Feb. 9, 2020 Rescue dogs help heal wounded warriors The Office of the Warrior Advocate is a first-of-its-kind organization that was founded by two wounded warriors that saw a need. It is in that same spirit of seeing needs and answering the call that service dogs are becoming part of Offutt’s landscape and cultural norms.
Jan. 20, 2020 “I Have a Dream” still inspiring Dr. King Jr. was a Baptist minister, turned social activist and civil rights leader who called for civil and economic rights and an end to racism.
Oct. 3, 2019 AFIMSC fiscal closeout promotes readiness, supports Airmen and families No fiscal year better illustrates the innovation and flexibility behind the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s centralized management of the Air Force’s installation and mission support portfolio than fiscal year 2019.
Aug. 26, 2019 Offutt AFB runway closure delayed to maximize construction ahead of winter months The ten-month delay of the runway closure allows for demolition and earthwork to begin before winter. This sets up the program to be in the asphalt and concrete work phase by spring 2021 and wrapping up the needed inspections and Federal Aviation Administration approval to reopen in the twelfth
Aug. 2, 2019 AFIMSC navigates storms, disasters to exceed 84% budget execution Managed by the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, the 84.4% execution marks the third consecutive year AFIMSC exceeded Air Force Materiel Command’s execution goal in the I&MS portfolio. It follows last year’s record-setting 84.8% execution rate, said Chris Underwood, AFIMSC’s Budget
June 11, 2019 Offutt AFB firefighters train with Czech Republic air force Firefighters from Offutt AFB are required to train twice a year using the fire pit and structural burning.
May 6, 2019 Leaders discuss Tyndall AFB rebuild at second Industry Day John Henderson, assistant secretary of the Air Force for installations, environment and energy, reaffirmed the Air Force’s commitment to rebuild Tyndall Air Force Base during a symposium with industry representatives May 2, at Florida State University-Panama City.
April 30, 2019 Air Force stops all new Tyndall rebuilding efforts starting May 1 The Air Force will be forced to stop all new rebuilding efforts at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, starting May 1 because of the absence of Congressional funding.
April 15, 2019 2018 Nuclear Deterrence Operations and Nuclear & Missile Operations awards winners announced These awards recognize the outstanding accomplishments of Airmen contributing to nuclear deterrence operations and the missile operations career field respectively.
April 4, 2019 USSTRATCOM announces initial operational capability of NC3 Enterprise Center U.S. Strategic Command officials formally declared initial operational capability of the Nuclear Command, Control and Communications Enterprise Center, or NEC, April 3.
April 1, 2019 Firefighter training goes virtual Firefighters train weekly to maintain readiness, so when the call comes to put their lives at risk for the people they serve, they are prepared.Whether in training or on a live fire, they are susceptible to various carcinogenic toxins - until now.
March 28, 2019 Goldfein, Wright praise Team Offutt, community Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visited Offutt Air Force Base, March 27, to see flood damage and to speak with hundreds of base personnel who helped with preparation and, now, recovery.
March 28, 2019 Around the Air Force: SECAF visits Offutt AFB / Spark Tank 19 On this look Around the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson visits Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, to survey flood damage and Lt. Col. Dave Harden talks about how Spark Tank has grown and become more effective. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Braden Anderson.
March 23, 2019 Secretary of the Air Force: We will rebuild Offutt AFB Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson met with Offutt Air Force Base leadership and elected officials March 22 to discuss rebuilding efforts for the base following recent flooding.
March 20, 2019 Offutt stands-up Emergency Family Assistance Center The Offutt Air Force Base Airman and Family Readiness Center is scheduled to host an Emergency Family Assistance Center March 21 and 22 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.