News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

Aug. 15, 2024
AFWERX cultivates innovation experts through fellowship program

AFWERX, the Air Force's innovation arm, offers a four-month Traditional Fellowship program for engineers and technical professionals, focusing on cross-training and problem-solving, with applications open until Aug. 16, 2024
Aug. 14, 2024
314th AW Airman acts without hesitation in critical collision response

For Staff Sgt. Erik Hill, 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief air propulsion maintenance, a routine drive home quickly turned into a moment of crisis that would test his training and fortitude.
Aug. 14, 2024
Team Little Rock demonstrates tactical airlift necessity, concludes Bamboo Eagle 24-3

The 19th Airlift Wing sent four C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to Bamboo Eagle and played an auxiliary role in the exercise, providing operational support that showcased the necessity for tactical airlift and how it contributes to keeping the strategic advantage in the Indo-Pacific theater.
Aug. 13, 2024
19 AW commander throws first pitch, engages with community

Col. Denny Davies, 19th Airlift Wing commander, threw the ceremonial first pitch during an Arkansas Travelers game at Dickey-Stephen’s Park, North Little Rock, Arkansas, Aug. 11, 2024. Arkansas Travelers Sunday home games are intended to honor and recognize the service of military personnel and to
Aug. 13, 2024
19th SFS completes month-long, locally developed ACE training

The 19th Security Forces Squadron is continuing to equip defenders with foundational skills and knowledge using a locally developed 30-day training program focused on Agile Combat Employment and enhancing leadership qualities for Mission Ready Airmen.
Aug. 12, 2024
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Staff Sgt. Justin Bell

Staff Sgt. Justin Bell, 19th Contracting Squadron contracting officer, is selected as Combat Airlifter of the Week Aug. 12, 2024.
Aug. 9, 2024
Bamboo Eagle 24-3: Black Knights undertake critical role, support tactical airlift

Along with approximately 3,000 U.S. service members across four military branches are expected to fly, maintain and support more than 150 aircraft from 24 units in more than 10 locations, Team Little Rock provided supported Exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-3, an Air Combat Command directed exercise.
Aug. 8, 2024
CSAF, CMSAF take flight with Team Little Rock during Bamboo Eagle 24-3

Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi took flight with Team Little Rock during Exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-3 travelling to various exercise locations with the 61st Airlift Squadron, demonstrating the diverse capability and vital role of
Aug. 7, 2024
Team Little Rock delivers 'TacAir Anywhere' to Bamboo Eagle 24-3

Team Little Rock provided four C-130J Super Hercules aircraft for Exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-3, highlighting collaboration efforts with Air Combat Command entities across the southwestern U.S. The exercise provides Mobility Air Forces the opportunity to demonstrate the combination of speed, range,
Aug. 5, 2024
19 AW command chief retires after over 22 years of service

Chief Master Sgt. Nicolas Tonino, the command chief of the 19th Airlift Wing, celebrated over 22 years of service in the U.S. Air Force during his retirement ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, on Aug. 2, 2024.Tonino assumed the role of command chief for the 19th AW in June 2022,