RAF Mildenhall sergeant saved by peers after heart attack at gym

When RAF Mildenhall firefighters Staff Sgt. Jacob Silvia and Anthony Nichols responded to the Hardstand Fitness Center Aug. 26, they expected to find an unconscious individual by a treadmill. What they found was the chance to save a life. Sergeant Silvia recalls walking up to the gym anticipating

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RAF Feltwell Vet Clinic's 2nd Annual Petfest scheduled for Oct. 12

Every dog has his day, and this year that day is Oct. 12. The RAF Feltwell Veterinary Treatment Facility's 2nd Annual Petfest is a day set aside for pet owners to come out and show off their pets while interacting with other animal lovers, said Shai-Anne Gallant, RAF Feltwell vet clinic animal

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Fire Prevention Week 2009 to focus on burn awareness

Several events have been scheduled here as part of National Fire Prevention Week, which is officially observed from Oct. 4 through 10. According to the event's Web site, National Fire Prevention Week 2009 is a campaign focusing on burn awareness and prevention as well as keeping homes safe from the

Operational Readiness Inspection begins at RAF Mildenhall

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Firefighters perform Retreat ceremony to kick off Fire Prevention Week

100th ARW commander holds pre-ORI pep rally

The 100th Air Refueling Wing commander's latest public speaking engagement was much more than a standard commander's call. Col. Chad Manske held a pre-Operational Readiness Inspection pep rally Oct. 2 to let his Airmen know he's behind them during the two-week test of their warfighting abilities.

Helicopter aerial refueling prepares pilots to synchronize during unique mission

As special operations forces personnel conduct tactical missions, they are reliant on various aerial assets to insert them on the battlefield without hesitation. Both rotary and fixed-wing pilots are responsible for getting the troops on the ground, but the pilots also must work and train together