• President Obama Addresses Military Members at MacDill

    In his recent visit to U.S. Central Command, President Barack H. Obama took time to address Team MacDill on Sept. 17.During the address, Obama thanked military and family members for shouldering the responsibilities in dealing with the challenges of our new century."Here at MacDill, you know this as

  • CENTCOM personnel celebrate life of co-worker

    U.S. Central Command personnel gathered to celebrate the life of Michelle R. Hayes during a memorial service Aug. 27. Michelle, born and raised in Tampa, Florida, was a Northrop Grumman employee who provided training services to USCENTCOM's Exercises and Training Directorate. To the personnel of

  • MacDill Aircrew helps keep 'em flying in fight against ISIL

    With 16 KC-135 Stratotankers on its installation, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida and the members of Team MacDill waste no time when answering the call to defend the nation--even when there is little to no notice. As these planes can be seen and heard overhead, one has to wonder where in the world

  • Old plane, new part

    For over 50 years, the KC-135 Stratotanker has been an integral part of the world-wide aerial refueling mission...but from time to time, this aging airframe needs minor touch-ups.Recently, MacDill was selected as a pilot base for a new replacement part called the Improved Nose Wheel Snubber Brake.

  • Gate Construction at MacDill

    We all know driving on the base can be a little hectic, but there is a good reason for that, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida is undergoing gate construction. The construction is being done to allow better traffic flow going on and off base. "There are several projects that will be taking place

  • MacDill's Exchange welcomes CareerSource Tampa Bay

    "With the unemployment rates dropping and Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and Airmen being forced out, it's hard to really create a plan," expresses Mario Rodriquez, CareerSource Tampa Bay program coordinator. "And that's why we are here, to help them get that plan and ensure that they are successful in

  • MacDill Airmen join together to make wish come true

    As a child, some of life's mysteries are hard to explain, yet understand, but with the support of friends, family and the community, life's most burdensome problems can sometimes be set aside.Such is the case of MacDill's most recent distinguished visitor, Molly Little, a family-loving five year old

  • A quick guide to fundraising

    Fundraising is a way that members of team MacDill get funds to support morale committees, scholarships, end of the year social gatherings, families in need, and other causes. Fundraising also brings units closer together, increases moral, and enhances the military image. However, it's important to

  • Back to School Fair

    On July 26, 2014, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida held a back to school fair at the 6th Medical Group clinic. Many agencies, on and off base, came together to help families get ready for the school year. "The back to school fair was a collaborative event between the Airman and Family Readiness

  • MacDill kennel master renders first-aid, saves life

    "I didn't take the time to think whether or not to help him. I saw him get struck by the vehicle and by the time he hit the ground, I was running to his aid," exclaimed Tech. Sgt. Lewis Collins, 6th Security Forces Squadron military working dog kennel master.Collins, a Chester, Virginia, native, was