman Resilience Teams keep Silent Warriors ready to fight, ready for life
April 12, 2017 — Whether active-duty Air Force, civilian or contractor, life happens, and you can’t always be prepared for it. An important part of making daily Air Force missions happen is ensuring Airmen are ready for what life hands them. ... MORE

Chaplain (Maj.) Jim Bridgham, wing chaplain, 363rd Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing, Joint Base Langley- Eustis, discusses resilience during a podcast.

ACC Military Treatment Facility leadership conference stresses Trusted Care
April 10, 2017 — Trusted Care, the Air Force’s platform to reach its Zero Harm goal, was a main topic of discussion at the 2nd Annual Military Treatment Facility Leadership Conference at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, April 5-6. The MTF leaders also discussed manning, training and access to care initiatives. ... MORE

Photo of Brig. Gen. Sean Murphy, Command Surgeon for Air Combat Command, briefs military treatment facility leadership

Infant teething and toddler tooth care
April 5, 2017 — Bringing a child into the world is one of the most exciting times for a family, but along with this time of great joy can come a multitude of questions, especially for young and first time parents. Questions such as, how do I do this, does my child need that or is there something wrong with my child ... MORE

On average, a baby’s first tooth will start to come in around six months of age. By the third birthday, most kids have their full set of 20 baby teeth, however, each baby is different. (U.S. Air Force illustration/Airman 1st Class Tristan Biese)

Tips for peak PCS season
April 5, 2017 — Transitioning to a new permanent change of station can be exciting, yet a hectic experience for service members and their family, particularly during the summer peak-moving season. The primary goal of the 733rd Logistics Readiness Squadron personal property processing office is to provide personnel with necessary information to help ensure that they are adequately prepared for all phases of their PCS move, such as pre-move, packing, shipment pick-up and delivery at the final destination. ... MORE

Peak moving season runs May through August each year with the peak of the peak between Memorial Day and July 4. Surface Deployment and Distribution Command officials want servicemembers, federal employees and their families to know a smooth move for household goods is possible. (Air Force graphic)

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