June 7, 2017 Scott AFB hosting centennial airshow SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- Scott Air Force Base is hosting its 2017 Centennial Airshow and Open House June 10-11 to celebrate and commemorate the base’s 100 years of service to the United States military.Maj. Marc Meier, Airshow Director, is overseeing all aspects of planning and production of
May 31, 2017 Curtiss JN-4D Jenny, Scott celebrate 100 years of service SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- One of the highlights for Scott’s Centennial Airshow and Open House on June 10 and 11 will be a flyby and display of an historical aircraft that has rich ties this region as well as the beginnings of flight.The Curtiss JN-4D Jenny is possibly North America’s most famous
May 25, 2017 Indy 500 drivers tour Scott AFB Ed Carpenter, Indy Car Series Driver, tries on the Explosive Ordinance Disposal bomb-suit during a visit May 23, 2017 to Scott Air Force Base. The drivers met with Airmen from several suadrons to learn about what Scott AFB brings to the fight.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Chad Gorecki)
May 25, 2017 Memorial run at Scott Lake honors ‘port dawgs’ Air transportation specialists gathered for a memorial run May 22 at Scott Lake. The run honored “port dawgs” who have passed in the line of duty.“Unfortunately, we do this every year,” said Tech. Sgt. Tim Brady, Air Mobility Command transportation systems and data management functional. “There are
May 25, 2017 Meeting an American hero Not everyday do you get to meet a true American hero, let alone one that is a WWII fighter pilot and happens to be a Tuskegee Airman.For the men and women of the 932nd Airlift Wing at Scott Air Force Base, meeting retired Lt. Col. Robert (Bob) Friend was a rare opportunity to meet such a
May 24, 2017 Team Scott enjoys Spring Fling Scott Air Force Base kicked off spring with the annual Spring Fling on May 19. It gave members a chance to celebrate the base’s centennial anniversary with a day of baseball-themed activities, in an effort to enhance comprehensive Airman fitness. The event, which took place at the Scott Event
May 24, 2017 Scott recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month Since 1949, May has been observed as National Mental Health Awareness Month, an opportunity to bring about greater awareness of psychological health concerns and conditions, to offer support for those who are living with these conditions, and to promote increased access to care and treatment.This
May 24, 2017 4N’s can now apply for licensure For decades the Air Force has trained medical technicians to practical nurse levels, but has not licensed them. On March 22 in Jefferson City, Mo., the Missouri State Board of Nursing voted unanimously to approve the Air Force Basic Medical Technician Corpsman Program as a practical nurse
May 24, 2017 Scott honors law enforcement during Police Week To show appreciation for the everyday sacrifices law enforcement members make protecting the community, Scott participated in National Police Week from May 15-19. Police Week kicked off with a shooting competition, followed throughout the week by a basketball tournament, a softball tournament and
May 24, 2017 CYSS celebrates its 5th anniversary at Scott Successful evolution takes time.For the Air Force Space Command’s Cyberspace Support Squadron, it’s taken about five years. May 14 marked the fifth year anniversary of the squadron’s activation, and in this short time it has become a gem for the command.“A unique and diverse squadron supporting all