Jan. 16, 2020 Preparing our warfighters “I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic.”All Airmen must abide by this statement when they join to serve the United States. Staying ready to answer the call is not only an honor, but a requirement.The 49th Logistics Readiness
Dec. 16, 2019 8th Fighter Squadron 19-CBF graduation 11 F-16 Viper student pilots graduated from the 8th Fighter Squadron’s F-16 Basic Course, during a ceremony at Club Holloman, December 14th, 2019, here.The F-16 B-Course is a 37-week long course required for all student pilots. On average, B-Course students log 70 hours of flying time over 59
Dec. 6, 2019 Tough love Young men huddled around a smoldering, crackling fire. Warmth finally reached their operational camouflage patterned gear, tattered and damp from the cold, mountainous terrain of Cloudcroft, New Mexico. Their instructor’s eyes filled with reminiscent thoughts from a distance; those men earned a
Dec. 4, 2019 Diamond Sharp Award December 2019 Every month, a first sergeant has the honor of choosing a deserving Airman to be presented the First Sergeant Council’s Diamond Sharp Award for an outstanding act or continuous outstanding performance.For the month of December, Master Sgt. Giles Dame, 49th SFS first sergeant, is proud to present the
Nov. 25, 2019 Trust me, I'm a doctor Life is very fast paced for an aircrew member in the Air Force. Airmen must work quickly to all do their part in ensuring the mission is a success. These team members may be hesitant to reach out to a doctor at times, in fear of deterring critical operations. Regardless, it is important that Airmen
Nov. 12, 2019 314th Fighter Squadron Class 19-BBH graduation Fourteen F-16 Viper student pilots graduated from the 314th Fighter Squadron’s F-16 Basic Course during a ceremony at Hangar 286, Nov. 9, 2019, here.The F-16 B-Course is a 37-week long course required for all student pilots. On average, B-Course students log 70 hours of flying time over 59 sorties
Oct. 28, 2019 For crying out cloud One of many factors that can often be overlooked is the possibility of weather interfering with plans. From weekend plans like a summer cookout, to large-scale military operations, unforeseen inclement weather can really rain on your parade.The 54th Operations Support Squadron weather flight,
Oct. 11, 2019 2019 Fire Prevention Week HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. – The 49th Civil Engineer Squadron participated in the annual Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6-12, here. Every year, during the week of October 9th, Fire Prevention Week is observed throughout the United States and Canada. The 49th CES firefighters visited schools, hosted
Oct. 1, 2019 Showcasing technology Holloman Airmen traveled to Roswell,NM to teach middle and high school students about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics career fields.