News

Feb. 25, 2026
AMC interim commander emphasizes Airmen, aircraft readiness importance at AFA

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Rebecca Sonkiss, who took over as Air Mobility Command’s interim commander earlier this month, addressed servicemembers, industry, and journalists on the state of mobility readiness at the 2026 Air & Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colorado, Feb. 24.
Feb. 19, 2026
MacDill streamlines commercial vehicle access at Tanker Way Gate

The 6th Security Forces Squadron implemented a new process Dec.15 at Tanker Way Gate to streamline installation access for delivery and commercial vehicles, including household goods shipments. The updated procedure allows base residents and units expecting deliveries to submit required driver
Feb. 13, 2026
Community partners support the MacDill Living Shoreline Project

Volunteers from MacDill Air Force Base, the National Hockey League, Tampa Bay Watch, and Force Blue participate in the creation and placement of oyster shell bags during the Living Shoreline Project at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Jan. 29, 2026. The partnership between MacDill AFB, the
Jan. 29, 2026
Rebuilding the foundation: the Barracks Task Force, the future of DAF housing

The DAF launched a Barracks Task Force to rapidly improve dormitory conditions, reinforcing its commitment to Airmen and Guardians’ quality of life and mission readiness.
Jan. 28, 2026
6th ARW Airman selected for Senior Leader Commissioning Program scholarship

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Alex Diego, 91st Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, was nominated and selected for the Senior Leader Commissioning Program - Active Duty Scholarship (SLECP-A) at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Dec. 5, 2025.
Jan. 23, 2026
USAF to introduce Air Expeditionary Wing 2.0

AEW 2.0 is an improved version of the legacy deployment construct and will be implemented in FY27.
Jan. 14, 2026
Air Force Safety Center Announces Unit Risk Forecasting Tool

On January 14, 2026, the Air Force Safety Center announced the Unit Risk Forecasting tool would be available for commanders and unit safety professionals. Unit Risk Forecasting is a machine learning-fueled forecast of squadron risk and the factors influencing increased risk.The Unit Risk Forecasting
Jan. 12, 2026
Total Force mobility leaders collaborate on readiness priorities at Winter Phoenix Rally

Gen. Johnny Lamontagne, Air Mobility Command commander, and his spouse, Becky, hosted Winter Phoenix Rally here, Jan 7-8, 2026. During the two-day gathering senior leaders and spouses from across the active duty, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve collaborated on shared priorities focused on
Dec. 21, 2025
MacDill’s pharmacy sustains global AMC operations

Pharmacy technicians assigned to the 6th Medical Support Squadron assist customers at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Oct. 20, 2025. The 6th MDSS pharmacy employs a wide range of staff including active duty service members, contractors, government civilians and local students.
Dec. 16, 2025
Catching up with the commander: Airman 1st Class Deborah Fuller

U.S. Air Force Col. Edward Szczepanik, 6th Air Refueling Wing Commander, and Airman 1st Class Deborah Fuller, 6th Logistics Readiness Squadron air transportation function journeyman, play a game of catch during a candid conversation at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Dec. 5, 2025. Fuller expressed