355th FW commander mentors future leaders

Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets from Detachment 020 at the University of Arizona were given some words of wisdom when Col. James Meger, 355th Fighter Wing commander came for a visit.Meger spoke to the cadets about what he believes it takes to become an officer and a leader while

A-10s provide close air support for Green Flag exercise

Members of the 357th Fighter Squadron were given a unique opportunity to participate in Green Flag-West 15-03 during these past two weeks.Green Flag-West 15-03 is a joint close-air support exercise with the U.S. Army taking place at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, Calif."This is a really

Air Force, Army conduct joint service training

U.S. Air Force and Arizona Army National Guard units conducted joint training at a southern Arizona military training range Jan. 20.A-10C Thunderbolt IIs from the 354th Fighter Squadron, based out of D-M, and a UH-60A Black Hawk helicopter from Detachment 1, C Company, 5-159th Air Ambulance, based

Biomedical Sciences Corps 50th Anniversary

The Air Force recognizes the achievements of the men and women who comprise the Biomedical Sciences Corps (BSC) by designating January 26-30, 2015, as BSC Appreciation Week. This year is noteworthy as it marks the 50th Anniversary of the Biomedical Sciences Corps.The BSC's roots date back to 1917,

Free Tax services opens on D-M

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance tax center opened its doors today for Active Duty, National Guard, Reserve and Public Health personnel.There are 35 volunteers at the VITA office to include 27 tax preparers with the ability to conduct 10 appointments at a time."The volunteers here are IRS

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D-M celebrates the Biomedical Science Corps 50th anniversary

The Biomedical Science Corps is preparing to kick off a weeklong celebration for their 50th anniversary.The BSC encompasses 15 Air Force Specialty Codes, ten of which are at D-M to include optometry, physical therapy, clinical phycology, bioenvironmental engineers,biomedical laboratory, pharmacy,

354th Bulldogs improve in-flight sight

A-10C Thunderbolt II pilots of the 354th Fighter Squadron Bulldogs began flying with a new helmet mounted integrated targeting system.The Scorpion Helmet Mounted Cueing System provides pilots with the ability to rapidly cue sensors or weapons and to designate targets with a high degree of accuracy

"Living in the New Normal"

The Military Child Education Coalition, or MCEC, will be hosting Living in the New Normal Institute, Feb. 4-5.LINN-I is a free two-day institute outlining specific community resources, deployment information and practical strategies for encouraging resilience in all children.Some learning outcomes