March 17, 2026 Mission Ready Airmen: 375th CES builds Gate Overhang A new overhang at the Cardinal Creek Gate is now completed and ready for use, thanks to a project led by the 375th Civil Engineer Squadron.It was designed in coordination with the 375th Security Forces Squadron to meet the required standoff distances, maintain clear fields of view, and ensure that
March 5, 2026 Gears, Grease & Gusts When two Scott AFB vehicle maintainers deployed in support of a U.S. Southern Command mission, they weren’t sure what awaited them. All Senior Airman Avery Debeaucourt and Airman 1st Class Arthur Alva left with were their tools, their expertise, and orders that pointed them toward Santo Domingo,
Feb. 11, 2026 The commander’s advantage: Safety behind the mission While their success is often measured by the absence of incidents, the impact of the 375th Air Mobility Wing safety office reaches nearly every corner of daily operations across the installation.Working largely behind the scenes, safety professionals partner with other units to identify hazards and
Jan. 29, 2026 Scott Civil Air Patrol Cadets Experience KC-135 Incentive Flight On November 18, over 40 cadets of Scott Composite Squadron, the local unit of the Civil Air Patrol, were given a rare and unforgettable opportunity to participate in an incentive flight aboard two KC-135 Stratotankers. This extraordinary experience was made possible thanks to the Illinois Air
Jan. 22, 2026 How the Team Scott legal office strengthens readiness At Scott Air Force Base, mission readiness begins with caring for Airmen and their families. From legal counseling to estate planning, the team prepares Airmen—both personally and professionally—to deploy when called.“Put simply, our office stands ready to assist Airmen with resolving their legal
Nov. 26, 2025 The heartbeat of the Scott community Most people walk past old uniforms and forgotten baby clothes without a second thought, but for Sandra Mckenny, every donated item represents someone she might be able to help.
Nov. 26, 2025 Storytellers event at Scott builds community through shared journeys The Integrated Resilience Office hosted a Storytellers event, Sept. 30, providing members of the Scott community an opportunity to share personal experiences and highlight the importance of connection, support and resilience.
Nov. 20, 2025 Innovating leadership: How one SNCO’s detour helped transform ALS Watching the ruck line step off just after sunrise is like watching his year-long idea come to fruition.The sound of boots hitting the frozen ground in steady rhythm as Airman Leadership School students move across the field with radios, training rifles and the weight that comes when leadership is
Sept. 3, 2025 Humans of Scott: Survival and resilience, Airman Kerf Assouman For one Scott Airman, the path to the Air Force was forged through hardship and resilience that continue to guide him today.
Aug. 26, 2025 A Second Set of PPE: Pride, Professionalism, and Excellence Can Protect More Than Lives The first time I was issued personal protective equipment (PPE) was at the Department of Defense’s Louis F. Garland Fire Academy in San Angelo, Texas. My turnout gear included a flame-resistant jumpsuit, Nomex hood, fire helmet, gloves, boots, and a self-contained breathing apparatus. That gear was