News happening around Little Rock Air Force Base

Feb. 27, 2026
Combat Airlifters of the Month

Airman 1st Class Gabriel Juenk, Airman 1st Class Freda Quijas, Staff Sgt. Robert Crick, and Tech. Sgt. James Odom-Davidson were selected as Combat Airlifters of the Month for February 2026.
Feb. 24, 2026
Wilsbach outlines strategy for confronting adversaries, Air Force success

In his first major address since becoming Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. Ken Wilsbach highlighted readiness and how the service is responding to a complex and ambiguous strategic environment.
Feb. 12, 2026
World Class Athlete Program showcases Air Force excellence ahead of Winter Olympics

As the world prepares for the upcoming Winter Olympic Games, the DAF is spotlighting the Air Force WCAP, a unique initiative that develops elite competitors while strengthening military readiness.
Feb. 5, 2026
EO program shifts with policy changes, continues support for Airmen

The United States Air Force Equal Opportunity (EO) program has undergone changes in recent years as policies and force needs have evolved, but its role as a support resource for Airmen has not gone away.
Feb. 4, 2026
19th CABS demonstrates warrior mindset at Silver Flag

The 19th Combat Air Base Squadron conducted its Combat Support Training Range (CSTR) initiative at the Silver Flag training site at Tyndall Air Force Base, Panama City, Florida, Jan. 17-21, 2026.
Jan. 30, 2026
19th OSS Change of Command

The family of U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. John Fugate, 19th Operations Support Squadron incoming commander, is given a bouquet of roses during the 19th OSS change of command ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Jan. 29, 2026. The flowers served as a way to formally welcome the family of the
Jan. 29, 2026
WAR-C: Building the next generation of instructors

Attending the five-day Warrior Airmen Readiness Center (WAR-C) Instructor Course was more than a professional development opportunity. It was a reminder of how critical preparation, adaptability and communication are to mission success.
Jan. 23, 2026
19th AW reactivates OG and MXG

The 19th Airlift Wing reactivated its 19th Operations Group and 19th Maintenance Group during a ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Jan. 23, 2026.
Jan. 23, 2026
Capt. Eric Clingenpeel named Contracting CGO Of the Year

Capt. Eric Clingenpeel, 19th Contracting Squadron acquisitions flight commander, was recently named the 2025 Air Force Contracting Company Grade Officer of the Year.
Jan. 13, 2026
TLR hosts Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Team Little Rock hosted a lunch and learn in conjunction with National Human Trafficking Prevention Month at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Jan. 8, 2026.