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April 15, 2022
Class reunion: U.S., Philippine pilots reconnect at Balikatan 22

More than 16 years and 7,000 miles from their first meeting as cadets at the United States Air Force Academy, two pilots reconnect while participating in an academic exchange during Balikatan 22, a bilateral military exercise that strengthens the long-standing alliance between the Philippines and
April 11, 2022
Virtual Reality Helps Air Commandos Modernize Training

The 492d Special Operations Training Group recently hosted Air Education and Training Command’s Integrated Technology Platform team here on Hurlburt Field.ITP personnel visited Hurlburt Field to learn more about the unique training requirements and capabilities within the 492d Special Operations
March 31, 2022
Women in aviation inspire the next generation at youth open house

Representation matters.This concept was the key takeaway for U.S. Air Force Maj. Molly Sexton, an instructor pilot flying with the 524th Special Operations Squadron, following a youth open house event held in honor of Women’s History Month at Moody Air Force Base on March 12, 2022.
Feb. 10, 2022
AFSOC hosts BPACS

Air Force Special Operations Command hosts Building Partner Aviation Capacity Seminar 22A at Hurlburt Field, Florida.
Feb. 8, 2022
A catalyst for change: Ghana Air Force Lt. Col. provides international perspective on military aviation

Lt. Col. Margaert Kumaka doesn’t think much about being the only woman in a room.For the past two weeks, she has been the sole international female participant attending this year’s Building Partner Aviation Capacity Seminar at Hurlburt Field, Florida. Similarly, Kumaka is one of only a handful of
Jan. 28, 2022
USAFSOS hosts international forum focused on collaborative partnerships

The 492d Special Operations Wing is holding a unique version of its Building Partner Aviation Capacity Seminar at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Jan. 24 - Feb. 4, 2022.
Nov. 10, 2021
Ambulatory Care Unit meets mission critical need for student, instructor population

Imagine being in training and having an urgent need for medical care but not having access to that medical care for days or potentially weeks. This predicament was often the narrative for students assigned to AFSOC’s Formal Training Units. Ultimately, situations like this would typically lead to
Oct. 19, 2021
COMMENTARY: Where Does Time Go?

The news of Gen. Colin Powell (ret.) passing recently brought a memory to mind that I would love to share in the spirit of how precious time is.In 2002, I was stationed at Elmendorf AFB, Anchorage, AK, assigned to the 517th Airlift Squadron. As a Firebird, I flew C-130H’s to the remote, long-range
Oct. 6, 2021
DAF expands civilian employee assistance program

JOINT BASE SAN-ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas -- The Department of the Air Force expanded its Employee Assistance Program Oct. 1, following a recent contract award by the Air Force Installation and Contracting Center.The program, required by the Air Force Chief of Staff, provides a variety of services and
Oct. 4, 2021
Religious Accommodation Requests: What to Expect

Air Education and Training Command officials continue their aggressive approach to ensure Airmen are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the service’s Nov. 2 deadline. For Airmen seeking a religious accommodation request, chaplains play a critical role in ensuring each request is fully considered

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