News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

Nov. 20, 2024
AETC accepting rated prep program applications through Dec. 9

Active-duty Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen interested in becoming rated officers can apply for the Spring 2025 Air Force Rated Preparatory Program through Dec. 9.
Nov. 18, 2024
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Airman 1st Class Ryan Blazek

Airman 1st Class Ryan Blazek is selected as Combat Airlifter of the Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Isabella Ortega)
Nov. 15, 2024
MWD Mirco Retires after 7 years of service

Mirco, 19th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, retired after completing 7 years of service at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Nov. 13, 2024. MWD Mirco completed explosive detection training and patrol training before being assigned to the 19th Security Forces Squadron in 2018.
Nov. 11, 2024
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Staff Sgt. Logan Schmidt

Staff Sgt. Logan Schmidt, 189th Operations Support Squadron airfield management specialist, is selected at Combat Airlifter of the Week Nov. 11, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Aidan Stein)
Nov. 6, 2024
Aim High: Herk Nation empowers local students through inspiring opportunities

Local students visit Little Rock Air Force Base for a tour to learn about being an Airman and the facilities available, Nov. 1, 2024. Aim High events have provided young aspiring recruits with information on what joining military services is about and what comes with putting on the uniform.
Nov. 4, 2024
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Tech. Sgt. Kegan Hall

Tech. Sgt. Kegan Hall, 19th Security Forces Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of training and readiness, is selected as Combat Airlifter of the Week Nov. 4, 2024.
Nov. 1, 2024
Air Force activates 12th Combat Air Base Squadron: A new era of combat readiness

In a significant development for U.S. Air Force operations, the 12th Combat Air Base Squadron (CABS) was officially activated on Oct. 2, at Barksdale Air Force Base. This new squadron is assigned to the 12th Air Task Force (ATF) based at Scott Air Force Base, marking a pivotal shift in the Air
Oct. 31, 2024
Herk Nation rucks for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Members of Team Little Rock participate in a ruck for Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Oct. 25, 2024.
Oct. 28, 2024
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Master Sgt. Anthony Miller

Master Sgt. Anthony Miller, 913th Operations Support Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of weapons and tactics, is selected as Combat Airlifter of the Week Oct. 28, 2024.
Oct. 25, 2024
U.S. Rep. French Hill visits EOD team, recognizes efforts

U.S. Rep. French Hill visited Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Oct. 24, 2024, to present 19th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal members with the Congressional Records related to a recent speech he gave.