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U.S Air Force Col. Clinton Ross, 633rd Air Base Wing commander, gets behind the wheel of one of the many vehicles used by the 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment shop at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Dec. 9, 2019. Ross learned about the pavements and equipment shop’s plan of action for ice and snow removal across the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Marcus M. Bullock)

Dec. 11, 2019

Col. Ross Immersion Tour

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — U.S. Air Force Col. Clinton Ross, 633rd Air Base Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Gregory Peterson, 633rd ABW command chief, have made it their business to visit various squadrons around Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, and get an up close look at the day-to-day operations that help run the installation.

To encourage Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, personnel to recognize possible safety hazards that may affect them, the 633rd Air Base Wing Safety office has the following tips to keep their families safe and accountable this holiday season.

Dec. 11, 2019

Navigate this holiday season safely

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va — As the holidays roll around, people become busy decorating, shopping or traveling and with the increased amount of activities, proper safety practices may be some of the last things on their minds. To encourage Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, personnel to recognize possible safety hazards that may affect them, the 633rd Air Base Wing Safety office has the following tips to keep their families safe and accountable this holiday season.

A NASA Langley Research Center test unit laser is setup for the new lunar system is setup and tested at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Nov. 26, 2019. The laser will assist NASA in landing astronauts on the Moon softly and safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Dowe)

Dec. 6, 2019

Airmen aid NASA with “The laser” for lunar mission

Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. — The NASA Langley Research Center is developing and testing new technology that will be used on the next space shuttle to the Moon, Mars, helicopters landing in the desert, and possibly in self-driving cars.

Participants pose for a photo during a crud tournament at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Nov. 15, 2019. Crud is a game that originated in the Royal Canadian Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Dowe)

Dec. 4, 2019

Crud tournament

Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. — Friday, November 15, 2019 presented a momentous opportunity to honor Air Force Heritage, propel future tradition and create everlasting bonds across multiple Air Force specialties. On this day, more than sixty members of the Air Combat Command information warfare community (cyberspace, intelligence, and information operations) gathered at the Joint Base Langley- Eustis (JBLE) club for a good old-fashioned game of crud.

U.S. Army Air Forces Sgt. Thomas Newton, newly inducted Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, grabs some refreshments after his recognition ceremony in Hampton, Virginia, Nov. 13, 2019. During World War II, Newton served as a supply clerk with the 99th Fighter Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Marcus M. Bullock)

Nov. 22, 2019

Uncovered: A son’s tie to a historic Airman’s legacy

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — A buzz of conversation fills the room, as people file in to take their seats. Amongst them, men and women wearing red jackets are scattered throughout the crowd, each ready to celebrate a new addition to their proud heritage. Both young and old gather to witness history in this small room in downtown Hampton, Virginia.

Team members of the Medical Cost Reimbursement Program discuss current cases at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Nov. 19, 2019. Types of cases include auto accidents, worker’s compensation, slip and falls, dog bites, product liability, medical malpractice and assaults. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Dowe)

Nov. 21, 2019

Bringing millions back!

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — The Air Force Legal Operations Agency (AFLOA) Medical Cost Reimbursement Program (MCRP) recovers the cost of medical care provided to U.S. Air Force active duty Airmen, retirees and their dependents as a result of injuries caused by third parties.

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nathaniel Flack, Department of Electrical and computer engineering student at the Air Force Institute of Technology, lays down a Battlespace Next card at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Nov. 18, 2019. Flack created the game to improve training within the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Dowe)

Nov. 20, 2019

Playing cyberspace

Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. — At times the most effective approach to fixing a problem is coming up with a creative solution. For the U.S. Air Force finding the solution to some of those problems requires the input and ideas of countless Airmen.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Timothy Torres, 633rd Medical Group biomedical equipment technician, unscrews a panel on a vital signs monitor at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Nov. 8, 2019. Torres removed the panel so the motor could be repaired. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Dowe)

Nov. 13, 2019

Behind the scenes in the hospital

Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. — When people think of hospitals many may think of doctors, nurses and beeping machines that take blood pressure and monitor vitals. However, what goes on behind the scenes is just as important. Behind the scenes there are many individuals in the Langley Hospital who ensure that all personnel are able to receive the medical care necessary to be ready to deploy, while also taking care of the Airmen’s families and retirees.

Vivienne Machi, Defense Daily reporter, and Airmen, learn about emergency procedures during SERE training at JBLE, Virginia, Oct. 31, 2019. The training is required before taking part in a familiarization flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Dowe)

Nov. 5, 2019

Defense Daily reporter visits JBLE for FAM Flight

Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. — Vivienne Machi, Defense Daily reporter, and 1st Lt. Josh Burdge, 71st Fighter Training Squadron pilot, walk toward T-38A Talons during a familiarization flight at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 31, 2019. Machi experienced firsthand how 1st FW pilots train at JBLE.

Members of the 633rd Air Base Wing Chaplain Team listen during a Community Emergency Response Team program in Newport News, Virginia, Oct. 19, 2019. The Chaplain Team steps into these situations to help with the spiritual triage for those involved in disastrous scenarios. (Courtesy photo)

Nov. 1, 2019

Spiritual healing in our darkest hour

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — Members of the 633rd Air Base Wing Chaplain Team on Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, volunteered with community members from Newport News, Virginia, to participate in Community Emergency Response Team training, October 19, 2019.