April 8, 2022 Safety is key for 23rd MUNS Most people would think building 240 rockets by hand would take forever to complete, but for the 23rd Munitions Squadron, it’s just another day.The tedious repetition and attention to detail is crucial for the hardworking Airmen who ensure each asset is in perfect shape before it is ready to be
April 7, 2022 Fire risk from discarded smoking materials increasing across Texas The combination of discarded smoking materials, dry conditions, low humidity, and gusty winds are creating a tinder box for fires, as evidenced by the recent wildfires across Texas.
April 7, 2022 Spring cleaning of garage calls for extra precautions WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OH -- This time of year, many people like to reorganize and clear out unwanted items around their homes. If one of those areas around the house is the garage, keep these tips in mind when organizing and cleaning it.Ensure there are clear walking surfaces when
April 6, 2022 GSSAP 5, 6 accepted for operations Space Operations Command has accepted Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program (GSSAP) satellites 5 and 6 as operationally capable and has presented them to United States Space Command for operational use.
April 5, 2022 62nd AW Safety Office wins 2021 AMC Safety Office of the Year The 62d Airlift Wing (62 AW), Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA, led by Col David A. Fazenbaker, has been awarded the 2021 Air Mobility Command (AMC) Safety Office of the Year recognition.The 62 AW ensured no major mishaps while directing the flight safety for 2,500 missions transporting 80,000 tons of
April 1, 2022 Distracted driving ripe with dangers WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The next time you’re at a stoplight, take a look around. Look at the vehicle next to you, on your left and right.You might see the mother of two turned around, trying to give her baby a pacifier. Or you might see a businessman, dressed in a suit and tie,
April 1, 2022 Vermont Guard, Senegalese Air Force conduct aviation exchange COLCHESTER, Vt. – Vermont Army National Guard rotary-wing representatives with 86th Troop Command took part in an aviation exchange with Senegalese Air Force helicopter pilots as part of the State Partnership Program in Dakar, Senegal, March 13-19.During the exchange, Vermont National Guardsmen and
April 1, 2022 Spring cleaning of garage calls for extra precautions WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OH -- This time of year, many people like to reorganize and clear out unwanted items around their homes. If one of those areas around the house is the garage, keep these tips in mind when organizing and cleaning it.Ensure there are clear walking surfaces when
March 29, 2022 58th SOW, APD ask public not to point lasers at aircraft Aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft in flight could be catastrophic for the affected aircrew and possibly for people on the ground.
March 25, 2022 Watch for warning signs during tornado season WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OH -- It’s that time of year again. As warmer weather slowly approaches, it’s important to brush up on your severe weather and tornado knowledge.Tornadoes are classified using the Enhanced Fujita scale from EF0 to EF5. An EF0 can produce light damage with winds of