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10 May 2017
Scott History: 1970s
From 1967-70, a total of 75,000 battlefield casualties were brought to the United States. Throughout that same period, the 375th Aeromedical Airlift Wing’s domestic aeromedical evacuation system moved an average of 60,600 patients a year. During the 1970s, Scott Air Force Base and the 375th AAW continued their involvement in aeromedical airlift. In
10 May 2017
Scott History: 1960s
As the remaining radio schools were phased out and relocated during the late 1950s, responsibility moved from the Air Training Command to the Military Air Transport Service, and Scott Air Force Base assumed a new role in the 1960s. During the early 60s, Scott primarily supported other units on base and also held the unique distinction of hosting
10 May 2017
Scott History: 1950s
Not all the Airmen who contributed directly to Scott missions were on the base in the 1950s. The buildings that made up the Belleville Air Force Station, informally called “Turkey Hill” were positioned in the rolling outskirts of Belleville. The location of the 798th Radar Squadron was chosen in 1949 for its high elevation in the region. The Airmen
10 May 2017
Scott History: 1940s
Radio operator-mechanics training was the primary mission of Scott Field during World War II. The Radio School began classes in October 1940 in Hangar 1 before moving to another area. With a slogan of, “The best damned radio operators in the world!” the 77,370 graduates were referred to as the WWII “eyes and ears of the Army Air Forces.” The Airmen
10 May 2017
Scott History: 1930s
Complete, non-stop mail service across the continent was first attempted by 2d Lt. John Fowler (unless he was Army the correct abbrev is 2d). A 40-pound sack of mail that was fastened to his airship was lowered by rope to a designated location, where it was placed on a second plane and transferred again. The entire operation lasted 15 minutes and
10 May 2017
Scott History: 1917-1930
During World War I, Secretary of War, Newton Baker, encouraged an expanded role for aviation. Business and political leaders on both sides of the Mississippi River wanted the Midwest to be the location of a new flying field. Aerial expert Albert Bond Lambert joined with the St. Louis Chamber of Commerce and the directors of the Greater Belleville
3 May 2017
Team Scott member 1 of 3 Algerian-born triplets serving today’s Air Force
For one Algerian family, 6,600 miles was the distance between a life of struggle and a life of promise and opportunity. Their journey has carried them over thousands of miles, from a barren region in Africa to California’s Simi Valley where eventually the Harchaoui triplets—Myriam, Rabah and Warda—would join the U.S. Air Force. Scott Air Force Base
19 Apr 2017
Public Health Cmdr. Chodacki helps with mental, emotional wellness during crisis, disasters
After the Northeast was torn apart by wind and slammed by violent waters during Superstorm Sandy in 2014, Cmdr. Julie Chodacki, along with 400 other United States Public Health Services Commissioned Corps members, deployed to assist those affected with getting their lives back on track.This was just one of six deployments in the past 10 years to
12 Apr 2017
Scott AFB honored for its long partnership with local community
Scott Air Force Base has been a shining beacon of the metro-east for 100 years.And the O’Fallon-Shiloh Chamber of Commerce has recognized the base’s profound contributions to the community, selecting Scott for the Spirit of the Chamber Award. The Chamber will present SAFB the award at the 41st annual Salute to Business Awards on April 19 at the
12 Apr 2017
Calvin achieves 55 years of volunteer service
Francoise Calvin, a volunteer at the Satellite Pharmacy at Scott, achieved the milestone of 55 years of volunteer service for the Red Cross this year.Calvin started her volunteer efforts in 1962 as a nurse’s aid when her husband, retired Air Force Master Sgt. Walter Calvin, was stationed in the Philippines and she has volunteered at every base

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“I’ve done Boy Scouts of America since I was in fifth grade, and I made Eagle Scout my senior year. It was cool to not only get to hang out with friends, but it was also the first step to developing yourself outside of school. It was kind of cool getting to be your own leader for your own troop and to take them through things you’ve learned in the past. To become an Eagle Scout, you have to lead a volunteer project that benefits the community, and I made a garden at a retirement home. I gave part of the food to them, and then most of it I gave to a local food bank. I had to get all the supplies to run it, maintain it over the season, and then get all of it to those places. There was a big group of us that I was put in charge of to get this project done, so that was the first steps to me becoming a leader. If it taught me anything, it was to be kind to others. At the retirement home, we’d get the food, cut it up, and serve it to them. They were just really grateful that people were out there spending time with them and giving back to them because they don’t get to see a lot of their families. It puts you in a good mood to put them in a good mood, and they always had amazing stories.” -SSgt John Breon, 15th Operational Weather Squadron weather journeyman #HumansOfScottAFB 📸: SrA Tara Stetler

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-18 Apr

Congratulations to Evan Gill for being named the 2019 State Military Youth of the Year! Team Scott is wishing you luck as you go on to compete at the regional level 😄 #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-18 Apr

“I have seen so many sunsets. You get to see the entire world. I’ve seen so many countries, seen their sunrises, seen their sunsets... It’s a beautiful world out there.” 🌎✈️ Our pilots share what motivates them to fly each day! What motivates you in your job?

