July 10, 2008 Pilots conquer highest peak in North America Two members of Team Malmstrom, part of a six-person, all Air Force team, returned last month from climbing Mt. McKinley, Alaska, the highest mountain in North America. Capt. Graydon Muller and 1st Lt. Andrew Ackles, 40th Helicopter Squadron pilots, climbed the 20,320 feet in the Denali National Park
July 8, 2008 Squadrons merge toward better financial management The 341st Comptroller Squadron and 341st Contracting Squadron merge into one squadron July 11 in an effort to streamline processes and enhance training programs to better support the mission at home and abroad. Malmstrom is one of four Air Force bases currently being tested over a two year period
July 2, 2008 Acting SECAF Donley shares his perspective with Airmen The U.S. Air Force Core Values of Integrity First, Service Before Self and Excellence in All We Do will remain in place, said Acting Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley during his first visit to an Air Force base since being named to the position. In a candid town-hall style meeting with
July 2, 2008 Wing embraces heritage; re-designates 341st MW A ceremony was held July 1 at Medal of Honor Park to officially designate Malmstrom Air Force Base as the 341st Missile Wing, retiring the Space Wing designation Malmstrom held since 1997. The ceremony was officiated by Col. Michael Fortney, 341st MW commander. The Honor Guard posted the colors,
July 2, 2008 Fireworks safety tips Independence Day celebrations are built on traditions involving family, friends, parties and fireworks. The United States Fire Administration, part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, encourages Americans to include fire safety along with their 4th of July activities. "Too often, we get
July 2, 2008 ESOHCAMP to be held July 14 The 2008 environmental, safety and occupational health compliance assessment management program, or ESOHCAMP, assessment is scheduled for July 14 to 18. This year's assessment will be conducted by a team of Headquarters, Air Force Space Command, and contractor subject matter experts. The team will
July 2, 2008 Community notes - week ending July 4 North gate to close July 12 to 14 Continuing work on the north gate will force its closure from 8 a.m. July 12 to 3 p.m. July 14 to install a new security gate. The closure is necessary to ensure the safety of the contractors. Question should be directed to 731-6148. Briefings scheduled July 15 The