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  • Pictured is the Howard family: Col. John Howard and wife, Dana, along with son, Kevin, and their dogs, Lucky and Cali. Their daughter, Emily, is not pictured. (Photo by Karen Petitt)

    Meet the Howards: Service, duty, balance, humor shape character, leadership styles

    SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- For Col. John Howard and his wife, Dana, the adventure of coming to Scott AFB to lead the 375th Air Mobility Wing will be met with how they tackle all things in their life: together, with balance, and with a sense of humor.Since taking command of the wing on July 24, personnel have already begun to see the colonel’s
  • Senior Airman Quincy Jones, 15th Operational Weather Squadron weather forecaster, points to weather patterns on screen at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. (courtesy photo)

    15th OWS tornado predictions alerted Offutt AFB to take action

    SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- An EF-1 tornado tore through Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., on June 16, leaving a path of destruction in its wake that included downed trees and power lines, and several damaged aircraft.Just to the south, another tornado assessed as an EF-2 caused significant damage to several housing areas near the base.The tornadoes
  • Lt. Col. Ray Bowen, Air Mobility Command, retires this year after a career with both the Navy and Air Force.

    Officer’s 40-year career includes AF, Navy service

    SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE -- After almost 40 years of dedicated service to his country in both the Air Force and the Navy, Lt. Col. Ray Bowen, Air Mobility Command technology advancement branch chief, is set to retire later this year.During his time serving, Bowen has been an aircraft weapons systems trainer instructor, commander of Concord Naval
  • An F-16 jet from the Fighter Wing of the Wisconsin Air National Guard participates in an air refueling mission June 3, 2016. The mission was a training sortie focusing on maintain aircrew readiness in conjunction with the 906th Air Refueling Squadron and the 126th Air Refueling Wing. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Daniel Garcia)

    906th Air Refueling Squadron embraces ‘Spartan Spirit’ for AMC’s global mobility mission

    SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- The 906th Air Refueling Squadron at Scott wears many hats.For one, the 906th is an Active Association squadron with the Illinois National Guard’s 126th Air Refueling Wing.In addition, the unit provides global aerial refueling, airlift and aeromedical evacuation capabilities to combatant commanders at a moment’s notice
  • Senior Master Sgt. Leigh Watreas, a 375th Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller checks the runway March 25, 2016, at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. The lives of those in the air heavily depend on Airmen on the ground. Responsible for managing the flow of aircraft through all aspects of their flight, Air Traffic Control specialists ensure the safety and efficiency of air traffic on the ground and in the air. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gwendalyn Smith)

    Air Traffic Controllers keep skies safe for aircraft

    SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- Air Force air traffic controllers have the critical mission of managing and controlling all aircraft operations while maintaining the highest level of safety possible and securing the appropriate separation prescribed by regulations implemented by the Federal Aviation Administration.Because of this mission, ATC is a
  • Members of the 375th Civil Engineer Squadron fire fighters perform an exercise at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. on June 22, 2017. The exercise was part of the unit's Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting's training which tests their ability to arrive on scene, fight fires, and provide a rescue path as well as recover or rescue personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Daniel Garcia)

    Scott AFB ‘Crash Crew’ keeps flight line safe

    SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- While all aspects of firefighting are important, protecting military aircraft and the flight line are key priorities.That is where Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting or “Crash Crews” come in.Crash crews are trained to arrive on scene, fight fires, and provide a rescue path and recover/rescue personnel as the scene
  • "Tora, Tora, Tora," performs the re-creation of the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor during the 100th Centennial Celebration Air Show, June 11, 2017, at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. Tora, Tora, Tora began in 1972, when six replica Japanese aircraft used in the movie of the same name were donated to the CAF. The act debuted at the Galveston Air Show on June 25, 1972 and by 1977, Tora had gained national exposure. In 1991 Tora participated extensively in the 50th anniversary year commemorations of Pearl Harbor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jodi Martinez)

    Tora! Tora! Tora! performance honors heroes, keeping their legacy, sacrifice alive

