HomeNews

  • First F-35A four-ship flies over Eglin

    Increasing capability is becoming routine for the F-35 Lightning II team.The 58th Aircraft Maintenance Unit produced a four-turn-four for the 58th Fighter Squadron flying Jan 31. "The pilots flew four F-35As in the morning and the maintainers performed routine maintenance for airworthiness after

  • December, January Tots In Blue

    Congratulations to the following parents who welcomed their new arrivals while stationed here:It's a boyAdrian Favier, born Dec. 10 to Angel and Xiamara AlverioTavin Joseph, born Dec. 25 to Senior Airman Joseph and Amanda MabryGrant Samuel, born Dec. 27 to Capt. Josh and Jamie SuthoffAustin Davis,

  • Eglin honor guard trains with local sheriff's office

    On Feb.1, six new recruits began their training with Team Eglin's Honor Guard. This new group wasn't Airmen from various base units, but officers with the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office.The officers came together with honor guard Airmen to learn the military techniques used in assorted formal

  • Air Force boats keep waterways safe

    The Gulf Coast is known for its crystal blue waters and seafood, both of which are a means of income for many living in Bay County.Patrolling these waterways and protecting the safety of recreational boater and commercial fisherman, falls on the shoulders of a unique Air Force unit."I have owned a

  • Base reveille and retreat reminder

    Those new to Eglin may not be aware of the military traditions or are curious about the protocol. The expectations behind reveille and retreat are worth revisiting or providing an orientation and introduction to the military lifestyle.The terms "Reveille" and "Retreat" can refer both to the ceremony

  • AFMC promotes American Heart Month in February

    February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease and the importance of heart health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States; approximately one in every three

  • 59th TES gets new data lab

    The 59th Test and Evaluation Squadron is scheduled to open its new data lab facility Feb. 8.The new lab is being built to accommodate the new F-35 Lightning II slated to arrive here this year along with the existing F-22 Raptors.With the F-35 being more advanced than the legacy fleet of F-15 Eagles

  • AF names new weapons program executive officer

    Brig. Gen. Scott Jansson was selected to be Maj. Gen. Kenneth Merchant's successor as the Air Force Program Executive Officer for Weapons, Armament Directorate here, according to a Jan. 10 Air Force senior leader announcement. Jansson is currently the commander of Defense Logistics Agency Aviation,