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  • Month of the Military Child: “Goodbye, hello… goodbye again”

    Many military men and women have to be away from their loved ones for months at a time. The wait to reunite can feel like an eternity. His wife was due to give birth Dec.17, but he would not be able to depart Incirlik until Dec. 10. The issue he had to face was people moving to their next duty

  • 39th SFS remembers MWD Bruno

    INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey -- Losing a pet is an event many might describe as similar to losing a loved one. It may be difficult for some to understand the bond between an animal and owner, but it's not a bond that should be taken lightly. This is a bond that many Military Working Dog (MWD) handlers

  • Incirlik sentries unwavered by COVID-19

    Defenders spend every waking moment standing watch, ready to defend the base at a moment’s notice. The weight of their weapons and gear can be overbearing at times causing physical stress on the body and their constant gaze on the horizon reminds us of their daily sacrifices.They know that if the

  • Masks for the masses: 701st MUNSS spouse makes masks for local community

    As the Department of Defense continues to adapt and safeguard troops, their families, and the nation during the COVID-19 pandemic, service members are accomplishing the mission in a rapidly changing environment. Recently, the DoD issued a policy requiring the wear of cloth face coverings in public

  • "Why"

    Perhaps the most perplexing enigma about the question “why” is this: while it is one of the most asked questions, it is also very often not answered. This is the somber concept Master Sgt. Teve Molioo, along with his former unit, wrestled with one fateful morning.

  • 52d OSS ensures pilot safety, positive outcome after F-16 crash

    “The first moment I knew that everybody had my back was when I pulled the ejection handle,” said Capt. Stuart Wilson, 480th Fighter Squadron pilot, whose aircraft lost partial power during routine training in the fall of 2019.Wilson went home that day to his wife and children because U.S Air Force

  • 52d MXS engine flight revs up morale, wins awards

    Anyone who visits the engine shop here may sense a positive atmosphere and strong work ethic.U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 52nd Maintenance Squadron Propulsion Flight have noteworthy high morale, which is a direct result of a family-oriented environment and strong leadership, enabling them to win

  • Chaplain answers the call to protect

    “I want people to know every relationship might have its difficulties, but this way of interacting with your partner is not normal and it’s not okay,” said Capt. Hans Decker, 501st Combat Support Wing chaplain, working at RAF Croughton, England.