    Anticipation builds as the narrator asks the audience to close their eyes. Drawing steadily closer, the faint sound of aircraft engines grows louder as eight World War II planes speed by overhead, their passing followed by several loud explosions. Sirens begin to wail as black smoke lingers in the air. “The date is December 7, 1941 and you are
  • Crowds enjoy various performances and static displays during the Scott Airshow and Open House at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., June 10, 2017. The base hosted the air show and open house to celebrate the 100th year of Scott AFB. Over 50 aircraft, ranging from WWI’s Curtiss JN-4 Jenny to the currently utilized KC-135 Stratotanker, came to Scott, the fourth oldest Air Force base. Demonstrations included the Black Daggers, “Tora, Tora, Tora,” and the USAF Thunderbirds. Opened in 1917 and previously named Scott Field, the base has seen its mission evolve and expand to encompass a multitude of priorities, including aeromedical evacuation and communications. Today, Scott is home to 31 mission partners and provides around-the-clock logistics support and rapid global mobility, carried out primarily by U.S. Transportation Command and Air Mobility Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Fowler)

    Awesome crowds, stellar weather highlight ‘showcase’ event

    After almost two years of preparation and a century in the making, Scott Air Force Base celebrated its 100 years of service with the 2017 Centennial Airshow and Open House June 10-11.“I think the air show was not only an exciting way to commemorate 100 years of service at Scott AFB, but also a great opportunity to give something back to the
  • Pictured is Edward “Fred” Fridrich today.

    Fridrich retires after 55-year career

    After 55 years of service, Edward “Fred” Fridrich of the 375th Logistics Readiness Squadron bid farewell to the Air Force and entered retirement June 1.All of his 55 years of service, both on active duty and as a civil servant, have been in the management of supply operations for the Air Force.Fridrich was born in Portland, and he grew up moving to

  • How Howell v. Howell affects military retired pay in divorce decrees

    In a rare 8-0 decision, the Supreme Court recently overturned a ruling by the highest court of Arizona regarding the division of military retirement pay under a divorce decree. Howell v. Howell, decided May 15, held that any waived portion of military retirement pay cannot be treated as divisible community property in the case of divorce (197 L.
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ScottAirForceBase-19 Apr
“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
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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
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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?
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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.
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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.
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ScottAirForceBase-17 Apr
Congrats, Master Sgt. Wick! 🎉🎉
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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. 🚀🇺🇸
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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)
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ScottAirForceBase-15 Apr
Some #MondayMotivation from Chief Wright!
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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
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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.”
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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??
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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
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ScottAirForceBase-11 Apr
Congratulations, Mary James! 🎉🎉
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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!!!
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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)
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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)
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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!
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@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…
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@ScottAFB-16 Aug
RT @US_TRANSCOM: @ScottAFB aeromedical Airmen use skills to respond to emergency on a commercial flight https://t.co/O1WMaMrmua
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@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…
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@ScottAFB-15 Aug
RT @AFW2: #DYK: The 375th AMW at @ScottAFB maintains responsibility for the 375th Aeromedical Evacuation Training Squadron at Wright Patte…
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@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…
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@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…
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@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
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@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
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@ScottAFB-14 Jun
Happy Birthday to our sister branch! https://t.co/77TZVPkShw
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@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. 🇺🇸…
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@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
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@ScottAFB-10 May
RT @375AMWCC: Brandy balances everything—our family, teaching in a local school, and advising various agencies around the installation. I c…
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@ScottAFB-26 Apr
Thumbs up for these Airmen performing the mission in #MOPP gear! https://t.co/RDd5rj4kAn
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@ScottAFB-23 Apr
Wow, look at that view! Thanks for sharing, @corey_miller5! https://t.co/8crFUKQ4fD
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@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…
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@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…
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@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…
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@ScottAFB-17 Apr
RT @MoHumanities: Our Veterans Storytelling Workshop is on April 28th at @SoldiersStLouis @ 11AM in @downtownstlouis! Every veteran has a s…
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@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…
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@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…