• The KC-135: 60 years of excellence

    For 60 years, the KC-135 Stratotanker has executed rapid global mobility through unmatched aerial refueling and airlift support worldwide. Throughout the many major events the Air Force has been a part of, this aircraft continues to stand the test of time.

  • Zika: What you need to know

    Governor Rick Scott announced on August 1, 2016 that the Florida Department of Health (DOH) has identified 10 additional people in Miami, Florida with the Zika virus who likely contracted it locally through a mosquito bite. That is in addition to the four people identified on July 29, bringing the

  • 6th Mission Support Group changes command

    Col. April Vogel, commander of the 6th Air Mobility Wing, passes the 6th Mission Support Group (MSG) guidon to the incoming group commander, Col. Patrick Miller during a change of command ceremony at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., August 1, 2016. The ceremony marks the beginning of Miller’s tenure as

  • Critical Days of Summer: MacDill dives into water safety awareness

    In a state surrounded by water on three sides, water based activities are both popular and abundant. While many of these activities, such as swimming and kayaking, are popular ways to relax and keep cool during the summer, safety must be the top priority for service members and their families.

  • Airman, athlete, competitor: MacDill Airman competes in ultramarathons

    Inspiration for the modern marathon, a 26.2-mile race, stems from military origins. Legend tells of a Greek soldier who ran from Marathon to Athens to deliver news of the defeated Persian Army. More than two millennia later, one Airman at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, is writing his own story.

  • Sky is the limit for new Airmen

    Mission complete! First Term Airman Course (FTAC) graduates took flight on a KC-135 Stratotanker, July 18, 2016 from MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. as part of an effort to showcase the aerial refueling mission to first-term Airmen. Airmen from many different career fields were given the opportunity

  • Airman prepares for deployment through Desert Defender training

    Before deploying to their area of responsibility, military personnel must be trained to ensure they are mission capable and fully equipped to fulfill their duties as well as handle any situations that may arise. One particular Airman recently participated in training known as Desert Defender at Fort

  • MacDill holds 9th annual singing competition

    Eighteen contestants from across MacDill took to the stage July 20 to showcase their vocal talent in hopes of winning the 2016 “MacDill Icon” singing competition. Contestants were judged on overall singing ability and showmanship as they performed pre-selected songs in front of an audience of nearly