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  • Commander bids farewell

    When Maj. Gen. David Eidsaune arrived here in January 2007, he only looked forward. Prior to his arrival, news of a potential move of the 46th Test Wing to Edwards AFB, Calif., caused considerable consternation. Once that plan was off the table, the general could focus on the mission of leading the

  • F-35 to arrive at Eglin

    The Joint Strike Fighter, F-35, is scheduled to arrive here at approximately 11:30 a.m. April 21 for its first visit to the Emerald Coast. Designated AA-1, the aircraft will spend a few days in the local area. Anyone with a valid Department of Defense identification card will have a chance to get up

  • Fire management integral to environment, military mission

    Fire is a feared four letter word. Fire doesn't hold grudges, is not prejudice and destroys everything in its path, but it holds an entirely different meaning for the fire management technicians at Jackson Guard's Natural Resources branch. Evidence of their work can be seen on any given day from the

  • UCI: Rules of Engagement

    While there can be a negative perception about the intent of a unit compliance inspection, the UCI is a good thing. A UCI is a time to showcase how well we operate to higher headquarters and also a time to figure out what we need to improve to take our mission to a higher level. The inspectors will

  • Dangerous rip currents plague area beaches

    The inviting waters of the Emerald Coast can lull many beachgoers into a false sense of security. Just because the waters are clear doesn't mean they are safe. Several beachgoers were pulled from the surf April 10-12, including two who lost their lives. One was an Eglin Airman, who was tossing a

  • Nomad Association builds wing esprit de corps, prepares reunion

    Following with tradition of "once a Nomad, always a Nomad," the 33rd Fighter Wing prepares to celebrate its heritage with a reunion in the local area April 30 to May 2. One way current and former wing members have been able to stay in touch is through the Nomad Association, a non-profit, private

  • Base Education Fair opens opportunities

    Retired Chief Master Sgt. Dan Roby summed up the value of an education this way: "In the end, someone can take away your stripes, take away your pay, but they will never be able to take away your education," said the American Military University education coordinator. The 2009 Eglin Education Fair

  • Demons show off warfighting skills during Turkey Shoot competition

    Just a few weeks prior to deploying to OIF, the 728th Air Control Squadron "Demons" had an opportunity to test their newly honed skills in and Air Combat Command Turkey Shoot 30 Mar - 3 Apr. "It was a unique opportunity to be a part of this competition because for the first time the three stateside

  • Center team works to connect new fighters, bomber

    An airborne networking team here is working to connect low-observable aircraft such as the F-22 Raptor, F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Lightning II and B-2 Spirit with each other, and with the rest of the force. These aircraft rely on a number of technological advantages to defeat adversaries and