• 337 TES demonstrates ability to triple B-1 payload

    The 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron began its first phase of testing March 22 of a Multiple Ejector Rack to a B-1 Bomber here.If fielded, 16-carry modified rotary launchers will increase the number of 500-pound Joint Direct Attack Munitions and Laser Guided JDAMs carried by the B-1 from 15 to 48,

  • 728th supports readiness exercise

    Convoys of trucks rolled out the gates April 1 to begin a 10-day training exercise in two geographically separated locations.The convoys, belonging to the 728th Air Control Squadron, are supporting the squadron's first large-scale field training exercise in more than two years. One of only three

  • Eglin doctor named physician of the year

    Just minutes before convening a weekly faculty meeting at Eglin's hospital in late February, Lt. Col. Patricia Goodemote got a phone call she couldn't put off."The residency administrator came in and said 'I have a call for you,'" she recalled, asking her to take a message. "She said 'no, you have

  • K-9 team's bond critical to mission, long lasting

    The phrase "man's best friend" thoroughly explains the deep, even emotional connection between a dog and its master. This is never more apparent than the bonds formed between Air Force K-9 handlers and their furry companions.New canines arrive to their bases with basic obedience, detection and

  • Eglin K-9 team competes in regional contest

    Sit, stay, fetch and roll over.Rex is WAY past that. He and his handler Staff Sgt. David Aenchbacher, 96th Security Forces Squadron, recently competed in a K-9 competition against the best local and regional handlers at a contest in Fort Walton Beach, Fla.Sergeant Aenchbacher and Rex were the only

  • MTI team recruits leaders for next AF generation

    Eglin Airmen looking for a special duty assignment may find interest in what the Military Training Instructor recruiting team has to say during their visit March 25."I have always made it a priority to seek out and recommend Airmen to apply for special duty as an MTI," said Senior Master Sgt. Darren