• Hearts of our heroes

    “It was a normal day when we got the phone call,” said Tristan Ellis, a Gold Star daughter. “I didn’t understand because I was only 5 years old. I didn’t want to believe I no longer had a daddy.” When a service member joins; they join willing to make sacrifices. A family member’s only choice is to

  • Combat Airlift takes fight to tiniest foes

    All the planning, supplies and humanitarian effort in CombatAirlift is no good if Airmen providing those supplies are sick and not ready for themicro enemy they are constantly at war with.The 19th Medical Operations Squadron Immunization Clinicensures Team Little Rock is ready for any task – home or

  • 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

  • Great Airmen with great responsibilities

    Many Airmen, enlisted and commissioned, enter the Air Force at young ages. Right out of the gate, new troops are trusted with immense responsibilities. These responsibilities, no matter how large or small they may be, play a role in shaping our Airmen’s work ethic. Their work ethic reflects their

  • Little Rock AFB hosts exercise, prepares to sustain combat airlift

    Team Little Rock recently concluded a major accident response inspection March 30, 2017, near Little Rock Air Force Base. The goal of the day-long exercise was to test the host unit’s capabilities of responding to an aircraft mishap. The event was evaluated by the 19th Airlift Wing Inspector

  • Combat Airlifter of the Week: Senior Airman Borden Moody

    Rankand Name: Senior Airman Borden Moody     Unit: 189th Aircraft MaintenanceSquadron  GuardStatus: Technician JobTitle: Sortie Support/ AircraftMechanic Hometown: Cabot, Arkansas Timeon Station: 2 years Timein Service: 6 years 6 monthsFamily: wife Ashley, daughter Paisley and son Chantry Hobbies:

  • New fitness area offers safe workouts for injured Airmen

    There are many benefits to working out: increased energy, improved mood and reduced weight. Service members may have difficulties reaping the benefits if they’re on a medical profile or restricted from performing certain exercises due to injury. In an effort to help Airmen remain mission ready,

  • Health Promotions: take steps to a healthier life

    Taking the steps to a heathier lifestyle can be difficult and leaves many individuals with endless questions, not knowing where to start. What should I eat to help fuel my body? What is considered an effective workout? How do I become the fit and healthy person I know I can be? Health Promotions,

  • Little Rock Airmen first to test C-130J upgrade

    A team of U.S. Air Force Airmen conducted a C-130J training flight on Feb. 3, 2017, unlike any other at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. The flight was the first in the Air Mobility Command conducted on an upgraded C-130J that featured an intricate suite of software and hardware improvements known

  • Dog’s best friend: Defender’s wingman embraces resilience

    His eyes dart back and forth with curiosity as he moves. On his chest, the Security Forces patch on his vest sways as he confidently strides on all fours next to his best friend. Meet Ali, a sable German Shepherd, weighing 70 lbs. His best friend is U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. David Macdonald, 19th