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July 29, 2024
Making waves: How two SERE specialists changed the face of water survival preparation

MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- Ocean water fills the vessel as crew members chuck water from their tether to life, a 20-person life raft. Another member steadfastly refills the escaping air that keeps their raft afloat. These activities are just a couple of measures taken to ensure the survival of
July 15, 2024
AMC, AFRL pioneer UAS Traffic Management system at MacDill Air Force Base

Air Mobility Command, or AMC, in collaboration with the Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL, Information Directorate, began assessing the AFRL Collaborative Low-Altitude Unmanned Aircraft System Integration Effort, or CLUE, Unmanned Aircraft Systems Traffic Management, or UTM, system at MacDill
May 17, 2024
Unity in Service: Commemorating Police Week at MacDill AFB

Established 59 years ago by President John F. Kennedy, Police Week has stood as a national tribute to honor law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others' safety and protection.Commemorating this significant observance, the 6th Security Forces Squadron hosted a
May 16, 2024
Future of air refueling: USAF tests autonomous systems

MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- With a vision to redefine air refueling, Air Mobility Command is partnering with an innovative aviation technology startup to test cutting-edge autonomous systems that could revolutionize military aviation.Exploring how autonomous systems can enhance aircrew
May 10, 2024
Tampa Civic Leaders take flight to explore three unique Air Force missions

MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – 28 of Tampa’s influential business owners, chamber of commerce members, program managers and civic leaders took flight with the 6th Air Refueling Wing to explore three unique Air Force missions.Beginning at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida on April 11, 2024, the group
May 3, 2024
Five and Thrive Empowers Air Force Families

MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — On a sunny Wednesday morning at MacDill Air Force Base, the Five and Thrive program took center stage during Phoenix Rally Week.
April 12, 2024
MacDill Air Traffic Control Tower Honored as Facility of the Year

In a display of exemplary performance and unwavering dedication, the 6th Operations Support Squadron's Air Traffic Control Tower at MacDill Air Force Base was distinguished as the Air Traffic Control Facility of the Year. This prestigious award celebrates the tower's superior air traffic control
March 25, 2024
MacDill's AirFest: Inspiring Generations and Fostering Dreams

MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — The Tampa Bay AirFest, known for its stunning aerial displays and as a beacon for aviation enthusiasts, holds a special place in the heart of U.S. Marine Corps Major Adam Luff, Aide-de-Camp to the Deputy Commander of United States Special Operations Command. From a
March 19, 2024
MacDill fuels management flight expedites hot pit refueling procedures; finds new avenue for innovation

The 6th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels management flight recently implemented an innovative approach to hot pit refueling.
March 8, 2024
JCSE develops skills during mission readiness employment exercise

To ensure communications are available anywhere and at any time, service members assigned to the Joint Communications Support Element (JCSE) completed a mission readiness employment exercise at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, March 4-8.