News

  • On patrol with Toad Patrol - Conservation in action

    Here in the United Kingdom we have several means of crossing a road safely. We have Zebra crossings, Pelican crossings, lollypop crossings, railway crossings and then we have toad crossings! "Toad crossings," I hear you say. "What's that all about?" Well, I'll tell you...Every spring, dedicated

  • Officials reduce Palace Chase obligation

    As part of the Air Force's force management measures to balance the force while meeting a congressionally mandated end strength, officials have temporarily reduced the Reserve commitment for officers and enlisted members participating in Palace Chase. The 3-to-1 officer and 2-for-1 enlisted Reserve

  • Air Force officials announce uniform policy changes

    Air Force officials announced April 12 uniform policy updates resulting from recent Air Force Uniform Board decisions.The following policy modifications are effective immediately unless otherwise stated and will be incorporated into "Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Air Force Uniform Dress and

  • Increase in U.K. visa fees now effective

    The United Kingdom Border Agency recently announced an increase in Visa fees, which became effective April 6.The new fee for a single visa is 730 pounds. Each additional visa is 118 pounds.Example: An Airman with three dependents will now pay 966 pounds (730 pounds for the first visa, 118 pounds for

  • NSPS to GS conversion town hall meeting rescheduled

    Due to current travel restrictions affecting personnel assigned to RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath, the civilian personnel town hall briefings for NSPS to GS conversion have been rescheduled  for April 28 and 29. The adjusted dates and times are below:RAF Mildenhall Base Theater Wednesday, April

  • NSPS to GS conversion town hall meeting rescheduled

    Due to current travel restrictions affecting personnel assigned to RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath, the civilian personnel town hall briefings for NSPS to GS conversion have been rescheduled  for April 28 and 29. The adjusted dates and times are below:RAF Mildenhall Base Theater Wednesday, April

  • Mail delayed

    Due to the airline groundings as a result of volcanic ash in British air space, all incoming and outgoing mail will be delayed until further notice. While outgoing mail is still accepted, express mail will not be until the airlines begin regular flights again. Incoming bulk mail including

  • Commentary: It’s really about the core

    As a Command Chief, I frequently have the honor of speaking to our Airmen while participating in various panels and meeting with base professional organizations. One of the questions that typically comes up is what it takes to be a success in the Air Force. For the longest time, I fumbled with