• 19th OSS weather flight: forecasting the unpredictable

    The 19th Operations Support Squadron weather flight plays a stellar part in the mission of Little Rock Air Force Base. The team of eight Airmen is responsible for monitoring weather to protect resources and personnel, as well as providing weather support for anything flying in and out of The Rock.

  • Motorcycle course: High speed safety

    According to the Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office, there were more than 1,400 motorcycle crashes in the state in 2011 alone. It is an alarming fact, if you consider that Little Rock Air Force Base has more than 500 registered motorcycle riders. Recently, a unique riders course was held at

  • A Day in the Life of a Pilot

    Since 1955 Airmen stationed at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark., have developed and cultivated a unique history that has carved out a rich heritage in the history books of the U.S. Air Force. Although the base mission has changed over the years, the motivation to achieve air supremacy has not. The

  • Why I became a Victim Advocate for fellow Airmen

    Editor's note: This is the story of one Airman's experience with sexual assault. Be mindful that no two sexual assault stories are the same. If you are anyone you know has been or is currently a victim of any sexual crime, contact the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator or a victim's advocate at

  • 314th AMXS: Keeping aircew safe

    The maintainers of the 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron take pride in the fact that "if it's in the air, maintenance put it there." The Airmen of the 314th AMXS work around the clock to ensure more than 20 aircraft are fit to fly. These maintainers certify all C-130 aircraft are safe, functioning

  • NEWS BRIEFS: 29 Aug 14

    The following are news briefs from the Aug. 29 publication of the Combat Airlifter. Estate claimCol. Patrick J. Rhatigan, 19th Airlift Wing commander, regretfully announces the death of Staff Sgt. Dylan E. Blevins, 19th Logistics Readiness Squadron. Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to

  • Air Force OSI enlists your help

    The Air Force Office of Special Investigations is requesting the eyes and ears of all Air Force members and civilians in support of contingency operations.With rising international tensions and the ever-present threat of terroristic attacks, the Eagle Eyes initiative is more vital than ever. The

  • Little Rock Air Force Base Chiefs' Group awards two Airmen scholarships

    Team Little Rock's very own Chiefs Group awarded $150 scholarships to two Airmen August 19 to assist them in reaching their educational goals. The Chiefs Group, consisting of 34 TLR enlisted leaders, awards the scholarship twice a year to two Airmen.Airman basic through Senior Airman are eligible

  • Marines Train at Little Rock

    Although Little Rock Air Force Base is thought of as only home to Airmen, it also hosts the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training. Approximately 250 students graduate per year at Little Rock AFB because the base hosts C-130J and C-130H model aircraft and is home to all initial C-130 training.