News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

June 3, 2024
61st AS visits Norway, Sweden

Members of the U.S. Air Force 61st Airlift Squadron visited Norway and Sweden from May 7 to May 18, 2024. The visit served to strengthen ties between the nations’ air forces and to welcome Sweden to NATO.
Jan. 28, 2022
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Staff Sgt. John Hashman

Staff Sgt. John Hashman, 61st Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, is recognized as the Combat Airlifter of the Week, Jan. 31, 2022.
June 12, 2020
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Airman 1st Class Klyde Calalo

This week's Combat Airlifter of the Week is Airman 1st Class Klyde Calalo, 61st Airlift Squadron loadmaster.
May 11, 2020
4/12 initiative culminates in 19th AW deployment

The 61st Airlift Squadron, along with service members from other 19th Airlift Wing units, recently completed the first iteration of a new 4/12 deployment initiative.
May 1, 2020
19th AW legal team ensures safety, readies deployers

The 19th Airlift Wing Office of the Staff Judge Advocate worked with leadership at the 61st Airlift Squadron to provide drive-thru legal assistance for deployers April 30, 2020, in order to continue physical distancing while taking care of Airmen and their families.
Feb. 13, 2020
19th AW tackles first 4/12 capstone

The 61st Airlift Squadron, along with Airmen from the 19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 19th Operations Support Squadron and the 41st Airlift Squadron will integrate with units from Yokota, Kadena and Misawa Air Bases in Japan, and Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea for a full spectrum readiness
Aug. 21, 2019
61st loadmaster wins 2018 Outstanding Career Enlisted Aviator award

A 61st Airlift Squadron loadmaster from Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, was named the 2018 Staff Sgt. Henry E. "Red" Erwin Outstanding Career Enlisted Aviator of the Year.
July 1, 2019
Combat Airlifter of the Week: Airman 1st Class Justin Hilliard

Name and Rank: Airman 1st Class Justin HilliardUnit: 61st Airlift SquadronDuty title: C-130J loadmasterHometown: Ithica, New YorkTime in service: 1 year, 5 monthsTime at Little Rock: 1 yearGoals: Reach the rank of chief and retire at 25 yearsHobbies: Cars and racingAir Force Core Value portrayed: