June 11, 2010 Global Strike Command responds to incident scenario Air Force Global Strike Command conducted its first-ever Response Task Force exercise here June 1-4."We are training and preparing for a variety of contingency scenarios to ensure our readiness for any situation that may arise," said Gary Oldham, Air Force Global Strike Command's RTF branch chief.
June 11, 2010 RETIREE CORNER Veterans AffairsAbout 86,000 Vietnam War veterans, their surviving spouses or estates will be eligible for retroactive disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs. The 86,000 are beneficiaries who can reopen previously denied claims for these conditions: ischemic heart disease,
June 11, 2010 Boating, Water Safety, Murphy and You Remember Murphy's Law? "Anything that can go wrong will go wrong." A pessimistic viewpoint, yes, but it is the mindset to have when planning boating or any other water activities. Before beginning any water-related activity, take time to brainstorm what could go wrong and take measures to prevent
June 11, 2010 Nine successfully complete Academy The following technical sergeants graduated from the Vosler NCO Academy at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., May 27:Anthony Emery, 741st Missile Security Forces SquadronDouglas Ergish, 819th RED HORSE SquadronKevin Garner, OL AK AFSPCTracy Moore, 341st Missile Security Forces SquadronKerry Parsons,
June 11, 2010 IG Corner What is "Reprisal"?Reprisal is defined as taking or threatening to take an unfavorable personnel action, or withholding or threatening to withhold a favorable personnel action against a military member for making or preparing a protected communication. Under Title 10, United States Code, Section
June 11, 2010 New fitness incentive added to program The new Air Force fitness program is expected to kick-off July 1. Along with it, a new fitness excellence incentive will also be taking effect. Airmen who earn an "excellent" on the new fitness test will only have to test once a year according to the revision of the fitness program. The change in
June 4, 2010 It Pays to be ‘Green’ at Malmstrom AFB The Malmstrom BX is rewarding military shoppers who are doing their part for the environment through its new "Use a Bag, Save the Planet" initiative. Instead of using traditional plastic bags, retail facilities at Malmstrom are encouraging shoppers to bring their own reusable bags. Beyond helping