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  • Honor guard preserves history, professionalism

    Marching in perfect formation, performing drill with extreme precision, and demonstrating unwavering professionalism are the traits of the honor guard. But the underlying importance and purpose of the honor guard is to preserve the traditions and history of the U.S. Air Force.Performing at military

  • Square D Spotlight: Staff Sgt. Brittney Carter

    Name and Rank: U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brittney CarterUnit: 100th Communications SquadronDuty Title: Information Technology Asset Management TechnicianTime in Service: 7 yearsTime at Mildenhall: 3 yearsHometown: Corsicana, TexasHobbies: Reading and listening to musicCore Value Portrayed:

  • 'Eagle eyes' owl, falcons swoop in to keep metal 'birds' airborne

    In addition to the giant metal birds flying in and out of RAF Mildenhall every day, it's not unusual to see a Harris hawk, Peregrine or Lanner falcon, or on occasion, even an Eagle owl, swooping around the airfield.These birds of prey are vital tools in RAF Mildenhall's bird aircraft strike hazard

  • Controlling traffic in skies over Mildenhall

    (Editor's note: This is the first installment of a three part series on the RAF Mildenhall Air Traffic Control Tower and its diverse mission)The air traffic control tower is a vital asset to any flying base. Making sure all inbound and outbound aircraft take off and land at the right time is

  • Team Mildenhall prepares for inspection

    An inspection is an opportunity to validate compliance and mission readiness. It's a time to prove an installation's preparedness, professionalism, and highlight its integrity. It's also a time for personnel to interact with the installation's inspection team. At RAF Mildenhall, members of the 100th

  • Fallen Airman memorialized at RAF Mildenhall

    Team Mildenhall members paid their final respects to a fellow Airman Aug. 12, 2013, during a memorial service held at the base chapel. Family members traveled to the United Kingdom for the memorialization of Staff Sgt. Anderson Johnson. Johnson, known as "A.J." by his family, wingmen and friends,