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-17 Apr

Electronic Recycling and Paper Shredding Event is April 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the softball field parking lot off Hangar Road. Tube TVs and monitors will have a $10 to $30 fee each depending on the size. Residents can bring up to 10 large items per household, but no more than two televisions. There will be two large paper shredders available to handle personal shredding. For organizational shredding, call 256-9441 or 256-2092. NOTE: Government ADPE and usable office supplies may not be turned in for disposal. For more information, call Mark McCoy at 256-9441.

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-17 Apr

Mark your calendars for Wingman Day Diversity Festival, May 3, from 3-7 p.m. at the Parade Field! Fun for the whole family while celebrating connectedness! Open to all Team Scott members & families. Tethered balloon rides from 6-7 p.m., weather dependent, for $10 as a fundraiser for the Air Force Ball.

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-17 Apr

Congrats, Master Sgt. Wick! 🎉🎉

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-17 Apr

#ThisDayInHistory in 1970, the Apollo 13 crew returned home safely. Four days earlier, their spacecraft had suffered an oxygen tank explosion, which prompted mission commander James Lovell to report back to mission control the iconic line, "Houston, we've had a problem." Lovell was a Navy veteran, while his crewmates John Swigert Jr. and Fred Haise both served in the Air Force. 🚀🇺🇸

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-16 Apr

Airman 1st Class Jacob Jubin with the 375th Communications Squadron used to play semi-professional soccer before enlisting. Read his story about how the base soccer team, Scott Football Club, helped spark his childhood love of the game! bit.ly/2PeVihg (Article by Airman 1st Class Miranda Simpson)

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-16 Apr

#CaptionThis

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-15 Apr

Some #MondayMotivation from Chief Wright!

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-15 Apr

“The band has the unique opportunity to go out into the community and tell them what the Air Force is doing here and around the world every day to protect their freedom.” - TSgt Mike Correa, NCO in charge of the Starlifter band USAF Band of Mid-America's rock band Starlifter just travelled to Detroit, where they got to spend time with over 1,000 elementary school students! Not only did the kids learn about the Air Force's mission, but they also got the chance to get up and moving during the school day as they sang and danced along to the performances. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Daniel Garcia) Air Mobility Command Thirkell Elementary School Wayne County Community College

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-12 Apr

This week's volunteer victim advocate for Sexual Assault Prevention and Respnse Month is Staff Sgt. Brittany Heck with the 375th Medical Support Squadron! “Advocacy is something I knew I wanted to do as soon as I heard about the SAPR program. I started off as a squadron unit representative to get familiar with the SAPR program. Mental health is a passion of mine though, so knowing that I can be there to support victims in a time when they need support is something that I find most fulfilling. I’m happy to be a part of a program that can offer the services necessary to take care of victims who need help.”

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-12 Apr

We have some exciting news for Team Scott on this beautiful Friday 😄 Save the date! The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will be coming to Scott next year for an air show May 30-31, 2020! ✈️ See our website for more information about the 2020 Air Show! www.scott.af.mil/airshow2017/ We'll be posting more updates as they come! Who's excited??

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-12 Apr

“I do Muay Thai three times a week, and I do Jiu-Jitsu twice a week. I’ve been doing it since August 2018, so not too long. Going there is definitely a release. Just last week, we had a patient who wasn’t so happy with us, and the negativity of that person came onto us. Then I got to go to the gym, and it’s definitely a mind-clearing exercise. You don’t have to actually go and hurt a person; you can go and kick a pad. It’s taught me to not underestimate people from what you see. We have smaller people who can take you down with no problem, and you wouldn’t be able to tell from just looking at them. I feel like more people should do it and not look at it as a brainless activity. People think, ‘Oh, you only do it to hurt people.’ A lot of people either do it for exercise or to keep themselves from being hurt if that situation happens. So that’s one of the biggest things I feel people should do, is to not look at it as a weapon but as something to help you find peace within yourself.” -Senior Airman Darrion Glasco, 375th Medical Support Squadron radiology technician #HumansOfScottAFB 📸: SrA Tara Stetler

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-11 Apr

Congratulations, Mary James! 🎉🎉

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-11 Apr

The Easter Bunny 🐰💐 is taking a break from his Easter preparations to visit the Base Exchange April 13 and 14 for pictures with your little ones! Photos are $10 and proceeds go toward the 2019 Scott AFB Air Force Ball!!!

