• African airmen return to Air University for U.S. Air Forces Africa symposium

    Military officers from the air forces of 16 African countries returned to Air University for the African Airmen Alumni Symposium June 11-13.The symposium, held at Air War College and sponsored by U.S. Air Forces Africa, is geared toward strengthening key partnerships, enhancing regional cooperation,

  • Team Aviano remembers fallen Airman during ceremony

    Hundreds of Airmen, defenders and friends gathered to celebrate the life of a fallen 31st Security Forces Squadron member during a memorial ceremony held today at Aviano Air Base, Italy. Airman 1st Class Dennis A. Felton II died in a vehicle accident near the base June 2, and the service allowed

  • Doors open at AF first collocated sexual assault victim support facility

    A collocated Special Victims' Council and Sexual Assault Response Coordinator office began operations here June 3, marking an Air Force first and the arrival of a revolutionary Air Force pilot program, providing specialized legal assistance to victims of sexual assault throughout the United

  • Gorenc nominated as USAFE-AFAFRICA commander

    Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced June 4 that the president has nominated Lt. Gen. Frank Gorenc for appointment to the rank of general and for assignment as commander, U.S. Air Forces in Europe; commander, U.S. Air Forces Africa; commander, Allied Air Command; and director, Joint Air Power

  • 86th AW welcomes new commander

    Airmen of the 86th Airlift Wing welcomed a new commander during the change of command ceremony here June 10.Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente assumed command from Brig. Gen. C. K. Hyde in the dual bay hangar while Lt. Gen. Craig A. Franklin, 3rd Air Force commander, officiated the ceremony."The Airmen

  • Submerged at Stoney Cove

    Pararescuemen from the 56th Rescue Squadron, conducted training here May 30, 2013. The cove provided a controlled environment allowing them to focus on their curriculum without being disturbed. Before, during and after the dive, the individuals are briefed, run through scenarios, and perform