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Robert Rehak is a retired captain that volunteers at the 633rd Medical Group Satellite Pharmacy on Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia.

Dec. 11, 2018

Veterans share past service, why they continue to serve

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — It is no secret that Joint Base Langley-Eustis has a large retiree community. Though they have left the service, many veterans choose to give back to the armed service community by volunteering their time at various on-base agencies. Some of these veterans sat down to share why they continue to serve today.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Colton Peer, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron lead firefighter, rappels down the side of a building during training at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 2, 2018.

Oct. 19, 2018

Langley firefighters rope way to preparedness

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — Firefighters assigned to the 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron participated in a Rescue Technician One Course, here, from Sept. 24 to Oct. 18, 2018.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kyle Gregory, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron lead firefighter, prepares a fire for a training exercise at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Sept. 20, 2018.

Sept. 21, 2018

Firefighters feel the heat during training

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron participated in live-fire training exercises at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Sept. 19-20, 2018.

From left, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Michael Goss, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, and Airman 1st Class Katie Bauer, 633rd CES electrical systems apprentice, practice individual movement techniques during Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force training at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, July 19, 2018.

July 24, 2018

633 CES slices into Prime BEEF training

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — The 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron conducted Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force training here, July 19.

Dec. 20, 2017

The mystery of disappearing standards

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — After five years, my time had finally come. In my career field, the opportunity to go back to technical training was a blessing—after all public affairs and the art of communication is constantly evolving. As I entered the hallways of the Defense Information School on Fort Meade, Maryland, it was as though I’d entered a time capsule. In it were two types of U.S. Air Force Airmen—first term and prior service.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kevin O’Hara II, 71st Fighter Training Squadron aviation resource manager journeyman, responds to an airfield radio transmission at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., June 16, 2017. Squadron aviation resource managers coordinate with several agencies including maintenance, weather and base operations personnel to ensure a smooth transition from the ground to the air and vice versa. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Areca T. Bell)

June 20, 2017

SARM: Keeping warfighters on track

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — U.S. Air Force F-22 pilots at Joint Base Langley-Eustis work closely with U.S. Air Force T-38 Talon pilots, who pose as adversary air, to improve their war-fighter capabilities. However, before pilots can perform their duties, they must sharpen their skills and ensure they have proper documentation before they fly. T-38 pilots assigned to the 71st Fighter Training Squadron rely on a 3-person team, known as the squadron aviation resource managers, who ensure they are “good-to-go” when it comes to being legally qualified to fly.

Although social media accounts are personal, service members should note all social media posts are considered “on the record.” Without time to “think it through”, users risk hurting their career and others with defamatory comments or by overstepping their boundaries when sending private messages. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Staff Areca T. Bell)

June 7, 2017

Think before you type: Say 'no' to online harassment

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — With the tap of a keyboard, people can post their immediate thoughts to social networking websites—whether it’s good, bad or ugly. Without time to “think it through”, users risk hurting their career and others with defamatory comments or by overstepping their boundaries when sending private messages.

U.S. service members and their families begin a 1-mile run during a Memorial Day Murph and Pararescue Workout event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 29, 2017. The event included a variety of exercises and aimed to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Areca T. Bell)

May 31, 2017

Fitness for the fallen

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — U.S. service members and their families participated in a Memorial Day Murph and Pararescue Workout event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 29, 2017. The event included a variety of exercises and aimed to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Hurricane season is from June 1 to Nov. 30, but can occur earlier or later than projected. Members are encouraged to build an emergency kit and have a plan to prepare for possible emergency situations.

May 31, 2017

Hurricane season: Don't be scared, be prepared

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — With the hurricane season fast approaching, it is important to prepare ahead of time. Although the season, begins on June 1, 2017 and ends November 30, 2017, storms can occur outside of the projected season.

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Michael Brickell, 633rd Security Forces Squadron operations officer, leads a formation during the National Police Week opening ceremony at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 15, 2017. During the week, the 633rd SFS hosted various events including a Defenders Challenge and Security Forces Demonstration to honor military and civilian law enforcement officers who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Areca T. Bell)

May 16, 2017

National Police Week: Defenders remember fallen

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — The 633rd Security Forces Squadron hosted a National Police Week opening ceremony at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, May 15, 2017. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed Public Law 87-726, designating May 15 as Peace Officers' Memorial Day, and the week in which May 15 falls as National Police Week. Police Week memorializes law enforcement officers who laid-down their lives in service to the nation. In addition to the opening ceremony, 633rd SFS members will host various events, including a Defenders Challenge and Security Forces Demonstration to pay their respects to their fallen brothers and sisters.