March 19, 2007 Wing gets Honorary Commanders On Feb. 27th, the wing kicked off the 2007-2008 Honorary Commanders program with three new community leaders filling the coveted roles as community representative to the 315th Airlift Wing. The honorary commanders program is part of the wing's community relations program and is designed to increase
Feb. 28, 2007 AF to get new uniforms Airmen across the force called out for a better fitting, easier to maintain and more distinctive utility uniform for the 21st century. The Air Force's response to the concerns of its Airmen is the ABU, Airman Battle Uniform. The ABU will replace the current woodland pattern Battle Dress Uniform
Feb. 16, 2007 Ordinary people doing the extraordinary The Pacific Express mission is a great example of the Air Force Reserve providing airlift support all over the world. The Pacific Express is a recurring dedicated mission providing global reach through out the Pacific Rim. This mission provides a carrier for opportune cargo and passengers. Air Force
Feb. 8, 2007 41 years of ‘Funk’ In August 1966, Donald Funk joined the U.S. Air Force. He said all he wanted to do was work on airplanes. Now, Senior Master Sergeant Donald Funk, an air reserve technician with the 315th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, must say goodbye to Charleston AFB, where he has spent his entire career. He also
Jan. 30, 2007 New member of the 9-G club Get 1 Now winner's rewards include a leather jacket and a ride in the aircraft of their choice. Senior Airman Dawn Larrieu chose the F-16. "The choice was easy, the F-16 is famous for its awesome maneuverability," said Larrieu. The 93rd Fighter Squadron, Homestead Air Reserve Base, Fla., was chosen
Jan. 25, 2007 From the flightline to center stage "Give me the beat boys, and free my soul. I want to get lost in your rock and roll, and drift away." The 1970s Dobie Gray classic, a literal anthem for Staff Sergeant Jayson Johnston could be heard pumping through the speakers at the Windjammer on the Isle of Palms. The Shreveport, La., native and
Jan. 23, 2007 Best of the best -- Wing annual awards winners announced Senior Airman Jeremy Ward Airman of the Year Staff Sgt. Jeremy Ward, 315th Maintenance Squadron believes that you need to show initiative to progress in your Air Force Reserve career. "Know and apply your strengths and work to improve your weaknesses," said Sergeant Ward, an aerospace maintenance
Jan. 23, 2007 Volunteer proud to serve in Iraq COMMENTARY -- Why am I here, volunteering to take an extended leave from my airline pilot job, in sunny Ali Base, Iraq? Quite simply because there was a help wanted request that came my way, with my qualifications on it and the personnel center indicated they were short of people. So I am here for a