News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

Feb. 10, 2020
AF tradition honored: 19th AMXS reinstates Dedicated Crew Chief program

The 19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron reinstated the Dedicated Crew Chief program Feb. 6, 2020, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas. In a formal induction ceremony, a total of 28 DCCs and 26 Assistant DCCs were appointed to the position and assumed responsibility of their assigned aircraft.
Feb. 3, 2020
AMC deputy commander visits 19th AW

Lt. Gen. Jon Thomas, Air Mobility Command deputy commander, flew with the 61st Airlift Squadron and met with senior leaders from the 19th Airlift Wing.
Feb. 3, 2020
19th FSS nominated for 2020 Hennessy Award

Little Rock Air Force Base’s food service program has been announced as a finalist for the 2020 John L. Hennessy Food Service Excellence Trophy — an annual award presented to the best food service program in the United States Air Force.
Feb. 3, 2020
314th AMXS employs initial operational capability through support section

The 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron stood up its active-duty support section recently at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas. This was considered a major milestone in its reconstitution plan, to continue transitioning the squadron from civilian contractors to military personnel.
Feb. 3, 2020
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Senior Airman Karlie Hopkins

Name and Rank: Senior Airman Karlie HopkinsUnit: 19th Maintenance SquadronDuty title: Custody accounts technicianHometown: Gaylord, MichiganTime in service: 3 yearsTime at Little Rock: 2 months Goals: Finish a Community College of the Air Force degree and a Bachelor of Business degree, and obtain a
Jan. 24, 2020
19th AW conducts ATSO Rodeo

The 19th Airlift Wing conducted a radiological aircraft recovery training exercise at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Jan. 23, 2020, as part of new monthly Ability to Survive and Operate (ATSO) exercises in order to maintain full spectrum readiness.
Jan. 24, 2020
From technical to operational: FTAC aiding Airmen

Before officially being a part of their unit, Airmen are required to go through the First Term Airman Course, better known as FTAC, to transition them into the operational Air Force.
Jan. 24, 2020
Army’s JRTC kicks off GFLR 20-03

Personnel from the 34th Combat Training Squadron and the U.S. Army collaborated with coalition forces from Canada during the joint forcible entry and airborne assault to kick off exercise Green Flag Little Rock 20-03 Jan. 11-21, 2020, at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana
Jan. 24, 2020
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Senior Airman Ashley Sherry

Name and Rank: Senior Airman Ashley SherryUnit: 19th Operations Support SquadronDuty title: Air traffic control journeymanHometown: Wilmington, North CarolinaTime in service: 3 years, 6 monthsTime at Little Rock: 3 yearsGoals: Receive a watch supervisor certification, become a technical training
Jan. 22, 2020
University center supports Airmen, families, community with furthering education

The Jacksonville-Little Rock Air Force Base University Center is committed to making education a priority for anyone in Jacksonville, Arkansas, Little Rock AFB or the surrounding areas in the pursuit of their personal and professional goals.