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  • 'Wizard, chicken wings,' aid in SERE, Army self-defense training

    A four-day Army training course teaching self-defense-style moves to Air Force personnel took place May 15 to 18 at RAF Feltwell. The Modern Army Combative Program, level one, was taught by Staff Sgt. Matt Carlino, 100th Operations Support Squadron Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape

  • New, lighter ABU available in June

    The new, Rip-stop Airman Battle Uniform (RABU), featuring a lighter nylon-cotton blend, will be available to Airmen at 16 U.S. bases and through AAFES online starting in June.The wear policy for the light-weight RABUs will be exactly the same as for the ABUs. The only difference between the ABU and

  • Weather changes, vigilance should never waiver

    The British weather is getting warmer, and Team Mildenhall Airmen and families are spending more time out and about.The summer typically brings more outings, but without vigilance, could also leave members more vulnerable to terrorists.By staying vigilant and taking protective measures, Team

  • Air Force, NATO fly to protect Iceland's air sovereignty

    RAF Mildenhall Airmen are currently deployed conducting Icelandic air policing missions around Keflavic, Iceland, and are scheduled to continue the exercise through June 7.The 493rd Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, which is made up of U.S. Air Force and other North Atlantic Treaty Organization

  • Their legacy lives on

    Whether they perished on the fields of battle, the blackened skies above or out on the foamy brines, it's remarkable how the commitment to fellow Service members never waivers, particularly when paying respect to those who will never be forgotten.On May 28, Service members from across the United

  • 'The Turning Point': Support group starts up for single parents

    With the intent of providing a support and social network, the 100th Force Support Squadron Airman and Family Readiness Center recently started a single parents' support group.After a 352nd Special Operations Group parent enquired as to whether such a group existed, Kevin Carrico, 100th FSS A&FRC

  • Commentary: Memorial Day marks beginning of Critical Days of Summer

    Memorial Day is a day to remember our fellow Americans who have made the ultimate sacrifice for us and an opportunity to spend time with family and friends.Take this time to honor those who gave their lives to defend our freedoms and those that continue to do so today. Whether you observe this

  • Mildenhall aircrew receives top award

    A crew from the 100th Air Refueling Wing at RAF Mildenhall has been awarded the Brigadier General Ross G. Hoyt Award for their efforts during Operations Odyssey Dawn and Unified Protector. The award highlights the "Most Outstanding Air Refueling Aircrew" for 2011. Capt. Josh Fry, 351st Air Refueling

  • Enduring the Defender Challenge

    Six teams from the 100th Security Forces Squadron rise to the top in the Defender Challenge.Click here for video coverage.