Competing of the minds: Air Force Spark Tank 2020 open for submissions

A respirator with a built-in two-way communication system. A semi-truck trailer that can reduce aircraft deployment from 72 hours to five hours. A chemical agent detection device that runs on renewable energy.  

CMSAF Wright visit's the 459th

Knowing Hurricane Safety

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. --  Hurricane season is right around the corner occurring June 1 - November 30. Staying prepared and having a plan for the season is pertinent to surviving a potential disaster.During the 2019 Hurricane Awareness Tour, different organizations shared incites on how to

Washington Redskins visit JBA

The Washington Redskins participated in the sixth annual preseason walkthrough on JBA, Aug. 14, 2019.

459th Airman works to ensure finance office runs smoothly

JOIINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. - The 459th Air Refueling Wing Financial Management Office is managed day-to-day by civilians who work hard to ensure your travel vouchers, annual tour and Unit Training Assembly pay are processed. When it comes to handling basic pay, Senior Airman Marcus Sylvester is your

459th prepares to “stand down” for suicide awareness

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, MD. – As of this month, the Air Force has lost 79 Airmen to suicide, 11 of those Airmen were members of the Reserve. Air Force leaders are asking units to take a day to stand down to bring awareness to the serious issue of suicide in today’s Air Force. This directive comes right

Air Force bowlers capture Armed Forces Bowling Championship titles

Crowder, formerly of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations Judge Advocate General office, now assigned to Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, and McTaggart, of Creech AFB, Nevada, agreed the mixed doubles competition allows for a change of pace from the days of grueling competition, and is a

Distracted Driving caused 3,166 deaths in the U.S.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is working to raise drivers awareness of distracted driving and its potential danger and ultimately reduce the number of accidents it causes.

AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.

Avoid bug bites on vacation with these TRICARE tips

It’s common to see an increase of bugs in the summer months, which can be annoying. But more than that, some bugs, like mosquitoes and ticks, carry harmful diseases.