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Commentary: Commander's Log: This Memorial Day a time to reflect on service, sacrifice
Lt. Gen. Janet Wolfenbarger, Air Force Materiel Command Commander
May 23, 2013
      WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — Throughout my Air Force career, I’ve often reflected on what it means to serve. I’m proud of the work we do and the sacrifices we make every day so all Americans can continue to enjoy our many freedoms. However, each Memorial Day I am sharply reminded of just how great the sacrifice is for some. Since the founding of our country, more... Read more


Commentary: Commander's Log: Sexual assault will not be tolerated
Lt. Gen. Janet Wolfenbarger, Air Force Materiel Command Commander
May 23, 2013
WRIGHT PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio —Team AFMC, sexual assault is a crime that violates our Air Force core values and erodes both morale and unit effectiveness. We remain unequivocal in our commitment to prevent incidents of sexual assault, provide victim care where assault has occurred, and hold those who commit such acts accountable. Sexual assault has no place in our Air Force.   The... Read more


Commentary: Risk management helps keep summer safe
May 23, 2013
As the newest member to the 75th ABW Installation Safety Office, it is my hope as the Chief of Safety that all Team Hill members have a safe and zero mishap summer with your loved ones. This article is designed to show how one event in the chain of events can be life changing.   In 2012, the Department of Defense lost several souls during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring... Read more


Commentary: After all options reviewed, decision had to be made
American Forces Press Service
May 16, 2013
WASHINGTON — In a message to the Defense Department workforce, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel on Wednesday explained why he "very reluctantly" decided that a historic budget shortfall necessitates up to 11 unpaid furlough days for most of the department’s civilian employees between July 8 and the Sept. 30 end of the fiscal year. Here is the secretary’s message:   To all Department of Defense... Read more


Commentary: Commander on furlough updates
Lt. Gen. Bruce Litchfield, AFSC commander
May 16, 2013
TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. — I’m coming to you with news on furloughs — news that does not come lightly or without great personal impact to our workforce. The Department of Defense has announced that they will furlough most non-deployed civilians for up to 11 days. The furlough period is scheduled to begin July 8, with one furlough day per week for most personnel. These furloughs will continue... Read more


Commentary: Conserving energy comes with power in numbers
Lt. Gen. Douglas Owens, Air Education and Training Command vice commander
May 9, 2013
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO RANDOLPH, Texas — One of the great things about the American people is their ability to rally and even sacrifice in a crisis. When it comes to energy conservation, there have been several notable periods in American history when the American people willingly incorporated small daily changes into their lives to preserve resources for the greater good. For instance during... Read more


Commentary: Q&A: 419th MDS commander talks healthy living
Tech. Sgt. Richard Gonzales, 419th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
May 2, 2013
  Editor’s note: This article was originally published on the 419th Fighter Wing’s website in January. It was primarily written for readers who are military Reservists, but the overarching messages about living a healthy and balanced lifestyle carry broader messages that apply to Team Hill’s active duty and civilian workforce as well. Col. Laurence Nelson, 419th Medical Squadron commander... Read more


Commentary: Commentary: 75th LRS finds success with change management
By 1st Lt. Marc Bleha, 75th LRS Fuels Flight commander
April 25, 2013
With operational changes, sequestration, realignment of Air Force and major command functions, the only constant factor for the workforce is change. Even if the process or asset is left alone, it will change either through erosion, complacency or other degradation. The 75th Logistics Readiness Squadron’s Fuels Flight has experienced and embraced many changes in the last year and succeeded by... Read more


Commentary: An appeal to our second Term Airmen and beyond
TOM KLOPOTEK, 388th Operations Group commander
April 18, 2013
Our Air Force continues to struggle with “blue-on-blue” tragedies like sexual assault, domestic violence and alcohol related incidents. Senior leaders are constantly seeking ways to connect to the Airmen we are charged to lead and look after and have devised countless creative, but ultimately ineffective, tools to attempt to educate, mentor and prevent... Read more


Commentary: AFSC Commander's Call: Dedication to mission
Lt. Gen. Bruce Litchfield, Air Force Sustainment Center commander
April 18, 2013
TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. — You don’t have to look far to see the results of our hard work. As the news reports of North Korea flexing their muscles hits the stands, the United States has responded with muscles of our own.As the B-52s, B-2s and F-22s fly over South Korea they remind our adversaries of our world-class capabilities. When I see our aircraft flying, I’m reminded it’s because of... Read more