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F-22 Raptor Marks 20 Years of Operational Service
May 14, 2025 — The F-22 Raptor hit a milestone of operational service at Langley Air Force Base on May 12, 2025. It has been two decades since the arrival of the Air Force’s first combat-ready, fifth-generation aircraft to the 1st Fighter Wing on May 12, 2005. The first operational F-22 Raptor delivery to the 1st Fighter Wing on this day signaled the beginning of a new phase in the U.S. Air Force’s combat capability. Then-Lt. Col. James Hecker, commander of the 27th Fighter Squadron at the time, flew the first operational aircraft designated as ‘AF042’ from the Lockheed Martin facility in Marietta, Georgia, to Langley AFB. “Timing is everything. I wasn’t supposed to be the first F-22 operational commander. It was going to be a guy by the name of Lt. Col. Scott ‘Papa’ Maw, but then the airplane delivery date slipped a little to the right, another squadron became available with the F-15 Eagle, so he took that command,” recounted Gen. James Hecker, who ultimately went on to serve as the commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa. ... MORE

OVER VIRGINIA -- Lt. Col. James Hecker flies over Fort Monroe before delivering the first operational F-22A Raptor to its permanent home at Langley Air Force Base, Va., on May 12. This is the first of 26 Raptors to be delivered to the 27th Fighter Squadron. The Raptor program is managed by the F-22A System Program Office at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. Colonel Hecker is the squadron's commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ben Bloker)

Ninja Nation Reboots the Wing
May 12, 2025 — 633d Communications Squadron works behind the scenes as "ninjas" to reboot technology for the wing by mentoring Airmen, providing new technology, and disposing old technology... MORE

U.S. Airman deconstructs a laptop on a workbench

Miles of Honor: Run for the Fallen
May 8, 2025 — Every year, a group of runners from Virginia journey over four days to complete the Run for the Fallen, a 250-mile run in honor of fallen service members. The run starts at Fort Story, Virginia, and finishes at Arlington National Cemetery, an area where many post-9/11 service members are laid to rest. Along the way, runners stop every mile for 90 seconds at “Hero Markers” to honor a fallen service member by name and present a flag to the family... MORE

Airman and civilian pose for a photo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Skylar Ellis)

Sowing the Seeds for Greener Future
May 2, 2025 — The Arbor Day Foundation recognized JBLE as a Tree City USA for the 25th year, a title that identifies incorporated communities that maintain a continuous systematic planting of trees... MORE

Aimen and civilians pose for a photo while holding shoveled dirt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Donnell Ramsey)

TCCC Combat Life Saver: Train Today, Treat Tomorrow
May 1, 2025 — TCCC is a week-long course that introduces invasive medical interventions and expands on the curriculum learned in tier one. An important principle of TCCC is to ensure the knowledge, skills, and training standards provided are evidence based and rooted in improving combat medicine while increasing the life-saving capabilities of all service members. CLS constantly receives updates and improvements to ensure Airmen are trained to complete the mission while preventing avoidable casualties in or out of uniform... MORE

Airman stands in front of class whiteboard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Donnell Ramsey)

Flipping the Switch: JBLE and Hampton Leaders Power Up New Era of Support
April 30, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Altman, Joint Base Langley-Eustis installation commander, Steven L. Brown, Hampton vice mayor, and Robert Wright, Dominion Energy vice president of strategic partnerships, flip a ceremonial switch at Magruder Substation, Virginia, April 28, 2025. The ceremony marked the completion of a new service feed that will provide Joint Base Langley-Eustis with an increased power capacity to better support the base’s mission and community. The project reflects the strong partnership between JBLE, local officials, and Dominion Energy in advancing infrastructure improvements essential to installation operations... MORE

Five men stand around a large white light switch.

Air Power Over Hampton Roads Draws Thousands of Spectators for Thrilling Weekend of Flight
April 30, 2025 — Skies over Joint Base Langley-Eustis roared with excitement this weekend as thousands of spectators gathered for the Air Power Over Hampton Roads airshow, a celebration of airpower, precision flying, and community spirit. The two-day event featured a full lineup of military and civilian aerial performances, headlined by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the 1st Fighter Wing’s F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team. Crowds also enjoyed performances by the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team, the U.S. Navy Rhino Demonstration team, and a variety of vintage and modern aircraft showcasing the evolution of airpower and superiority. ... MORE

A truck and a plane race in front of an explosion.

Rare Specialty, Vital Mission: JBLE Home to DoD's Only Anaplastologist
April 29, 2025 — In the world of medicine, some professionals work behind the scenes, quietly transforming lives in ways most people never see. Robert Robinson, 633d Dental Squadron anaplastologist maxillofacial prosthetist, is one of those hidden gems in the Department of Defense... MORE

Behind the Flightline: 1st Operations Support Squadron Powers Air Show
April 25, 2025 — The 1st Operations Support Squadron powers the Air Power over Hampton Roads airshow... MORE

All Hands-on Deck: Airmen Ramp Up Ops for Air Power Over Hampton Roads
April 23, 2025 — With the Air Power Over Hampton Roads Airshow approaching, preparations at Joint Base Langley-Eustis are in full swing. The 633d Security Forces Squadron Airmen are at the forefront, gearing up to help manage an estimated 100,000 visitors over the course of the April 26-27, weekend event. ... MORE

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