News - Page 112

Feb. 2, 2018
Mildenhall CBRN training enhances readiness in European theater

The 100th Civil Engineer Squadron emergency management flight is responsible for providing critical CBRN training for all Airmen on the installation.
Feb. 1, 2018
100th ARW commander shares new mission, vision, priorities

The 100th Air Refueling Wing has a new vision statement, mission statement and priorities to reflect the commander’s goals for a new and focused direction.
Jan. 22, 2018
100th Air Refueling Wing supports B-52 deployment

The 100th Air Refueling Wing supported a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress deployed from Minot Air Force Base, N.D., as well as two F-15C Eagles and two RAF Typhoons during a training flight over the North Sea, Jan. 19, 2018. The Stratofortress is part of a deployment to England from the 5th Bomb
Jan. 19, 2018
RAF Mildenhall Post Office changes squadrons

The 100th Force Support Squadron took command of the RAF Mildenhall Post Office during a ceremony here Jan. 19. The Air Force-wide reclassification was approved by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein, March 10, 2017, as an effort to revitalize squadrons and to better align with the
Jan. 12, 2018
B-52 Stratofortress pays flying visit to RAF Mildenhall

A B-52 Stratofortress, supporting a strategic bomber deployment in Europe, was diverted to RAF Mildenhall due to inclement weather Jan. 9, 2018, while en route to RAF Fairford, England.
Jan. 5, 2018
Civil Air Patrol cadets climb aboard Tanker for flight over Germany

Civil Air Patrol cadets from RAF Mildenhall hopped on board a KC-135 Stratotanker for the first time ever Dec. 19, 2017.
Jan. 3, 2018
Confined space trainer redefines training plan

There is an access point into the wing fuel tanks of a KC-135 Stratotanker, a hatch that is about the size of a commercial aircraft viewing window. After twisting and turning their body into that small opening, the Airman is immediately enveloped by the smell of jet fuel and complete darkness.
Dec. 27, 2017
100th MXG Airmen conduct ISO inspection on KC-135

RAF MILDENHALL, England – The KC-135 Stratotanker first flew for the U.S. Air Force in August 1956, and it continues to be a vital part of the Air Force’s arsenal to this day. Although the KC-135s of the 100th Air Refueling Wing have seen plenty of years, with the teamwork of several different shops
Dec. 21, 2017
Team Mildenhall suffers loss of third MWD in 2017

The 100th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog section suffered yet another major loss recently when MWD Gina, a German Shepherd, passed away Nov. 27. The 100th SFS lost two other MWDs, Gandi and Luc, earlier this year.
Dec. 18, 2017
RAF Mildenhall returns to normal operations

Lockdown ended at 2:34 p.m. on RAF Mildenhall and operations are returning to normal. We've concluded our combined US-UK response to this incident and we are continuing to support local authorities in the ongoing investigation.