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  • New program helps Incirlik enlisted leaders understand mission

    Officials at the 39th Air Base Wing initiated an enlisted mission orientation program recently, sponsored by the wing commander and command chief, to ensure newly assigned NCOs and master sergeants understand the components that comprise the overall mission here."Ultimately, what we will have is a

  • Tax center a success near close of tax season

    To date, Aviano Air Base's tax center helped customers file for nearly $2 million worth of returns this year, without costing customers a cent in preparation services. Team Aviano members are reminded that the tax deadline is April 18. "Filing your taxes on time is important because it will help you

  • Pilot identified in Spangdahlem A-10 crash

    An Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II crashed approximately 4 p.m. Central European Time April 1 in a field outside Laufeld, Germany, a town north of the city of Wittlich. The pilot, Lt. Col. Scott Hurrelbrink from the 81st Fighter Squadron at Spangdahlem Air Base, ejected from the aircraft and sustained

  • Third Air Force commander visits Operation Unified Protector Airmen

    Third Air Force Commander Lt. Gen. Frank Gorenc visited here March 31 to meet with Airmen working to support Operation Unified Protector.Unified Protector is a NATO-led mission to operate a no-fly zone over the nation of Libya and provide humanitarian assistance to the Libyan civilian population, in

  • A-10 pilot in good condition

    The pilot of the Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft that crashed near Laufeld, Germany, today is at a local hospital and is reported to be in good condition. He has been in contact with base leadership. His name is being withheld until his family is notified. Additional details will be provided

  • Spangdahlem A-10 crashes

    An Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II crashed about 3:57 p.m. local time today north of the city of Wittlich near Laufeld, Germany. The aircraft from Spangdahlem Air Base was on a local training mission at the time of the accident. A single pilot was on board the aircraft and has been evacuated for

  • Former chief couple continues serving, making impact at Lajes

    Many Airmen know Cynthia Burney at the Airman and Family Readiness Center. But not many know that under her belt of experience as a counselor is the Air Force top enlisted rank.Thirty-three years ago when she joined the Air Force, she knew she was going to get an education, and even aspired to get