Aug. 31, 2017 Security forces defend Airmen, nuclear assets Spread out over 13,800 square-miles in northcentral Montana lie 15 missile alert facilities, structures that house missileers, chefs, facility managers and security forces Airmen who operate, secure and defend 150 of the nation’s intercontinental ballistic missiles. Airman 1st Class Dillan Caceres,
Aug. 24, 2017 Make the most of your money Do you have a financial plan or a budget?Financial planning can benefit anyone whether they want to get the most out of each paycheck, save for the future, plan for a major life event or career transition.The Airman and Family Readiness Center at Malmstrom offers personal financial counseling for
Aug. 4, 2017 Nuclear maintenance Airmen: safe, secure, effective The 341st Missile Maintenance Squadron maintains the immediate launch readiness of 150 Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missiles and 15 missile alert facilities spread over a 13,800-square mile missile complex throughout Montana. They replace limited life components, remove and replace
July 25, 2017 Vehicle licensing ensures Airmen safety Airmen from the 341st Logistics Readiness Squadron are responsible for supporting vehicle and transportation needs for the wing and its 13,800-square mile missile complex.The squadron consists of the vehicle operations flight, vehicle management flight, transportation management flight, installation
July 17, 2017 Best foot forward From being one of three freshmen at the Air Force Academy to open the volleyball season in the starting line-up to becoming the first Air Force player since 2010 to be named Mountain West Player of the Week, one lieutenant has always gone for what she wants.For 2nd Lt. Taylor Parker, 10th Missile
July 17, 2017 Meet the new 341st MW command chief After 19 years traveling around the world from Kentucky to Texas and Germany, one Airman has finally made her way to Montana to serve as the new command chief at Malmstrom.Chief Master Sgt. Amber Mitchell has taken the reigns and is excited to bring her experiences, personality and goals to all of
July 10, 2017 Moulaging to educate For one Airman at Malmstrom, her passion for moulage began when she was placed in the position to teach medical training. “I felt it had become routine for medics and other base personnel to simulate most situations and treatments of injuries,” said Tech. Sgt. Laura Pelkey, 341st Medical Operations
June 28, 2017 AFRC, here to help spouses integrate It’s no secret that the military can ask a lot from service members as well as their families.It is not uncommon for a military family to experience a permanent change of station, a temporary duty assignment or even a deployment during an Airman’s time in service. Airmen are trained and equipped
June 21, 2017 Airman ensures critical communication Less than 500 feet from the weapons storage area, a location where reentry systems and reentry vehicles for intercontinental ballistic missiles are stored, Airmen are posted to ensure constant communication between security forces and maintenance is flawlessly executed.One Airman in particular,
June 16, 2017 Shooting for firearm safety It is important as a firearm owner to be responsible and safe in the storage, transportation, and use of personally owned firearms.There are many variables that affect the safety needs of gun owners such as lifestyle, environment, legal requirements, financial limitations and personal preference,