July 20, 2016 20th AF Commander broadens Airmen’s horizon Recently, missileers from across the 20th Air Force accompanied the 20th Air Force commander on the Airborne National Command Post to witness the national impact of the ICBM mission. Also known as the Looking Glass, the Airborne National Command Post is always prepared to assume responsibility for
July 15, 2016 Helo pilots reunite at Malmstrom More than 130 veterans and their families from the United States Air Force Helicopter Pilot Association visited Malmstrom July 14 for a luncheon at Sun Plaza Park.While visiting Montana, the group also traveled to Glacier National Park, the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, Ryan Dam, and the
July 15, 2016 Catch ‘em all, stay safe Maintaining a work-life balance is critical in ensuring Airmen are able to perform at their peak when mission dictates. Over the years, advances in social media and technology have given Airmen numerous options for relaxation and separation from work-stress.Pokemon Go is no exception. Participating
July 15, 2016 Integrated Response Training Senior Airman William Lamb, 741st Missile Security Forces Squadron Tactical Response Force member, talks into a land mobile radio to communicate with an aircrew in an UH-1N Iriquois at a mock launch facility July 6, 2016, at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. TRF maintains communication with the 40th
July 13, 2016 The Air Force and social media Though social media may be entertaining, service members must abide by the rules and regulations governing the dos and don’ts of posting online.There are numerous references that outline proper and improper uses of internet-based capabilities. Air Force Instruction 33-129, “Web Management and
July 12, 2016 819th RED HORSE Squadron change of command Col. Jose Rivera Hernandez, right, accepts command of the 819th RED HORSE Squadron from Col. Scott Caine, Ninth Air Force vice commander, during a change of command ceremony at the Airfields Hangar July 12. Senior Master Sgt. Paul Anderson, 819th RHS first sergeant, looks on. (U.S. Air Force
July 11, 2016 When life happens The struggles of military life can sometimes be overwhelming with deployments, temporary duty assignments, permanent changes of station and everything else in between. The military provides members and their dependents an opportunity to talk about day-to-day stressors with licensed clinical
July 11, 2016 Don’t play with fire Summertime in Montana is fire season.Montana has two out of the nation’s total of 19 reported current active large fires. In such a high risk area, it is critical to be vigilant. Both Malmstrom’s mission and the local community are dependent on a dedication to safety and security. At the 341st
June 30, 2016 Former vice chief of staff laid to rest A former vice chief of staff for the U.S. Air Force was laid to rest June 29 in Bozeman, Montana.Retired Gen. Robert Mathis, 88, passed away April 27, and was recognized with military honors by the Malmstrom Air Force Base Honor Guard during a flag folding ceremony. Four flags were individually