News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

Aug. 5, 2024
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Tech. Sgt. Aaron Craton

Tech. Sgt. Aaron Craton, 19th Airlift Wing Staff Agencies wing operations security manager, is selected as Combat Airlifter of the Week Aug. 5, 2024.
Aug. 2, 2024
From immigrant to Air Force Officer: Airman’s journey to home, belonging

When Staff Sgt. Tingting Han restarted her entire life as an adult, she searched desperately for inclusion and acceptance, but conquering challenging circumstances has been a common theme on her journey to find belonging.
Aug. 2, 2024
Team Little Rock Hydraulics Back Shop saves Air Force millions

The 19th Maintenance Group hydraulics back shop at Little Rock Air Force Base is saving the Air Force millions annually by repairing all C-130J Super Hercules carbon brakes across the Mobility Enterprise. In 2008, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force approved the implementation of Repair Network
Aug. 1, 2024
Travis delivers humanitarian aid to Central America 

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 21st Airlift Squadron delivered humanitarian aid cargo to Central America in support of the Denton Program, July 29.    
Aug. 1, 2024
HERKWERX Innovation Lab tests prototype cargo loader

The 19th Airlift Wing HERKWERX Innovation Lab conducted operational testing on a compact, transportable cargo loader prototype at Little Rock Air Force Base Arkansas, July 29-31, 2024.
July 31, 2024
Local leaders tour Little Rock AFB

Leadership from the 19th Airlift Wing met with local Arkansas mayors and elected officials from across Central Arkansas at Little Rock Air Force Base, July 30, 2024.
July 29, 2024
19 CS Airman selected for first Warrant Officer Training School class

The Air Force announced today the first cohort of 78 Total Force Airmen to attend the new Warrant Officer Training School.
July 29, 2024
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Staff Sgt. Michael Johnson

Staff Sgt. Michael Johnson, 373rd Training Squadron Detachment 304 instructor, is selected as Combat Airlifter of the Week July 29, 2024.
July 29, 2024
AFIMSC comptroller app gives time back to Airmen, Guardians

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s Financial Management Directorate has a new app that’s saving comptroller customers time and eliminating the frustration of sitting in waiting areas for appointments.
July 25, 2024
Sun sets over Home of Herk Nation

The sun sets at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, June 5, 2024. LRAFB holds the nickname “Home of Herk Nation” due to its significant role in the training and operation of the C-130 Hercules aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Saisha Cornett)