Commentaries

JBER Airman meets senior Joint, Air Force leadership
October 15, 2015 — Washington, D.C., our nation's capital; a place where our nation's top leaders, civilian and military, make decisions that impact Airmen, Airmen who are the essential building blocks of the world's greatest Air Force.These Air Force leaders sacrifice so much more than we realize unless we experience those sacrifices first hand. Every day, men and... MORE

Failure can be a learning opportunity - if leaders help
July 9, 2015 — It was a very early morning during the spring of 1993 at Hahn Air Base, Germany.There was a loud knock on my dorm room door. I shot out of bed still in a sleepy stupor to answer it, not knowing who was going to be on the other side.Then my heart dropped into my stomach as I stared into the disappointed eyes of my squadron superintendent, Senior... MORE

Rapid Raptor moves JBER F-22s closer to the fight
May 15, 2014 — The Rapid Raptor capability measured in the past three Polar Force exercises enables F-22 Raptors to arrive on scene with a single C-17 Globemaster III and their maintenance and munitions crews to load weapons onto aircraft, bringing them to combat ready status - ready to move, refuel and rearm - in 72 hours or less.The point is not that the jets... MORE

‘Sexual assault prevention is our job 24/7’
April 11, 2014 — Each April, the Air Force observes Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month to increase awareness of this unacceptable crime, which threatens to erode trust in our Service, and without question, degrades mission effectiveness. As we go about our mission of providing air dominance and global mobility in the 3rd Wing, sexual assault prevention... MORE

Creating a culture of excellence
March 14, 2014 — Culture is the most important indicator for success or failure in any organization. It's no accident Apple's innovative culture of excellence is as distinctive as their products are revolutionary. Apple's culture is evident in every aspect of the company - it drives their success. You've seen the impact of culture firsthand. Think of the last... MORE

Tips for winter survival
January 28, 2014 — Winter is here, and you never know when something bad could happen. Whether you're driving in your car, out backcountry skiing or enjoying a day of snowshoeing, you should always be prepared for the worst. One small mistake could turn your delightful day in Alaska into a survival situation in no time. Having the proper winter survival gear for your... MORE

Responsible airfield driving vital to mission success, safety
December 11, 2013 — Controlled Movement Area violations are a growing problem for both the Air Force and the Federal Aviation Administration. JBER-Elmendorf Airfield's CMA is defined as the runways and overruns to include an area no less than 100 feet extending out from each side of them. Personnel and vehicles operating in the CMA are required to have a current Air... MORE

War Day integrates Alaska air operations
September 17, 2013 — As the summer draws to a close, the 3rd Operations Support Squadron is wrapping up airfield construction projects, compiling end-of-year training and flying hour data, and preparing for exciting upcoming events.Friday, Sept. 20, the 3rd Wing at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson will execute War Day, a large-force exercise integrating units based... MORE

Be an engaged Wingman, help prevent sexual assault
November 20, 2012 — 3rd Wing Arctic Warriors each of you plays an important role in executing the 3rd Wing mission. We wouldn't be the outstanding team we are today without your hard work and selfless dedication to mission accomplishment.Whether you call fellow Airmen "Wingmen," "Battle Buddies," or "fellow warriors," our charge is to take care of each other. I expect... MORE

Earning Community College of the Air Force degree pays dividends
December 28, 2011 — From the moment we are born until the day that we pass away, we are constantly learning. Starting slow, first our "A-B-C's" and "1-2-3's" then Chemistry, Algebra, and parenting; our lives are consistently marked by things that we learn to do.However, the greatest thing about learning is the simple fact that doing so is a benefit; we all profit from... MORE