• It's not just a "female problem"

    It's true: all victims of sexual assault are not female. In fact, according to the DoD Annual Report on Sexual Assault, more than 12 percent of sexual assault victims are male. Underreporting of this crime poses a serious challenge to military readiness. Don't be blinded by stereotypes or stigmas;

  • Pararescuemen train for icy conditions

    Pararescuemen deployed for Icelandic Air Policing are taking advantage of Iceland's unique landscape for some training. Although the Airmen's primary objective is to rescue downed aircrew deployed with the 48th Air Expeditionary Group if needed, the trip provides an opportunity to accomplish

  • US participates in Berlin Trade Show, ILA 2014

    Nine U.S. aircraft were on display here Tuesday at this years Berlin Air and Trade Show, or ILA, to promote strengthened partnerships with NATO and other European nations.The trade show, which is held every two years, represents a unique opportunity for U.S. and military allies to showcase their

  • Multinational training vital to Combined Resolve II

    U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft and Air National Guard personnnel from the 124th Fighter Wing out of Gowen Field, Idaho, returned to Europe May 16, 2014, to support Exercise Combined Resolve II.Air National Guard Airmen piloting the aircraft were from the 124th FW out of Gowen

  • Icelandic Air Policing is adrenaline rush

    Airmen deployed to Keflavik, Iceland, with the 48th Air Expeditionary Group are prepared to execute the NATO mission of protecting Iceland's Airspace at a moments notice. While deployed for Icelandic Air Policing, the group is responsible for intercepting any unidentified or threatening aircraft

  • Not their first rodeo: 423rd SFS conducts bike safety event

    The sound of crunching gravel underneath rubber tires was drowned out by the cheers and shouts of children at RAF Alconbury, United Kingdom, May 14. As the children pedaled their bicycles through a marked course, Airmen from the 423rd Security Forces Squadron provided them with helpful safety tips

  • Show us some summer safety!

    Summer is normally accompanied with warmer weather, outdoor activities and, for kids, no school. As the winter chill thaws and children come out to play, it's crucial to keep safety precautions in mind. "Everybody needs to be wearing a helmet," said Tech. Sgt. Hyrum Lowder, 48th Fighter Wing Safety