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  • Eglin logistics rolls out new "connected" computer network

    A new network linking up the entire Air Force logistics world rolls out here, August 12.The Expeditionary Combat Support System will revolutionize Air Force logistics and change the way individuals do their jobs, according to William Rouse, ECSS Change Agent Coordinator.The system will replace more

  • 308th Armament Systems Wing becomes directorate

    The 308th Armament Systems Wing was re-designated July 30 as the Air Armament Center's Armament Directorate to comply with Air Force 2008-2010 Strategic Plan and the CSAF's directive to implement guidelines for new personnel strength standards for units across the Air Force. The wing's six

  • 308th Airman scores well at national pistol championships

    A member of the 308th Armament Systems Wing garnered top honors last week at the 2010 Pistol and Rifle Championships at Camp Perry in Port Clinton, Ohio.Col. Mark Hays won the General Twining Trophy for the second consecutive year to lead the Air Force National Pistol Shooting Team. The General

  • First commander for F-35 training squadron takes reigns

    The first commander of the 359th Training Squadron assumed command July 16, as the unit prepares to train maintenance crews on the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. "We, like our 33rd Fighter Wing mission partners, are embarking on a new journey and a mission that must succeed," said Col. Shawn Harrison,

  • 53rd squadron provides 'electronic armor' to global warfighters

    Providing timely, tailored and vigilant electronic Warfare analysis and support down range to joint and coalition warfighters is the mission of the 453rd Electronic Warfare Squadron. To handle such a large undertaking, approximately 170 professionals use complex systems and produce information to

  • AFRL civilian leaves comfort for combat zone

    Recently, a contracting specialist with the Air Force Research Lab returned from a six-month deployment to a strange and different world ... Afghanistan."I like to say I was a fish out of water, but even the fish is still on planet Earth," explained Leah Ransom of her recent tour working with the

  • AAFES can help with merchandise recalls

    With the recent major recalls of cars, toys, and even a popular fast food franchise's promotional glassware, the Army and Air Force Exchange Service wants to ensure their patrons know the recall process for goods sold in exchanges. There are two ways to check recalls specific to exchange operations.

  • Squadron donates time for "pet welfare"

    The men and women of the 53d Computer Systems Squadron spent on of the "dog days of summer" literally with the dogs. The 20 squadron volunteers spent time at the Pet Welfare Kennel on base July 9 "to improve living conditions for over 80 animals who call the Pet Welfare facility home," according to