Dec. 16, 2016 Leadership tackles mental health issues Team Seymour has continuously improved its efforts to foster a culture of healthy behavior. By using helping organizations such as Mental Health, the Family Advocacy Program and the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program, the leadership at Seymour Johnson AFB are dedicated to
Dec. 9, 2016 Strike Eagle still soars after 30 years Since its maiden flight, Dec. 11, 1986, The U.S. Air Force considers the F-15E Strike Eagle to be one of the most proficient multi-role, air-to-air and air-to-ground strike fighters active today.On its 30th anniversary, after flying thousands of missions during worldwide combat operations, the aging
Dec. 9, 2016 SJ’s Strike Eagles undergo radar upgrade Editor’s Note: This is the first of multiple-part series about the Radar Modernization Program for the F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft and how it will enhance operations. The F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft is a dual-role fighter designed to perform air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. With 30 years under
Dec. 7, 2016 4th Fighter Wing commander personally delivers F-15 to WR-ALC Col. Christopher Sage knows “Success here equals success there.” That’s why he came "here." A seasoned fighter pilot, Sage is fully appreciative of having a fine-tuned jet to fly. And since taking the helm of the 4th Fighter Wing at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., in July, he has wanted to
Dec. 6, 2016 SJ, Goldsboro hold annual Christmas parade Goldsboro, North Carolina, kicked off the month of December with its annual Christmas Parade, Dec. 3, led by Col. Christopher Sage, 4th Fighter Wing commander, who was invited to be the grand marshal.More than 500 people from the local and surrounding areas attended the parade. The parade hosted 184
Nov. 30, 2016 AIR FORCE TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS ON THE DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT FOR THE PROPOSED KC-46A THIRD MAIN OPERATING BASE BEDDOWN The U.S. Air Force is holding public hearings to invite public comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the KC-46A Pegasus aircraft Third Main Operating Base Beddown. In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act , the USAF has prepared the environmental study in the form
Nov. 30, 2016 335th FS, 4th MXG Airmen return from deployment supporting OIR The remaining Airmen from the 4th Maintenance Group and 335th Fighter Squadron returned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, Nov. 23, 2016, from a deployment supporting OPERATION INHERENT RESOLVE at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia.
Nov. 24, 2016 Team Seymour hosts Red Cross The aftermath of Hurricane Matthew’s destructive force is still being felt more than a month after it stormed across the eastern coast leaving thousands of families homeless. The hurricane caused an estimated $1.5 billion in damage to approximately 100,000 homes, businesses, and government
Nov. 22, 2016 Airmen train Marines prior to deployment The fuel line was quickly secured to the bottom of the F-15E Strike Eagle parked on the flight line at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina. The Airman looked over at the R-11 aircraft refueling vehicle and gave the member standing by the truck a thumbs-up. The man turned knobs on the
Nov. 11, 2016 A Day of appreciation for those who serve Veterans Day is a day in which America recognizes all veterans- Airmen, Soldiers, Marines, Sailors and Coast Guardsmen.