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  • U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ian Velez, 100th Communications Squadron NCO-in-charge of radio frequency transmissions, displays a second lieutenant’s bar at RAF Mildenhall, England, July 17, 2019. Velez earned his commission as an officer and will depart later this month to attend Officer Training School at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Barron)

    RAF Mildenhall NCO’s journey from enlisted to officer

    U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ian Velez, 100th Communications Squadron NCO-in-charge of radio frequency transmissions, is scheduled to attend Officer Training School and commission as a force support squadron officer later this year. Velez’s path to OTS was not a quick one. He faced many obstacles while pursuing his goal of becoming an Air Force officer; nonetheless, he earned his commission with drive, patience and the ability to accept the guidance of a mentor.
  • A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lighting II assigned to the 388th Fighter Wing, Hill Air Force Base, Utah, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 351st Air Refueling Squadron, RAF Mildenhall, England, to receive fuel over the Baltic Sea July 13, 2019. The F-35 is deployed to the U.S. European Command area of responsibility to demonstrate U.S. commitment to the security and stability of Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Barron)

    100th Air Refueling Wing KC-135s refuel F-35s for Theater Security Package

    A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lighting II assigned to the 388th Fighter Wing, Hill Air Force Base, Utah, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 351st Air Refueling Squadron, RAF Mildenhall, England, to receive fuel over the Baltic Sea July 13, 2019. The F-35 is deployed to the U.S. European Command area of responsibility to demonstrate U.S.
  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kentral White and Airman 1st Class Jaquavius Johnson, 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron traffic management journeymen, and Maj. Anthony LaMagna, 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron commander, discuss shipping orders for an outbound package at RAF Mildenhall, England, May 2, 2019. LaMagna participates in ‘Walking with Warriors’ once a week, where all leadership leave their desk and interact with Airmen, from top leadership on down. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexandria Lee)

    Airman recounts road from MTI to LRS commander

    Most Airmen look back at their basic training experience and remember a variety of things, but most never forget their military training instructor, fortunately for 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron, they have their own personal one keeping the squadron united and effective. Maj. Anthony LaMagna, 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron commander, has experienced many career fields during his nearly two decade career in the Air Force, and all of them have shaped him into the commander he is today.
  • Terry Brazil, Techwerks instructor, discusses the topic of balanced thinking during an U.S. Air Force Master Resilience Training course at RAF Mildenhall, England, Jan. 15, 2019. The course was held with the purpose of increasing resilience awareness and training, inspired by the Air Force initiative to create a culture where members are comfortable seeking and receiving assistance within their communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brandon Esau)

    Mildenhall hosts USAFE resilience trainer course

    RAF MILDENHALL, England – RAF Mildenhall hosted a Master Resiliency Trainer certification course for members across U.S. Air Forces in Europe Air Forces Africa here Jan. 14-18. The course was held with the purpose of increasing resilience awareness and training, inspired by the Air Force initiative to create a culture where members are comfortable seeking and receiving assistance within their communities.
  • U.S. Air Force Chaplain Capt. Kennie Neal, 100th Air Refueling Wing chaplain, poses for a photo at RAF Mildenhall, England, Dec. 2, 2018. Neal puts his faith into work by ensuring Team Mildenhall’s Chaplain Corps are directly involved with the Airmen by providing a better quality of life for the Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Emerson Nuñez)

    Mildenhall Chaplain changes lives for three decades

    “I knew my life’s calling, but I tried to run from it as far as I could for as long as I could,” said Chaplain Capt. Kennie Neal, 100th Air Refueling Wing chaplain. “I knew I was called to minister the Gospel, and my ministry was the Air Force.” Chaplain Neal spent 19 years in the enlisted force and decided to see what the officer side was like from a spiritual perspective.
  • U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Elizabeth Lefaive, 100th Air Refueling Wing Command Post NCO-in-charge of command and control readiness, looks over emergency notification systems in the command post at RAF Mildenhall, England, Nov. 27, 2018. Lefavie, along with Airman 1st Class Kalie Lyons, 100th ARW Command Post emergency action controller, were tasked with keeping information flowing to the appropriate shops and leadership through the day if need arises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brandon Esau)

    Command, Control: Mildenhall Airmen train for the worst, expect the best

    The day was no different to any other, but by the end of it, the United States, and the way most Americans went about their lives, would never be the same. Innocent lives had been lost, a new enemy suddenly appeared and the way in which battles take place would change across the globe.
  • U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Lee

    DOD Budget Explained

    Team Mildenhall has been home to many upgrades over the last few years, from technological upgrades like a 3-D printer to updated building construction and renovated security throughout the entire base. How does RAF Mildenhall get these upgrades, and who decides how the money is spent? “The budget is the deciding factor,” said Master Sgt. Jonathan Cunningham, 100th Comptroller Squadron financial analysis flight chief. “The budget is how we make readiness a reality.
  • U.S. Air Force Chaplain Capt. Kennie Neal, 100th Air Refueling Wing chaplain, presents the American Sign Language gesture that represents the number nine during an ASL workshop at RAF Mildenhall, England, Oct. 23, 2018. The workshop, which is free and open to all Airmen and their families, is part of a ‘Workplace Etiquettes” action plan developed by the Airman and Family Readiness Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brandon Esau)

    ASL workshop: enhances communication, one sign at a time

    The world can be a scary place for anybody who may struggle to communicate, and not having the ability to be completely understood can be quite frustrating. Emotions may flare up and words may be misinterpreted.
  • A group of key spouses participate in an icebreaker season during the third annual Key Spouses Symposium at RAF Mildenhall, England, Oct. 4, 2018. The spouses go through many training programs before getting the title of “Key Spouse” for their respective squadron including: initial training, resiliency training, and a course from the Airman Family and Readiness center training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Lee)

    Key Spouse symposium: Networking, inspiring, supporting

    A Key Spouses symposium, hosted to network, inspire and support all of the spouses throughout England, was held by Team Mildenhall Key Spouses here on Oct. 4. The Key Spouses organization brings an opportunity for leadership and spouses to bridge the gap between dependents and leadership, as well as Airmen.
  • U.S Air Force Chaplain Capt. Kennie Neal, 100th Air Refueling Wing chaplain, and U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class James Loubeau, 100th Logistics Readiness vehicle maintenance apprentice, look over a personality test provided by the Young Airmen’s Council to better understand and recognize different personalities at RAF Mildenhall, England, Aug. 22, 2018. The council has hosted several events, including panel discussions. All events are hosted, planned and by Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexandria Lee)

    Young Airmen’s Council lead Airmen to the future

    The Young Airmen’s Council hosted the “Airmen leading Airmen” seminar here on Aug. 22, 2018. The Young Airmen’s Council provides an opportunity for the newest generation of Airmen to lead events and give event briefings to leadership. The council also allows them to lay the groundwork for organizing events, which benefit themselves and their peers.
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