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Nov. 7, 2016
Aircrew Flight Equipment: gear ready, mission ready

Helmet fitted? Check. Chemical gear? Check. Goggles, rafts, vests, and all other essential gear inspected and properly loaded onto the aircraft? Check.
Oct. 20, 2016
Friendships forged by fate: MacDill Airman mentors young suicide survivor

“Kelsey has been a true Godsend to my family,” said Megan Sanders, mother of Kaylee Smith. “She has supported my children during numerous Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) events and in their everyday lives.”
Oct. 14, 2016
Family and food keeps MacDill Airman’s Hispanic traditions alive

“Hispanic Heritage month is a time to celebrate the history, culture and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino community,” said Staff Sgt. Alejandra Laguna, NCO in charge of installation personnel readiness with the 6th Force Support Squadron.
Sept. 28, 2016
A New Vision for MacDill's "No-Fail" Mission: Mission Focused…Valued Airmen

The philosophy is simple: you can’t manage Airmen into battle; they have to be led. This is how 6th Air Mobility Wing leadership is building on MacDill's mission, vision and priorities moving forward.
Sept. 28, 2016
Overcoming Obstacles: single mother learns from lessons of the past

From a young age, Senior Airman Jenay Randolph, a photojournalist assigned to the 6th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs office, has faced and overcome personal obstacles and struggles, which made her who she is today.
Sept. 26, 2016
Fueling the mission: One tank at a time

It’s early morning and the sun is just rising over the horizon. Petroleum, oil, lubricants (POL) Airmen are already hard at work inspecting, testing fuel and fueling aircraft. These Airmen never stop; with 24-hour operations that handles up to two million gallons of fuel, they are mission ready at
Sept. 23, 2016
Childhood dream becomes reality for MacDill sergeant

“It’s been a pretty long journey for me,” said Tech. Sgt. Jessica Grogan, contracting officer and team lead with the 6th Contracting Squadron. “I have been going to school for the last 10 years and have often been discouraged thinking about all the school I’ve completed without earning that piece of
Sept. 19, 2016
Food and family connects Airman to Hispanic heritage

The aromas of enchiladas, beans, rice and tortillas fill the kitchen as the whole family, including cousins, aunts and uncles, crowd in grandma’s house for an all-day event. Salsa music plays in the background as people dance and sing. The sounds of chatting echo from room to room as loved ones
Sept. 12, 2016
A defender’s legacy honored: Remembering 1st Lt. Joseph D. Helton

First Lieutenant Joseph D. Helton was the embodiment of an Air Force leader. Voluntarily deployed out of the 6th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Helton served as a flight commander for the 732nd Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron in Iraq. Instead of going home
Sept. 12, 2016
U.S. Air Force Honor Guard instructors train MacDill base honor guard team

Thirteen simple yet meaningful folds make up the ceremonial flag fold. The edges are aligned; every crease is crisp; each movement precise; the standards are set. Attention to detail and precision are on the minds of ceremonial guardsmen as they honor fallen service members. Although expertly

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