• Team MacDill spouses take to the skies

    Twenty-six military spouses took to the skies in a KC-135 Stratotanker for a familiarization flight at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, April 6, 2016.The flight afforded spouses throughout the wing an opportunity to see firsthand how Airman enable the wing's mission by giving them a front row seat

  • MacDill runway construction: minor effect on mission

    The MacDill runway, is scheduled for reconstruction by Danner Construction, October 20, 2016 at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida. This project is crucial for Airmen to safely and effectively support headquarters' taskings.MacDill is home to 16 KC-135 Stratotankers, three C-37 Gulfstreams with both

  • NOTICE: MacDill to flush water system

    On April 5, 2016, the Florida Governmental Utility Authority (FGUA) will begin conducting a water system flush, and temporarily change the disinfection process for the drinking water supply at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida."The FGUA conducts system flushing as part of its prudent utility practice.

  • 6th MDG construction expected through Jan. 2017

    Beginning with a pre-construction meeting in March, the 6th Medical Group (MDG) at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, is slated to undergo construction through January 26, 2017.The stucco on the exterior of the building will be removed and replaced with an Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS).

  • Air Force Assistance Fund kicks off

    Each year the Air Force looks to assist Airmen and their families with unexpected challenges through four charities: The Air Force Aid Society, General and Mrs. Curtis E. Lemay Foundation, Air Force Villages Charitable Foundation and the Air Force Enlisted Village.Together, these programs form what

  • MacDill delivers 'amazing' AirFest 2016 experience

    The colors red, white, and blue flew a little higher, and a lot faster, this weekend at MacDill.That's because America's Ambassadors in Blue, better known as the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, flew their patriotically-colored F-16 Fighting Falcons over crowds of more than 120,000 people at Tampa Bay

  • MacDill kicks-off AirFest with Richard "Dick" Cutshall Memorial Run

    MacDill kicked off the Tampa Bay AirFest 2016 festivities by honoring the base's very first Air Boss. More than 50 members of Team MacDill participated in the annual Richard "Dick" Cutshall AirFest Memorial Run, March 11, 2016, at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida."This event allows us to pay tribute

  • Take the pledge; be in control of your money

    The Airman & Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) partnered with other financial organizations at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, during Military Saves Week, Feb. 22 - 26, 2016, to spread awareness about the importance of financial security."Our office is the focal point for financial education at

  • MacDill Celebrates Retiree Appreciation Day

    Team MacDill celebrated Retiree Appreciation Day on Feb. 11, 2016, with services and events scheduled throughout the day at of MacDill Air Force Base, Florida.Retiree Appreciation Day is about giving back to those who have served and continue to serve the military as volunteers."We are the greatest

  • CMSAF Cody visits MacDill

    Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody spent time with Airmen during his visit to MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 22, 2016.Cody began his visit with an Airmen's Call where more than 400 Airmen had the chance to address their questions and concerns on current Air Force topics, ranging