• Preparing for the leap: Course develops future SNCOs

    The leap from NCO to SNCO is one of increased responsibility and servant leadership, rather than technical expertise. As Airmen progress through their careers, they are developed through milestone courses such as Airman Leadership School and NCO Academy. It could be years before they have the

  • Joint NCO Professional Enhancement course

    Joint NCO Professional Enhancement course participants at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., June 24, 2019. The course covers topics such as the joint perspective from each branch, cultural and ethical awareness, building partnerships, communication, and leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman

  • 50th ARS “Red Devils” welcome new commander

    The 50th Air Refueling Squadron conducted a change of command ceremony Aug. 2, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., where Lt. Col. Menola Guthrie received command from Lt. Col. Ricardo Lopez.

  • 6th MSG: “Ready to take the fight to the enemy”

    The 6th Mission Support Group completed a two-day deployment readiness exercise for 233 Airmen across six squadrons, July 24 and 25, at MacDill Air Force Base.During training, five stations were set up to teach Airmen combat survival skills as well as simulate real-life scenarios they could expect

  • U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps recruits graduate at MacDill

    U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC) recruit training flight 1902 conducts a graduation ceremony, July 20, 2019, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. The USNSCC is a national youth leadership development organization that promotes interest in naval disciplines and is modeled after the Navy’s professional

  • “Lovin’ an elevator” – new MacDill system delivers

    Innovation comes in all shapes and sizes, and at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, it came as a one-of-a-kind vertical lift storage system which boasts 9,025 cubic feet of storage space. That is similar to 573, 16-drawer tool chests.

  • KC-135 depot maintenance, first at MacDill

    The ability to adapt and react to a change in plans or process is key to high functioning operations like the 6th Maintenance Squadron. This idea is in full effect at MacDill, as Airmen are preparing a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft for much more in-depth maintenance than they’ve performed before.