3 Feb 2020

19th FSS nominated for 2020 Hennessy Award

Little Rock Air Force Base’s food service program has been announced as a finalist for the 2020 John L. Hennessy Food Service Excellence Trophy — an annual award presented to the best food service program in the United States Air Force.

3 Feb 2020

314th AMXS employs initial operational capability through support section

The 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron stood up its active-duty support section recently at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas. This was considered a major milestone in its reconstitution plan, to continue transitioning the squadron from civilian contractors to military personnel.

24 Jan 2020

19th AW conducts ATSO Rodeo

The 19th Airlift Wing conducted a radiological aircraft recovery training exercise at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Jan. 23, 2020, as part of new monthly Ability to Survive and Operate (ATSO) exercises in order to maintain full spectrum readiness.

7 Jan 2020

Brig. Gen. Collins visits Team Little Rock

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Roy Collins, U.S. Air Force Security Forces director, and Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection deputy chief of staff, visited Little Rock Air Force Base Dec. 19 through Dec. 20 to get a first-hand look at the 19th Security Forces Squadron's mission capabilities and new innovative programs, as well as speak with Airmen about changes that are coming in the career field.

7 Jan 2020

Combat Airlifter of the Week: Senior Airman Alexis Baker

Name and Rank: Senior Airman Alexis BakerUnit: 913th Aerospace Medicine SquadronDuty title: Aerospace medical technicianHometown: Maumelle, ArkansasTime in service: 2 yearsTime at Little Rock: 2 yearsGoals: She wants to be accepted to nursing schoolHobbies: Outdoor activities, coaching a high school volleyball team and playing with her dogAir Force

6 Jan 2020

LRAFB Honor Guard enhances growth of Airmen

Airmen have many opportunities to further develop in the operational Air Force through special duties — one such duty is the base honor guard.The 19th Force Support Squadron Base Honor Guard teaches Airmen to uphold a deep sense of dignity and respect when paying tribute to the Air Force, Airmen and their families during the many ceremonies they

12 Dec 2019

Taking care of Airmen, Developing leaders

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Austin Brill, 19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aircraft hydraulics craftsman, took on the responsibility of bringing about subtle changes in the squadron that not only boosted individual morale for the Airmen on his shift, but brought them together as a unit and enhanced overall camaraderie.

10 Dec 2019

Combat Airlifter of the Week: Tech. Sgt. Robert W. Smith

Name and Rank: Tech. Sgt. Robert W. SmithUnit: 189th Logistics Readiness SquadronDuty title: Air transportation craftsmanHometown: North Little Rock, ArkansasTime in service: 15 yearsTime at Little Rock: 13 yearsGoals: Obtain the rank of master sergeant and serve as a first sergeantHobbies: Cycling, running, water sports, camping, and being with

10 Dec 2019

Herk Heritage: C-130 Vietnam rescue linked to 19th AMXS Airman

The Vietnam War neared its end when North Vietnamese forces destroyed nearly 100 aircraft on the flight line at Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Vietnam, on April 29, 1975. Only one flyable aircraft remained: A C-130A Hercules with the tail number 56-0518.

5 Dec 2019

Brig. Gen. Gibbs visits Team Little Rock

Brig. Gen. Richard W. Gibbs, Air Mobility Command Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection director, visited Little Rock Air Force Base Dec. 2 through Dec. 4 to get a first-hand look at mission capabilities, new innovative programs and how Team Little Rock is taking care of service members to build a stronger mobility force.