• Combat Airlifter of the Week: Senior Airman Jalen Gibbs

    Name and Rank: Senior Airman JalenGibbs          Unit: 19thMedical Support SquadronDuty title: CommanderSupport StaffHometown: Memphis, TennesseeTime in service: 2Years, 5 monthsTime at Little Rock: 2 YearsGoals: Completebachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management before his first enlistment to

  • Little Rock AFB IMSO earns AF level award

    The 714th Training Squadron International Military StudentOffice was recognized as the 2016 U.S. Air Force IMSO Team of the Year in thesmall activities category for their service to more than 100 internationalstudents. “This is the first time the office has won an award likethis,” said Master Sgt.

  • Main Little Rock Air Force Base roads construction begins

    The base undergoes road construction annually to ensure safety and prevent driving hazards. CMSgt Williams Drive and Arnold Drive will be receiving an upgrade throughout the next few months. "We're trying to ensure the flow of traffic remains normal, but be prepared for any delays during

  • USAF, Canadian forces partner for unique training

    The 41st Airlift Squadron loaded up with crews from the 61stAirlift Squadron, the 34th Combat Training Squadron, maintainers and equipment intotwo C-130J’s for a week of training in Edmonton, Canada.The Royal Canadian Air Force, along with the 3rd PrincessPatricia's Canadian Light Infantry, teamed

  • Combat Airlifter of the Week: Staff Sgt. Autumn M. Tucker

    Name and Rank:  Staff Sgt. Autumn M. Tucker Unit:  19th Contracting Squadron Duty title:  Contract Specialist Hometown:  Summerville, Georgia Time in service:  4 years, 6 months Time at Little Rock:  4 years Goals:  Complete bachelor’s degree in Business and commission as an officer in the United

  • Therapists stretch limitations of Airmen

    Flexibility is the key to Combat Airlift in more ways than one. By pushing and pulling Airmen both physically and mentally, Little Rock Air Force Base physical therapy technicians stretch Airmen to a better state of health. Senior Airman Hessen Martinez Cruz, 19th Medical Operations Squadron

  • Mobility Airmen provide structure to C-130 fleet

    As the workhorse of the U.S. Air Force, the C-130 dominatesthe open skies of Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas. However, the fleet sharesairspace with old feathery allies.As spring begins, birds begin to migrate across the country.During the season, the airways are bustling with activity, and the

  • Combat Airlifter of the Week: Tech Sgt. Michael Ford

    Name and Rank: Tech Sgt. Michael Ford Unit: 34th Combat Training Squadron Duty title: Flight chief and loadmaster Hometown: Strasburg, Colorado Time in service: 14 years Time at Little Rock: 8 years Goals: be promoted to Senior Master Sgt. before retirement Hobbies: riding motorcycles Air Force

  • ALS instructor takes advantage of second chance

      “I was one mistake away from being a civilian,” said Staff Sgt. Keith Debose, 19th Force Support Squadron Airman Leadership School instructor. “I had a poor attitude and received paperwork, left and right. Before I even arrived at my first duty station, I was labeled a bad Airman.” Airmen who

  • Staying organized: 5 stress-reducing tips

    Military life can be challenging. From moving every couple of years to adjusting to a new environment, staying organized may seem impossible. Without proper planning, keeping track of daily tasks may become difficult and could result in missing objectives. "Organization is important because it