Jan. 10, 2018 JBER Airmen ready when tires hit the tarmac At Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, the Wheel and Tire Shop is responsible for far more than meets the eye.
Jan. 10, 2018 Living with an attitude of gratitude – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 3) “I already got my running blade,” said an enthusiastic Maj. Stephanie Proellochs (PRE’-locks).After only taking her first steps in November, Proellochs, a U.S. Air Force Medical Service Corps (MSC) Officer and recent amputee, was already thinking of how she would be able to run and eventually
Jan. 9, 2018 AFE Airmen maintain pilot safety For every pilot in the air, there are Airmen on the ground ensuring their equipment is well-maintained and operable.
Jan. 5, 2018 Medically ready to be mission ready From periodic health assessments to regular dental exams, every Airman should know the importance of maintaining their Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) at all times.
Jan. 3, 2018 773rd Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen clear the JBER flight line Air Force snow plow operators assigned to the 773rd Civil Engineer Squadron pass a C-5 Galaxy while clearing the flight line during the first heavy snowfall of the year at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Jan. 3, 2018. The civil engineer Airmen work continuously in any climate to keep the
Dec. 28, 2017 Don’t burn yourself out of house and home Carbon monoxide, or CO, is a byproduct of burning fuel like coal, oil, gas and wood. It has the potential to kill if not taken seriously.
Dec. 27, 2017 Winterfest 2017 The Hillberg Ski Area hosts Winterfest, a winter solstice celebration for anyone with base access, with a plethora of events from noon to as late as 8 p.m. at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Dec. 21, 2017.
Dec. 27, 2017 Embracing the uncharted life as an amputee – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 2) Maj. Stephanie Proellochs (PRE’-locks), a recent amputee, gazes up at the rock climbing wall at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s physical therapy center in Bethesda, Maryland. She recalled the time she witnessed a Service member who had lost his arm effortlessly climb his way to the
Dec. 21, 2017 Alaskan Aggressors support PACAF 5th Gen readiness Training never stops, at least not for the 354th Fighter Wing’s 18th Aggressor Squadron. The unit works tirelessly year-round to support continuous combat readiness and enhance U.S. and partner nations’ skills and capabilities.
Dec. 20, 2017 Annual PHA includes new component A significant change was made to the Department of Defense-mandated Periodic Health Assessment directly affecting most non-flying personnel military members beginning August 1, 2017.