A trip around the boom

Crowd pleasing 'in the bag' for Air Force Reserve Pipe Band

Bagpipes are not uncommon in the Cotswold region of the United Kingdom; however, when the sound is coming from a group of American bagpipers and drummers, particularly the United States Air Force Reserve Pipe Band, the atmosphere attracts a little more attention. Advertised as one of the spotlight

Wheels up for aeromedical technicians

During a low-level assault maneuver in Southern Afghanistan, July 20, special operations forces and Army rangers came under small arms and artillery fire from enemy forces. In another incident, an ACH-470 Chinook helicopter loaded with troops and cargo hit ground fire from stinger missiles. The

Synergy strikes twice

Let it ride -- but when it comes to safety ... abide

To unwind and relax, or catch a little speed on the open road, whatever the reason, the motivation is there for people who share a love and passion for motorcycles. "I've ridden my bike from Iowa to California and back -- nothing beats the wind in your face or the gas mileage you get." said Lt. Col.

Reservist saves life of Virginia Tech shooting victim

Capt. Heather Menzies remembered the scene at Carilion New River Valley hospital April 16, 2007 as "organized chaos." A Reservist flight nurse with the 459th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron and clinical team leader with Carilion Patient Transport Company, Captain Menzies said trauma is inherent in

Talking Turkey

Wing members venture to Germany during annual tour

Thirty-one Reservists from the 69th Aerial Port Squadron conducted annual tour here June 2-17 to support their active duty counterparts in the 723rd Aerial Port Squadron. Ramstein Air Base is home to U.S. Air Forces in Europe Headquarters. Five members of the 459th Mission Support Flight supported

Wing members send more goods for Sew Much Comfort

Airmen awarded first Air Force Combat Action Medals