Oct. 23, 2015 Comabt Airlifter of the Week: Senior Airman Dustin Blakney Senior Airman Blakney, a 19th Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology journeyman, authored a C-130J computerized numeric milling program to manufacture nine core bolt spacers, an asset that is hard to produce and unavailable through supply channels. Furthermore, Blakney facilitated a
Oct. 22, 2015 Non-destructive Inspection Photo Essay The 19th Maintenance Squadron Non-destructive Inspection section is responsible for using scientifically-sound methods to inspect aircraft and aircraft parts for cracks or imperfections. The Airmen assigned to this backshop use a variety of techniques including x-ray, ultrasound and Eddy current
Oct. 22, 2015 Odds overcome: Loadmaster instructor beats breast cancer Growing up knowing there is a hidden danger lurking outside your door is not a comforting thought as a child, teenager or young adult. For Allison Padgett, being aware of the dangers of breast cancer is something she's dealt with since she was a young girl."My
Oct. 16, 2015 Annual CFC underway Team Little Rock's Combined Federal Campaign is underway and continues until Dec. 9. This year's goal is $163,500.According to OPM.gov, the mission of the CFC is to promote and support philanthropy through a program that is employee focused, cost-efficient, and effective in providing all federal
Oct. 14, 2015 Adventure awaits Depending on who you ask, some may say there is nothing to do at Little Rock AFB. Ask Nathan Koppersmith though, and you may be surprised at just how much there is available. He's Outdoor Recreation's new Outdoor Adventure program coordinator, and the list of events and activities he's planning is
Oct. 14, 2015 60th Anniversary: Beginning of an everlasting heritage In 1955, a pocket of Jacksonville was carved out and dedicated to serving our country.For 60 years, that sculpture has become Little Rock Air Force Base. It has sustained its presence by accomplishing a variety of missions, hosting several units and earning awards such as the Air Force Outstanding
Oct. 1, 2015 Foot Golf Senior Airman Nesr Mothana kicks the ball during footgolf Sep. 25, 2015, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. Footgolf has similar rules to normal golf but is played by kicking a ball instead. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephanie Serrano)
Oct. 1, 2015 Civic leaders take to the sky Col. Charles Brown Jr., 19th Airlift Wing commander (left), and Chief Master Sgt. Rhonda Buening, 19th AW command chief (right), stand with a group of 25 civic leaders from the local community Sept. 25, 2015, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. The group flew on a C-130J to
Oct. 1, 2015 Changes to TRICARE prescription benefits TRICARE prescription changes (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Harry Brexel) As of Oct. 1, a new law now requires all TRICARE beneficiaries, except active-duty service members, to get select brand name maintenance drugs through either TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery
Oct. 1, 2015 Combat Airlifter of the Week: Senior Airman Jalen Ellingberg Senior Airman Jalen Ellingberg, a 19th Comptroller Squadron financial management technician, stepped up the bar with all tasks in his office and has helped his fellow Airmen. The Paris, Arkansas, native, accepted the responsibility to lead his section to top performance