July 6, 2020 NPC completes first operational patient movement The NPC is the latest isolated containment chamber developed to transport individuals with infectious diseases, like the novel coronavirus. This operation brings the total number of patients retrieved by the mobility Air Force using an isolation containment chamber to more than 100 across 18
July 5, 2020 Team Charleston flies in Salute from the Shore Citizen Airmen from Team Charleston at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, flew a C-17 Globemaster III down the coast of South Carolina, starting around Cherry Grove and ending off the coast of Beaufort, July 4, 2020, as part of the 11th annual Salute from the Shore. The flight was dedicated to
July 2, 2020 AFCEC leads hurricane season preparedness With a projected record-setting hurricane season in the making, the Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Readiness Directorate is once again urging the Air Force community to “be ready” for natural disasters. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts the 2020 Atlantic hurricane
July 2, 2020 Goldfein describes the future of the Air Force During the hour-long virtual appearance, the Air Force’s highest-ranking officer explained that the service has made progress toward high-priority goals that include all-domain, joint operations and adapting to meeting threats from near-peer powers.
July 1, 2020 F-16 crashes at Shaw AFB One pilot was killed when their F-16CM Fighting Falcon crashed at approximately 11:30 p.m., June 30, at Shaw Air Force Base.The name of the pilot is being withheld until 24 hours after next of kin notification.The aircraft, assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing, was on a routine training mission at the
June 29, 2020 EOD sharpens skills, maintains proficiency during COVID The 315th Civil Engineer Flight’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal team here held a live-explosives demolition training June 27, 2020, at the EOD range near the Naval Weapons Station Charleston.To maintain mission readiness and the ability to answer the call when needed, the 315 CEF Reservists battle
June 29, 2020 Air Force Chief of Staff visits AFRC Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein visited AFRC Headquarters to tour the new facilities and recognize two Airmen for their efforts during COVID-19 during his base visit to Robins Air Force Base, Gerogia on June 24.
June 25, 2020 Tricare Selected Reserve termination explained For Airmen enrolled in Tricare Reserve Select, there has been a change over the last 60 days on Tricare coverage payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the ability to request reinstatement if needed due to miscommunication of policy guidelines.
June 25, 2020 Leadership creates safe space for honest conversation Over the last days, weeks, months and years, its undeniable that racial tensions have heightened, in part fueled by national events and media coverage. To bring everyone together and create a moment for members to express their thoughts, HQ ARPC Command Chief, Chief Master Sgt. Billie Baber, and HQ
June 24, 2020 Air Force awards contract for improved Female Body Armor Finding uniform items and gear optimized for female Airmen is an Air Force Chief of Staff initiative.