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  • Airmen, families unwind during DM-50 picnic

    In an unofficial kick-off to the spring season, more than 4,000 Airmen and families ventured to Bama Park for the annual D-M 50 picnic here March 26.Col. John Cherrey, 355th Fighter Wing commander, raved about the festivities via the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base's Facebook page on behalf of all the

  • Chiefs squeak by Eagles, 31-30, in charity softball game

    In a back-and-forth battle that came down to the final inning, the Chiefs eked out a 1-point victory against the Eagles, 31-30, in a charity softball game held at Thunderbolt Field here March 25.More than 250 Airmen and their families came out to show support for either the Chiefs, a team of

  • Restoration of a Jolly Green

    Condemned to spend its remaining days in the arid desert sun subject to cannibalization, an aircraft that once assisted in the rescue of so many finally gets rescued itself, thanks to an old friend.Bound for the Pima Air and Space Museum, a MH-53M Pavelow III Jolly Green helicopter unexpectedly was

  • Airman’s money-saving solution rewarded by IDEA program

    The Innovative Development Employee Awareness program awarded an inventive Airman a $10,000 check here March 17.Airman 1st Class Shawn W. Smith, 755th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron instrument flight control system journeyman, was rewarded for his submission that suggested a change in the

  • MAC holds annual awards luncheon

    The Charles T. Niblett Wingman of the Year and E.D. Jewett awards were presented to Airmen here March 17 at the Mirage Club.The Military Affairs Committee selected the nominees and held an awards luncheon to announce the winners.Tech Sgt. Kyle A. Rojas, 42nd Electronic Combat Squadron EC-130H

  • Avoiding rabies: Stay smart once warm weather starts

    As warmer weather approaches and outdoor activities resume, you will start to see the re-emergence of Tucson wildlife such as skunks, bats, foxes and javelinas. You may be tempted to handle, feed or attract the wildlife, placing yourself at unnecessary risk for exposure to rabies. In 2010, the

  • Tops in Blue visit Tucson

    The Tops in Blue dazzled Tucsonans at the Tucson Convention Center March 20.The Air Force's premier entertainment showcase is an expeditionary unit that provides entertainment for Air Force families at home and abroad. Their mission is to promote community relations and support recruiting efforts

  • D-M unlikely to be affected by radiation

    Desert Lightning Team members should not be alarmed by the reports of radiation levels rising after the recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan. According to the Arizona Radiation Regulation Agency, radiation levels are highly unlikely to rise above normal levels already present in the atmosphere due

  • Maintaining the Mission

    The 355th Maintenance Group serves as the backbone of the Desert Lightning Team. It is comprised of four squadrons; the Component Maintenance Squadron, the Maintenance Operations Squadron, the Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the Equipment Maintenance Squadron. The 355 MXG boasts over 1,900 Airmen

  • D-M lieutenant colonels selected for promotion

    Five lieutenant colonels received notification of their promotions to colonel here March 15.Congratulations to the following Desert Lightning Team members:355th Fighter WingLt. Col. Steven Ramer355th Operations Support SquadronLt. Col. Andra Kniep (also selected to attend senior developmental