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OG hosts Fun in the Sun

Maj. Paul Homan, commander of the 96th Weather Flight, attempts to catch his opponent in the cardboard boat race as part of the 96th Operations Group Fun in the Sun at Post’l Point Oct. 31. Various other events and competitions took place during the outing including volleyball, cornhole toss and tug-of-war. The annual event coincided with the 96th Test Wing’s Wingman Day which focused on strengthening relationships and showing respect and resiliency in the workplace. (U.S. Air Force photo/Sara Vidoni)

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OG hosts Fun in the Sun

Capt. Phillip Fischer, of the Operation Flight Program Combined Test Force, steers his Clifford-themed boat toward the finish line during the cardboard boat race as part of the 96th Operations Group Fun in the Sun at Post’l Point Oct. 31. Various events and competitions took place during the outing including volleyball, cornhole toss, tug-of-war and a cardboard boat race. The annual event coincided with the 96th Test Wing’s Wingman Day which focused on strengthening relationships and showing respect and resiliency in the workplace. (U.S. Air Force photo/Sara Vidoni)

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OG hosts Fun in the Sun

Competitors in the cardboard boat race fervently paddle toward the turn-around point during the 96th Operations Group Fun in the Sun at Post’l Point Oct. 31. Various events and competitions took place during the outing including volleyball, cornhole toss, tug-of-war and a cardboard boat race. The annual event coincided with the 96th Test Wing’s Wingman Day which focused on strengthening relationships and showing respect and resiliency in the workplace. (U.S. Air Force photo/Sara Vidoni)

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OG hosts Fun in the Sun

Cardboard boats from the various 96th Operations Group squadrons line the beach during the OG Fun in the Sun at Post’l Point Oct. 31. Multiple events and competitions took place during the outing including volleyball, cornhole toss, tug-of-war and a cardboard boat race. The annual event coincided with the 96th Test Wing’s Wingman Day which focused on strengthening relationships and showing respect and resiliency in the workplace. (U.S. Air Force photo/Sara Vidoni)

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OG hosts Fun in the Sun

Two Airmen from the 96th Operations Group face off in a cornhole toss tournament during the OG Fun in the Sun at Post’l Point Oct. 31. Various other events and competitions took place during the outing including volleyball, tug-of-war and a cardboard boat race. The annual event coincided with the 96th Test Wing’s Wingman Day which focused on strengthening relationships and showing respect and resiliency in the workplace. (U.S. Air Force photo/Sara Vidoni)

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OG hosts Fun in the Sun

Col. Scott Thompson, the 96th Operations Group commander, goes up for a tip during their volleyball game against the 40th Flight Test Squadron as part of the OG Fun in the Sun at Post’l Point Oct. 31. The 40th FLTS outscored the OG front office staff 25-14. Various events and competitions took place during the outing including volleyball, cornhole toss, tug-of-war and a cardboard boat race. The annual event coincided with the 96th Test Wing’s Wingman Day which focused on strengthening relationships and showing respect and resiliency in the workplace. (U.S. Air Force photo/Sara Vidoni)

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On the way

An Eglin firefighter brings out a stretcher to a wounded victim of a simulated aircraft fire during the mass casualty exercise at the Northwest Florida Regional Airport April 19. The scenario called for emergency units from Eglin, Okaloosa County and the airport to respond to an aircraft on fire containing more than 40 passengers. Response, communication and accountability were among many procedures under evaluation at the exercise. Inside the airport, employees were tested on their response to an influx of friends and family members looking for information about the accident. The Federal Aviation Administration mandates this type of major accident exercise execution every three years. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr.)

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Open up

Daniel Bye, 96th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, uses a hammer to break the windshield out during the car extraction demonstration at Eglin’s base exchange Oct. 8. The firefighters demonstrated how quickly they can open up a car to free a trapped victim of an accident. The demonstration closed out fire prevention week at Eglin. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr.)

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Opening ceremony

Players from the Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team, consisting of service members who have lost limbs in battle, joined with players from the Northwest Florida Armed Services Softball Team, in honoring America during the National Anthem at the Morgan Sports Center in Destin, Fla., Nov. 3rd. The two teams played to raise awareness of the sacrifices and resilience of military members. (U.S. Air Force photo/Randy Gon)

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Opening the door

A firefighter from the 96th Civil Engineer Group pries open a car door during a ‘Jaws of Life’ demonstration at the base exchange Oct. 14 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The demonstration simulated how firefighters rescue victims involved in an automobile crash as part of Fire Prevention Week. (U.S. Air Force photo/Kevin Gaddie)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

Rolls of Operation Hero t-shirts and name tags from the mock deployment roster sit ready for pick up during the event Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases. The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and “immunizations.” After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

Dog tags sit ready for pick up during the Operation Hero event Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases. The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and “immunizations.” After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

Young Airmen check in at the Operation Hero processing line Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show them the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases. The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and “immunizations.” After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

An Eglin dad carries his little girl through the deployment processing line at Operation Hero Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show them the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases. The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and “immunizations.” After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

Staff Sergeant Shane Massie, 96th Security Forces Squadron, helps his son with his dog tag during Operation Hero Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show them the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases. The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and “immunizations.” After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

A little deployer leans into Airman 1st Class Zaskira Cabrera, 96th Force Support Squadron, before physical training during Operation Hero Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show them the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases. The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and “immunizations.” After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

Little deployers line up to wait for orders from Brig. Gen. Dertien, 96th Test Wing commander, during Operation Hero Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show them the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases. The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and “immunizations.” After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

A mom fastens her child's helmet during Operation Hero Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show them the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases. The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and “immunizations.” After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

A 96th Logistics Readiness Support Airman, adjusts a young deployer’s helmet during Operation Hero Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show them the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases. The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and “immunizations.” After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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Operation Hero: mock deployment for 'mil kids'

Master Sgt. Sarah Jolly, 96th Force Support Squadron, ensures the young deployer’s post office is stocked with mailing supplies during Operation Hero Sept. 30 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. More than 470 kids participated in the event set up to show them the process their parents go through before they leave home. They participated in three phases.The first included a deployment line for dog tag issue and 'immunizations.' After a brief from the commander they moved on to Phase Two activities set up by base organizations. The last phase included a welcome home lunch. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)

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