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  • AFSOC releases telework program

    Tired of cubicle life? Sick of Highway 98 traffic? Want more freedom?Then, the Office of Personnel Management’s Telework Program may be right for you.Telework is a voluntary arrangement where a military member or civilian employee works during regular duty hours at home or an approved alternate

  • 353rd SOG welcomes new commander

    The Pacific Air Commandos from the 353rd Special Operations Group welcomed their new commander during a change of command ceremony June 19 at Kadena Air Base, Japan.Col. William Freeman relinquished command of the 353rd SOG to Col. Jason Kirby, formerly 353rd SOG deputy commander.“There is no

  • Aircrew flight equipment ensures safety and readiness

    Aircrew flight equipment personnel at the 4th Special Operations Squadron issue and maintain flight equipment at Hurlburt Field, Fla., June 15. AFE personnel are responsible for ensuring aircrew have the necessary tools for safe flying operations and are prepared for emergency situations.

  • EC-130J broadcasts FARP capability with PC-12

    Air Commandos with the 1st Special Operations Logistic Readiness Squadron conduct a forward area refueling point operation at Hurlburt Field, Fla., June 13. During the operation, a Pilatus PC-12 assigned to the 319th Special Operations Squadron received fuel from an EC-130J Commando Solo assigned to

  • Air University student receives aerial combat medal

    Maj. Ryan Mittelstet, Air Command and Staff College student was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross during the 2017 Gathering of Eagles event by Retired Maj. Gen. Gregory A. Feest, a GOE honoree. The Distinguished Flying Cross is awarded to individuals who have performed acts of heroism or who

  • 33rd SOS celebrates 100-year anniversary

    In its first 100 years, the 33rd (now associated with a special operations squadron) was the primary American flight and technical school during World War I. They are the oldest squadron in Air Force Special Operations Command, the first squadron overseas to the European Theater during World War II

  • Airmen invited to comment on safety publication

    To gain insight and perspective from all Air Force stakeholders, the Air Force Safety Center requests informal comments on the draft revision of Air Force Instruction (AFI) 91-203, Air Force Consolidated Occupational Safety Instruction.  The AFI is the Air Force’s Occupational Safety and Health

  • Raven Claw: The end is just the beginning for CAA students

    Prospective combat aviation advisors must pass through the crucible of Raven Claw to join one of four Air Force Special Operations Command units tasked to assess, train, advise and assist foreign aviation forces in special operations missions.