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  • Staff Sgt. Peter Beyer, 19th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, and Letia Eclavea, University of Maryland University College student, demonstrate a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu grappling technique April 24, 2017, at the Fitness Center on Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu stimulates the mind, body and spirit while creating social bonds which strengthens the four pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Sommer Giron)

    Dueling duo teaches TLR Airmen resilience through martial arts

    “Imagine running around in a storm, not knowing what to door what’s going on,” said Staff Sgt. Peter Beyer, 19th Civil Engineer Squadronfirefighter. “For some people, that’s what starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsutraining might feel like, but if you trust in your instructors and your peers,you’ll soon learn how to take cover from the storm.”Brazilian Jiu
  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jacob Fernholz, 19th Maintenance Squadron Aircraft Metals Technology journeyman, welds an aircraft component April, 11, 2017, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. The metals tech Airmen weld everything from aircraft components to flight line support equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Sommer Giron)

    Forging fleet of tomorrow at 2,000 degrees

    A bright white light flashes from a closed-off room as anAirman torches a piece of metal at more than 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperature of the room is surprisingly cool as the firemolds the metal’s imperfections away.The smell of burning iron fades as the Airman removes hismask, revealing a look of accomplishment and satisfaction that the
  • Liquid oxygen, or LOX, is pressurized oxygen that has been cooled to minus 297 degrees Fahrenheit, turning it into a boiling liquid with a pale blue color. In liquid form, it’s transported more efficiently from holding containers to aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Sommer Giron)

    LOX and loaded: Airmen supply fresh air to fleet

    Breathing is often taken for granted on the ground but foraircrews performing high altitude air drops, it’s vital as air pressuredecreases, leaving them in a potential life or death situation.Thanks to the 19th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuel cryogenicsAirmen, pilots and aircrew can breathe easier as they provide global CombatAirlift.As part of
  • U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jill Tanner, 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, enlisted at 19 years old and has served 20 years in the U.S. Air Force. As a first sergeant, Tanner is the primary liaison between the commander and all matters concerning the enlisted corps of her unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Sommer Giron)

    2 female first sergeants continue progression of women in military

    Since the early 1900s, women have fought for increased opportunitiesand have contributed to a more diverse and talented U.S. Air Force.Women’s History Month celebrates the progress andcontributions made by those women, who paved the way for new generations offemales in the military. U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jill Tanner, 314th Aircraft
  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Phipps, 19th Operations Support Squadron Weather Flight journeyman, uses a laser range finder during a tornado watch Feb. 28, 2017, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. As meteorologists, Airmen monitor weather patterns 24/7 to alert aircrews and base populace of severe weather conditions imminent in the local area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Sommer Giron)

    Whether rain or shine, 19th OSS Weather Flight forecasts mission success

    Dark clouds hover over the 19th Airlift Wing Base Operationsbuilding as if signaling the imminent arrival of bad weather. A storm system highlighted with bright green, red and yellowlight up a radar monitor conveying an ominous message for the 19th OperationsSupport Squadron Weather Flight. Airmen work around the clock to collect and analyze the
  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Allen Arceo, 19th Civil Engineer Squadron pavement and heavy equipment craftsman, uses a lute tool to spread the asphalt evenly Jan. 7, 2017 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. The lute tool corrects any imperfections left behind by the paver and helps form the edges on the pavement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Sommer Giron)

    19 CES “Dirt Boyz” repair Little Rock AFB roads

    Smoke rises from freshly placed asphalt on a newly pavedroad. A large construction vehicle cloaked in black soot sits at the end of theroad signifying the job is almost done. The air is dominated by the smell ofhot tar as Airmen from the 19th Civil Engineer Squadron pavement andconstruction equipment shop work to spread the asphalt evenly. Better
  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Sarah Hubert, 19th Airlift Wing chaplain assistant, provides support for religious observances. Hubert also serves as a neutral representative for service members. Hubert chose her job because she wanted to connect with Airmen and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Grace Nichols)

    Career change helps Airman find niche

    The idea of going from knowing nothing about basic vehicle maintenance to working on a large aircraft might be daunting. For one Airman in particular, this concept was extremely appealing because it tapped into her natural curiosity of how things worked. “I wanted to build things and it seemed really cool that I could build things that flew in
  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brandon Davis, 19th Maintenance Squadron nondestructive inspections journeyman, holds an inspected main landing wheel bolt at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. NDI Airmen find small cracks in aircraft parts by running them through multiple chemical baths and using black lights to illuminate the defects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Sommer Giron)

    Airmen conduct preventative MXS on C-130J fleet

    Chemical tanks, conveyer belts and intricate machines linethe walls of the 19th Maintenance Squadron nondestructive inspections shop. The lights are turned off as one ultraviolet light shines anew spectrum of colors to an NDI technician. Shades of purple, blue and neon-green light up the dark as theAirman searches for what the naked eye can’t see. 
  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Alexander Colon, 19th Logistics Readiness Squadron Vehicle Operations shop operator and dispatcher, issues vehicles and inspects them for defects Jan. 12, 2017, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. The 25 operators and dispatchers oversee and issue government vehicles to DOD personnel for official use, as well as operating the vehicles when necessary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Grace Nichols)

    Vehicle operations keeps mission in gear

    Scattered among the hundreds of vehicles traveling on base daily is a unique fleet of transportation workhorses, maintained by a team of 19th Logistics Readiness Squadron Airmen. The 19th LRS Vehicle Operations shop is comprised of a 25-man team with eight duty sections. The Airmen operate, inspect and maintain a 61-vehicle fleet comprising of
  • Retired Army Col. Henry Ward, 19th Airlift Wing Retirees Activities Office director, served 37 years in the Arkansas Army National Guard from 1955 to 1992. Ward now provides assistance and guidance to all retirees of all services through the RAO. The RAO will host Retiree Appreciation Day at the Walters Community Support Center Oct. 22, 2016. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Kevin Sommer Giron)

    Base honors service, sacrifices of retirees

    “Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere, who bravelybears his country's cause. Honor, also, to the citizen who cares for hisbrother in the field and serves, as he best can, the same cause,” a quote fromPresident Abraham Lincoln.  Today, many veterans have made it their responsibility –long after they have traded in their uniforms for civilian
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