April 28, 2020 Perseverance pays off A former MQ-9 sensor operator who commissioned and became an MQ-9 pilot, understands the value in asking for help. The process to become a commissioned officer for the Air Force was a long and challenging process for 1st Lt. Shack, 6th Attack Squadron MQ-9 Reaper instructor pilot, but he persevered
April 27, 2020 Electrical power production keeping Holloman powered With a mirage looming and mountains peeking through the landscape in the distance, Airmen soak up beaming rays of light while droplets of sweat and oil bead on their skin as they tighten the nuts and bolts of an aircraft safety barrier.The 49th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical power production
April 24, 2020 Holloman 3-D printing enthusiasts produce comfort, safety care items Two Holloman Airmen turn their 3-D printing hobby into a beneficial pastime by creating items for essential personnel across the nation, which began in March 2020.
April 18, 2020 Paving the line for future Holloman operations The 49th Civil Engineer Squadron Pavements and Construction Equipment shop is vital to the 49th Wing mission. The Airmen are responsible for operating a maintaining heavy equipment, as well as repair and maintain the flightline, roads, and fencing across base.
April 17, 2020 Airmen of the night When the sun has set and any bright color remaining in the southern New Mexico sky has left, few people stay awake.While the streets are practically empty, there are a select few Airmen awake and turning the gears of the 49th Wing mission. This series will highlights the individuals who regularly
April 17, 2020 54th OSS AFE flight provides masks for Airmen For Aircrew Flight Equipment Airmen, safety and precautionary measures are critical. On a daily basis, these team members pack parachutes, oxygen masks and prepare gear for pilots to ensure they have the proper equipment for flight. But now they are using their skills to provide additional
April 16, 2020 Special Leave Accrual for Service Members Today, Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness Matthew Donovan signed a department-wide authorization for service members to accrue and retain an additional leave balance of up to 120 days. The department's actions to stem the spread of COVID-19 has significantly limited the ability
April 13, 2020 BEAR Base lends a paw to JBSA camp A low growl fills the air and drifts across the stony ground, like a momma bear defending her cub at the mouth of her cave. But, these growls are the low rumble of a long row of heavy trucks on the loading ramp at Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Base, waiting to be loaded with important
April 10, 2020 One team; one fight Holloman First Sergeants and Chapel members carry snack bags with resources sheets around the dorms on Holloman Air Force Base, N.M. April 10, 2020. The goal of the visit was to provide quarantined Airmen with resources such as snacks and contact information in order to help them during their