AFMC News

May 6, 2020
DoD, Department of the Air Force take steps to protect military families moving during COVID-19

Under the new standards, moving industry personnel must adhere to all Centers for Disease Control and Prevention COVID-19 health protection protocols while in the service member’s residence. That means moving personnel must wear face coverings, clean frequently touched surfaces and sanitize their
May 6, 2020
Robins Frontlines: Melissa "Missy" Jones

Melissa “Missy” Jones, 78th Force Support Squadron quality assurance evaluator and trainer, ensures that guests to Pine Oaks Lodging facilities experience a pleasant stay amidst COVID-19.For all you do at Team Robins … Thank You!
May 6, 2020
Hanscom Commissary begins daily health screenings of store workers

The Defense Commissary Agency will begin daily health screenings May 8 of anyone who works in commissaries - including employees, baggers and affiliated contractors - before they start their shifts.
May 5, 2020
Air Force leaders visit Kirtland

Performing the Duties of Under Secretary of the Air Force Shon Manasco, along with Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Stephen “Seve” Wilson, and Space Force Vice Commander Lt. Gen. David Thompson, visited Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, May 4, 2020, to observe ongoing efforts during
May 5, 2020
Tinker Frontlines: Meet Mary Wood

Tinker Frontlines: Meet Mary WoodMary Wood, a jet engine mechanic inspector supervisor in the 76th Propulsion Maintenance Group, has served in the Air Force for 37 years.Wood, from Newalla/Bethel Acres, said her favorite part of her job is supporting her country and the warfighter.Wood is following
May 5, 2020
AFRL, FUSE host COVID-19 supply donation event

On April 24, FUSE Makerspace and Air Force Research Laboratory New Mexico Maker Hub collaborated to host a donation and collection event for 3-D printed full-face shields. The shields are intended to be donated to New Mexico hospitals and clinics in need.
May 5, 2020
552nd MXG face shielding Tinker Defenders against COVID-19

Tinker Air Force Base’s 552nd Maintenance Group recently prototyped approximately 40 face masks and face shields through additive manufacturing, supporting efforts to produce face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic.The 552nd MXG’s Continuous Improvement Office successfully managed to prototype a
May 5, 2020
AFE Citizen Airmen create face covers for unit/community

As COVID-19 cases increased across the country, the demand for essential items grew, making it difficult for some to find certain personal protective equipment.Recognizing the need to continue the mission while protecting themselves and others, aircrew flight equipment Airmen from two of the 413th
May 5, 2020
Family donates bows to local Air Force installation in recognition of mission essential personnel

ROME, N.Y. – A local central New York family has donated 10 handmade bows to honor and recognize mission essential employees still reporting to their duty location at the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Rome Research Site while the other 90% of the workforce remains under work-from-home orders. The
May 5, 2020
Robins Frontlines: Rodney Speed

Rodney Speed, 78th Air Base Wing, Public Affairs photographer, has proven essential in telling the AF story amid COVID-19. He has willingly ventured all across the base taking photos of our frontline workers. Without him documenting, editing and posting products for Robins Facebook and website,
May 4, 2020
Childcare providers continue to support Hill families using special guidelines

Service members are critical to carrying out the Air Force mission, which is why the Child Development Center and School Age Care program at Hill Air Force Base have continued to stay open during the COVID-19 pandemic. The CDC and School Age Care program at the Youth Center are providing weekly care
May 4, 2020
Esper Discusses DOD Readiness Amid Pandemic

Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper held a virtual conversation with the Brookings Institution to discuss defense policy and readiness amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 4, 2020
Team Hill Frontlines: Cecilia "Ceci" Otto

Cecilia "Ceci" Otto works for AAFES as the Starbucks manager. She is involved in every aspect of the operation from ordering products, receiving deliveries, paying invoices, scheduling associates, counting monthly inventory and daily cleaning and sanitizing of the facility. Ceci is from Taytay
May 4, 2020
Strengthen your immune system with exercise

Exercise can have a profound impact on the normal functioning of the immune system. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, performing regular bouts of cardiorespiratory exercise is shown to improve immune responses to vaccination, lower chronic low-grade inflammation and improve
May 4, 2020
Robins Frontlines: Glassy Barnhart

Glassy Barnhart, 78th Medical Operations Squadron licensed practical nurse, cares for patients at the medical clinic amidst COVID-19.The 78th MDOS provides comprehensive primary care and limited referral and space-available subspecialty care to TRICARE-enrolled patients at the medical group.The

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