Dec. 7, 2018 Air Force proposes to base F-35s at Tyndall, supplemental funds needed to build advanced fighter base Following the damage to Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, caused by Hurricane Michael, the Air Force is recommending that Congress use supplemental funding for rebuilding the base to prepare to receive the F-35 Lightning II fighter at the north Florida installation.
Dec. 7, 2018 AMC command chief retires after 30 years of service Chief Master Sgt. Larry Williams, Air Mobility Command command chief, closed out his 30-year career on Nov. 30 at the place where it began: Dover Air Force Base.The retirement ceremony, held at the AMC Museum, celebrated the significance of Williams’ career, one that uniquely and almost exclusively
Dec. 4, 2018 Chief Wright to Airmen: Know your retirement options The opt-in deadline for the Blended Retirement System is December 31, 2018.Make your decision knowing only you can determine which system is best for you, and understand that if you opt into BRS, it is irrevocable. You only have one chance to make this choice, so it’s imperative you and those
Nov. 28, 2018 375th SFS holds combatives training Staff Sgt. Corey Ormsby, 375th Security Forces Squadron training instructor, explains the loading and unloading procedures of an X26P taser prior to hands on baton and taser training at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Nov. 19, 2018. Each security forces member receives classroom and practical
Nov. 28, 2018 Policy changes for Post-9/11 GI Bill transfers Additional changes to the Post-9/11 GI Bill Transfer of Benefits policy were announced Nov. 14, 2018.
Nov. 27, 2018 Turn stress into strength this holiday season The holiday season presents opportunities to engage in multiple forms of resiliency. Engaging in close relationships, practicing gratitude, and participating in religious activities that promote spirituality are often helpful aspects of the holidays. However, the holidays may also create stressors
Nov. 27, 2018 Air Force selects 479 in chief master sergeant 18E9 promotion cycle Air Force officials have selected 479 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant out of 2,241 eligible for a selection rate of 21.37 percent.
Nov. 21, 2018 635th SCOG wins intramural flag football championship The 635th Supply Chain Operation Group flag-football team managed to fight off the 375th Force Support Squadron team’s comeback attempts and held on to win the 2018 Flag Football Intramural Championship with a final score of 32-20, Nov. 8, on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. The 635th SCOG came into
Nov. 21, 2018 Flu shots available Flu shots are available at the 375th Medical Operations Squadron’s immunization flight for all service members and their beneficiaries on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. The goal is to have 90 percent of Team Scott vaccinated by Dec. 15. No appointment is necessary. Just stop by the medical