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-10 Apr

Happy #NationalSiblingsDay to our sister branches! Let's see your favorite sibling photos in the comments 😄 (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shane A. Cuomo)

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-09 Apr

Did you make it to the Scott AFB Outdoor Recreation open house last weekend? The USO, Scott AFB 375th Medical Group, and Missouri State Park Service were out letting Airman know about the programs and activities around the area 🎣🚵‍♂️ If you missed it, head over to Outdoor Rec to find your next outdoor adventure!🌳☀️ (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isaiah Gonzalez)

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-09 Apr

#CaptionThis

U.S. Air Force
ScottAirForceBase-08 Apr

What a great game! Thank you to the St. Louis Cardinals for recognizing our service members with your annual Military Appreciation Game. And congrats on the win!

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-18 Sep

RT @375AMWCC: While our Airmen are rubbing shoulders with @usairforce top leaders at #AFA, we also are taking a moment to raise a glass to…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-16 Aug

RT @US_TRANSCOM: @ScottAFB aeromedical Airmen use skills to respond to emergency on a commercial flight https://t.co/O1WMaMrmua

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-16 Aug

RT @BvilleILChamber: Welcome to our 19 newest Leadership Belleville members! This morning was our Kick-off Breakfast for our 21st class. Th…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-15 Aug

RT @AFW2: #DYK: The 375th AMW at @ScottAFB maintains responsibility for the 375th Aeromedical Evacuation Training Squadron at Wright Patte…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-02 Aug

RT @cmsaf18: Every leader of Airmen, supervisor, command team, friend and family member are looking for ways to keep our teammates from tak…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-24 Jul

RT @375AMWCC: From the age of 3, I have always wanted to fly, and to accomplish that dream took persistence and dedication. I love flying a…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-04 Jul

Thank you Belle Scott Committee and Belleville Mayor Mark Eckert who treated dorm residents to pizza and cookies, t… https://t.co/JRRt39hpDE

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-25 Jun

Congratulations to Col. J. Scot Heathman, new 375th Air Mobility Wing Commander! A warm welcome to Mary and Josh as… https://t.co/oGL3RGENaQ

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-14 Jun

Happy Birthday to our sister branch! https://t.co/77TZVPkShw

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-14 Jun

RT @DeptofDefense: Today is #FlagDay, a day proclaimed in 1916 by President Woodrow Wilson to commemorate the adoption of the U.S. flag. 🇺🇸…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-13 Jun

ICYMI: Our dining facility—once opened to only our junior enlisted members—is now open to all DOD ID card holders a… https://t.co/pqw8q7BgvS

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-10 May

RT @375AMWCC: Brandy balances everything—our family, teaching in a local school, and advising various agencies around the installation. I c…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-26 Apr

Thumbs up for these Airmen performing the mission in #MOPP gear! https://t.co/RDd5rj4kAn

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-23 Apr

Wow, look at that view! Thanks for sharing, @corey_miller5! https://t.co/8crFUKQ4fD

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-23 Apr

RT @TimRunsHisMouth: Best layover ever: While waiting on my flight in St. Louis, an Honor Flight with Veterans from WW2 and Korea pulled in…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-23 Apr

RT @AFCareers: AF releases updated uniform guidance for OCPs and Two-piece Flight Duty Uniform https://t.co/EDW5kTlYjO https://t.co/Z89W6Li…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-17 Apr

RT @usairforce: The #USAF knows it's a family affair, and says thank you to all #MilKids for being our junior heroes. #MonthoftheMilitaryCh…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-17 Apr

RT @MoHumanities: Our Veterans Storytelling Workshop is on April 28th at @SoldiersStLouis @ 11AM in @downtownstlouis! Every veteran has a s…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-05 Apr

RT @375AMWCC: I want our Gold Star spouses and families to know that they will always be part of our military community and family. You are…

U.S. Air Force
@ScottAFB-19 Mar

RT @375AMWCC: Today Chief Calloway and I got a chance to meet with commanders from military installations across Illinois, including @IL_Na…

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