Air Force Link News

A safe unit is a ready unit

Jessie Perkins — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 22:00:00 GMT

The Human Factors Division at the Air Force Safety Center provides survey's to meet the Air Force’s safety mission to safeguard Airmen and Guardians, protect resources and preserve combat capability by addressing the number one cause of Air Force mishaps: human error.

Unanimous Supreme Court ruling boosts Air Force’s effort to combat sexual assault

Charles Pope — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 16:18:00 GMT

In a unanimous ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court has reinstated rape convictions against three men in the Air Force.

403rd Wing weathers record storm season

Senior Airman Kristen Pittman — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT

A historical hurricane season means a packed schedule for the Air Force Reserve’s 403rd Wing and their 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron “Hurricane Hunters.” Throw in a pandemic and four evacuations and this season was one of the busiest for the Reserve Airmen.

Risks for Air Force Riders

Jessie Perkins — Sun, 01 Nov 2020 13:00:00 GMT

Whether in an automobile or on a motorcycle, the Air Force goal is always zero. Awareness of recurring factors that have contributed to past fatalities is one step we can all take in the prevention of losing our most important asset, our people.

Department of the Air Force to conduct focus groups on interpersonal violence

Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 19:20:00 GMT

The focus groups are scheduled to begin the week of Oct. 26 and consist of interpersonal violence survey participants who volunteered to take part in small-group discussions.

Air Force medical entomology supports wide-reaching mission, seeks candidates

Shireen Bedi — Sat, 10 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Operating with Public Health, medical entomologists study various insects, pests and the diseases they carry to determine how they could impact the health of service members.

AFICC increases COVID-19 testing capabilities at 42 medical centers

Steve Warns — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 12:00:00 GMT

The contract, awarded Sept. 30 to BioDefense LLC of Salt Lake City, enables the firm to triple its manufacturing capacity of coronavirus tests and ensures timely delivery of test panels to meet the Air Force demand of 7,000 tests per week.

Air Force lab surpasses 130K COVID-19 tests in 6 months

Gina Marie Giardina — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 15:00:00 GMT

This number equates to about 17% of all samples of COVID-19 that have been tested across the Department of Defense. And as the demand fluctuated and continues, laboratory personnel remain agile.

Intrepid Spirit Center opens at Eglin AFB

Ilka Cole — Sat, 29 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Eglin Air Force Base’s Intrepid Spirit Center, the first on an Air Force base, is a treatment center dedicated to post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, associated pain conditions and psychological injuries in active-duty service members.

Installation commanders are key in privatized housing success

Zoe Schlott and Steve Warns — Thu, 27 Aug 2020 19:00:00 GMT

When Col. Paul Filcek took command of the 72nd Air Base Wing at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma in June 2019, privatized housing was at the top of his priority list.

AFMC releases new PTL Guide

Air Force Materiel Command Public Affairs — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:10:00 GMT

The guide is designed to provide PTLs with basic fitness principles, examples for leading safe and effective exercise sessions and the ability to recognize potentially unsafe exercise programs.

Scott AFB personnel responds to flash floods

Senior Airman Miranda Simpson — Tue, 18 Aug 2020 15:00:00 GMT

An Aug. 12 storm produced approximately 5.5 inches of rain which caused flash floods that closed on- and off-base roads, the C-21 hangar and on- and off-base housing areas.

Staying safe, healthy all summer

Keith Wright — Sun, 16 Aug 2020 12:00:00 GMT

As the summer months wind down, leadership at all levels advocate for the continued health and safety of our Airmen and Space Professionals on and off duty.

MacDill AFB beats the heat with innovation

Airman 1st Class David D. McLoney — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 14:00:00 GMT

Aiming to allow military members to work hard in a more comfortable environment, the Personal Cooling System, or PCS, provided by Florida-based RINI Technologies keeps Airmen at a cool 72-degrees while being compact enough to wear beneath protective gear and clothing.

Air Force recognizes Safe and Sound Week

Susan Merhege — Wed, 05 Aug 2020 18:12:00 GMT

For the third year in a row, the United States Air Force is partnering with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to promote Safe and Sound Week. Taking place Aug. 10-16, this annual event raises awareness for workplace safety and serves as a reminder to find and fix workplace hazards before they become an issue.

Department of the Air Force stands up Task Force to combat interpersonal violence

Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 17:30:00 GMT

Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett appointed Brig. Gen. April Vogel, the director for manpower, personnel, recruiting and services at the National Guard Bureau, to lead the task force, which will support members of the Air Force and Space Force.

Wildland Fire Branch battles fire season despite COVID-19

Courtney Strzelczyk — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 16:18:00 GMT

In an effort to continue its mission, the Wildland Fire program reprioritized its goals for the year and enacted COVID-19 safety protocols for its firefighters to follow.

Air Force Fall Prevention Focus hits home

Susan Merhege — Sat, 18 Jul 2020 12:00:00 GMT

The 2020 Fall Prevention Focus is designed to encourage Airmen and Space Professionals to be vigilant in taking measures to protect themselves against slips, trips, and falls wherever their location.

Water safety remains important during a pandemic

Jessie Perkins — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 14:00:00 GMT

Indeed, last summer was the last of its kind for the foreseeable future however, despite this new normal the risks associated with swimming and being around the water remain the same.

Military Caregiver Month: Hidden heroes

Shannon Hall — Tue, 19 May 2020 21:00:00 GMT

The Caregiver Support and Family Program was founded in 2014 to improve caregiver resiliency by connecting them with other caregivers who can share experiences, provide guidance and ultimately build trust and long-lasting relationships.