AFMC Command News

  • B-1 Stabilizer Shop proves effective, efficient

    When the Air Force launched its Lean/Cellular transformation initiative several months ago, the B-1 Horizontal Stabilizer Shop at the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center was one of the first shops already onboard with the program. That transition has allowed the "Stab Shop" to develop into an

  • Phase two of Sniper pod ready for implementation

    The implementation of phase two of the Sniper pod workload is expected to net an estimated growth of 76 percent in workload for the 402nd Electronics Maintenance Group. The Sniper pod is the next generation targeting pod for the Air Force. Phase one was implemented in 2004 with a workload of

  • Eddy Current Inspection Shop saves lives, money

    Saving lives and money: That's what employees in the Eddy Current Inspection Shop at the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center are all about. And it's their life management approach to reliability-centered maintenance that has made them the industry leader in extending the life of rotating jet engine

  • AFMC air logistics centers garner Shingo Prize

    Industry leaders have recognized Air Force Materiel Command's three air logistics centers for their practical implementation of Lean Transformation practices - ensuring America's warfighters success on the job. Lean is a methodology designed to create value, eliminate waste and allow an organization

  • Eglin Airmen train Iraqi police through transitions

    Introduction of democracy and the reconstruction of Iraq hinges on its police force’s ability to handle those fighting against the transition. Two Eglin Air Force Base Airmen are in-country to make sure the Iraqi police force gets the training it needs. First Lieutenant A.W. Rittgers and Master Sgt.

  • Support mission turns to rescue ops for 46th Test Wing crew

    While most people watched and wished they could help their fellow Americans struggling in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, a few members of the 46th Test Wing were doing just that. As owners of a UH-1 Huey helicopter, they knew their skills and airpower would be a boost to anyone in the Gulf

  • Wright-Patterson celebrates an essential step in aviation

    One-hundred years of practical flight were celebrated Oct. 5 on the grounds Orville and Wilbur Wright used to test their legendary Wright Flyer, launching an aviation era. Mark Dusenberry, pilot and creator of the world's only exact replica of the 1905 Wright Flyer, revisited the historic moment,

  • Eglin firemen keep NASCAR teams safe at Talladega

    When a multi-car crash happens at Talladega Superspeedway, sending cars spinning and flipping and raining debris on the track, or when crew members get hurt along pit road, there's always a group of professionals who put their lives on the line to save another - firemen. Four Eglin firefighters,

  • Eglin firemen fight blaze at Army Ranger Camp

    A lot of memories went up in smoke during a three-alarm fire at Eglin Air Force Base's Army Ranger Camp October 4. Camp Rudder, which hosts the final phase of Army Ranger training, is located here because of its rugged outdoor environment. At Eglin since 1951, the camp is one of Eglin's oldest major

  • Edwards helps 'Monk' solve mystery

    When most people watch an episode of the USA Network TV show "Monk," they see an obsessive-compulsive detective, but may never realize the hundreds of people it takes to bring this character to life. In the same way, many people see an F-16 fly over Dodger stadium during pre-game ceremonies and

  • New reporting options give sexual assault victims control

    Sexual assault is not about sex, it's about power, and a new way for Airmen to report sexual assaults or attempted assaults is about giving power back to victims."We are now able to offer active-duty military members the option of making a restricted report, which means the victim has total power

  • Military aircraft evacuate to Wright-Patt

    Just weeks after Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast region, Hurricane Ophelia threatened communities along the East Coast, forcing military bases to act fast.As of Wednesday, 48 F-15E Strike Eagles, three KC-135 Stratotanker refueling aircraft and 180 personnel had evacuated from

  • Air Force goes back-to-back, claims third title in four years

    The leader of the All-Air Force Men's Softball Team knew it was going to take more than talent alone to claim the 2005 Armed Forces Men's Softball Championship. But after claiming the title with a 7-2 record during the three-day round-robin tournament held at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Sept. 7

  • 'Swimming with the fishes' takes on whole new meaning

    Terrified! I've spent 30 years of my life holding my breath under water, and now someone I've only known for a few days is telling me to descend 10 feet in a pool and breathe continuously, deeply and slowly. "You should be able to stay under water for a few hours on one tank of oxygen," the