• Ninth Air Force welcomes new commander

    Ninth Air Force has a new leader.Maj. Gen. Jake Polumbo took command of Ninth Air Force from Maj. Gen. Larry Wells during a change of command ceremony here May 31, 2013."I've followed General Wells three times now in command," Polumbo said. "Each time, he's done a superb handover. I know I'm

  • ‘Trident warriors’ test technology

    U.S. Air Force and Navy units participated in the Trident Warrior 2013 exercise over the Atlantic Ocean near the Hampton Roads, Va., area, July 8-19.The exercise aimed to test an experimental Joint Tactical Information Distribution System between fourth and fifth-generation fighters, and included

  • Keep the bugs at bay

    Mosquitoes are a major health hazard responsible for the transmission of West Nile Virus and many other serious diseases. Even if you're only outside for a few minute, mosquitoes can detect your presence from more than 100 feet away.A few simple preventive measures, such as insect repellent, can

  • AF officials announce fiscal 2014 force management programs

    In ongoing efforts to size and shape the force to current and future requirements, Air Force officials announced the fiscal 2014 force management programs.The Air Force ended fiscal 2012 159 Airmen over end strength and anticipates ending fiscal 2013 at or marginally over end strength. The fiscal

  • Professionalism, skill, devotion earn Airmen Distinguished Flying Cross

    Picture yourself as an Air Force fighter pilot or weapon systems officer. You show up for work a little early, like any other day, happen to look at the flight schedule and see that all flights are cancelled due to a mass recall of all squadron personnel. Your mind fills with questions and concerns,

  • Attorney General, SJ team tackle consumer fraud

    From identity theft to vehicle fraud, there are plenty of scams out there and businesses specifically target military personnel and their families. To help combat fraud, protect Airmen and bring awareness to Military Consumer Protection Day, the 4th Fighter Wing teamed up with Attorney General Roy

  • Rocketeers return to the sky

    After being stood down for more than three months, the 336th Fighter Squadron was finally given the green light to resume flying hours and get back to combat mission ready (CMR) status, July 17.The decision comes from Congressional action on the $1.8 billion overseas contingency operations

  • SAPR provides direction for victims

    Since its Department of Defense-wide standup in 2005, the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program has been helping educate and train members as well as respond to cases of sexual assault.As the name indicates, the program is separated into two different aspects: prevention and

  • 336th FS aircrew help child's dreams come true

    The newest member of Team Seymour isn't what most would call a typical Airman. In fact, he doesn't wear a uniform, he doesn't work with aircraft in any circumstance and isn't old enough to drive a car, let alone join the military. However, members of the 336th Fighter Squadron recently hosted this

  • AF leaders stand behind civilians during tough furlough times

    Acting Secretary of the Air Force Eric Fanning and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III send the following furlough message to the Airmen of the United States Air Force:As you all know, Department of Defense civilian furloughs begin this week. With few exceptions, our civilian Airmen face