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A Day In The Life

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SrA Taren Chism, 317th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Aircraft Systems Fuels Apprentice, looks out the window of a 317th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules at Dyess Air Force Base (AFB), TX, April 30, 2022.

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18th Air Force Commander Maj Gen Bibb Talks About Readiness, High Standards, and Getting Back to Basics

By MS. CHRISTINE WALSH, STAFF WRITER

Maj Gen Kenneth T. Bibb Jr. is the Commander of the 18th Air Force (AF) headquartered at Scott Air Force Base, IL. The 18th Air Force provides air mobility forces to Air Mobility Command (AMC) and combatant commanders by ensuring the readiness and sustainment of approximately 36,000 active duty, Reserve, and civilian Airmen at 12 wings and one standalone group.

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The ASAP Report That Wasn’t … But Should Have Been … the Sequel

By MR. GORDON GEISSLER, UTRS AFGSC PROGRAM MANAGER

A few years back, a published article entitled “The ASAP Report That Wasn’t … But Should Have Been!” was written by a program manager associated with the Air Combat Command.

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Distractions

By MR. D.J. HERNANDEZ III, AMC FLIGHT SAFETY

What is a distraction? Although definitions vary, generally, a “distraction” can be described as something that diverts full attention away from something else.

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618th Air Operations Center—Recent Support of Humanitarian Operations

By MS. BETTY BARR, STAFF WRITER

Nearly everyone knows the Air Mobility Command’s (AMC) mission is Rapid global mobility … Right effects, right place, right time! But what does achieving this mission look like?

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Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the U.S. Air Force

By MS. TIFFANY L. TOLBERT, STAFF WRITER

The U.S. Air Force has accumulated 75 years of proof that there is no limit to what can be achieved.

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The Legacy of the Berlin Bomber

By MS. LAUREN SCHATZ, STAFF WRITER

The legendary Col Gail S. Halvorsen, better known as the “Berlin Candy Bomber” and “Uncle Wiggly Wings,” passed away this year at age 101. He is survived by his five children, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and the Airmen he inspired.

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Pins and Needles

By MR. STEVE LOPEZ, 62D AIRLIFT WING CHIEF OF WEAPONS SAFETY

Question: Why should the Exercise Team Chief contact the safety office to develop a plan and risk assessment before conducting training and exercise events involving ammunition and explosives (AE)?

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Critical Days of Summer: Out & About … Take Your Risk Management Tool Kit

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Memorial Day weekend starts the AMC’s Critical Days of Summer safety campaign. This campaign spans the entire summer and ends on Labor Day weekend. At this time of year, AMC experiences a rise in off-duty mishaps related to travel and recreational activities.

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Unified Skies: AMC and NATO

By MR. ANDREW HELLERSTEIN, STAFF WRITER

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is a vital force for furthering the United States’ international security goals. As evidenced during world events such as the COVID­19 pandemic, this alliance is more valuable than ever.

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Airmen Aim High: U.S. Air Force Celebrates 75th Anniversary

By MS. KATHY ALWARD, STAFF WRITER

The U.S. Air Force celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, keeping in mind the bravery of American Airmen and the skills required of them to defend the United States in the air, in space, and in cyberspace.

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The 43d Air Mobility Operations Group: Continuously Aiming High

By MS. LAUREN SCHATZ, STAFF WRITER

The 43d Air Mobility Operations Group (AMOG) is a prime example that indicates you can teach an old dog new tricks. The group has shown historical success but does not allow complacency to stifle its preparation for the future fight.

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