CJCS: Air Force has 'led the way' in energy security

The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff lauded the Air Force for its commitment to energy security during the Pentagon Energy Security Event here Oct. 13."The Air Force is pushing forward, focusing on three goals of reducing demand, increasing supply through renewable and alternative sources, and

Vandenberg holds memorial service for fallen Airman

A memorial service was held for a fallen Vandenberg Airman at the Base Chapel Oct. 13. Hundreds of people filled the chapel's pews to pay their final respects to Senior Airman Daniel Johnson, a 30th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician who was killed in action Oct. 5 west

Memorial services held for Airman Johnson

Fifth graders tour Vandenberg

General Schwartz discusses change in the U.S. Air Force

The world has changed and the United States Air Force must change too, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz said Oct. 12 at the National Press Club here.General Schwartz made the point that political leaders have been dealing with the effects of globalization since the 1970s, but that the

'Aim High ... Fly-Fight-Win' to be Air Force motto

Incorporating extensive inputs from all ranks and career fields in the development effort, Airmen have selected "Aim High ... Fly-Fight-Win" as the service's motto. An enduring statement of Airmen's pride in their service, the motto is a two-part expression -- a call to action, with a response of

TRICARE official: Early flu shots key to prevention

With flu season already under way, the top TRICARE military health plan official encourages the system's almost 9.7 million beneficiaries to get their flu shots as early as possible at a military medical facility or network provider, or at any participating pharmacy.Military hospitals and clinics

Air Force officials reinstate captain central selection board

Promotion opportunities for active-duty line of the Air Force first lieutenants competing for promotion to captain is being adjusted to 95 percent, Air Force officials announced Oct. 13 here. Since the promotion opportunity to captain will now be less than 100 percent, the Air Force officials will

Airman Johnson memorial services scheduled

Memorial services for Senior Airman Daniel Johnson, an explosive ordnance disposal technician assigned here who was killed Oct. 5 while serving in Afghanistan, are planned for Wednesday, Oct. 13, on base and in Santa Maria, Calif.10 a.m.-Dignified transfer ceremony at the base flightline 11

Vandenberg hosts 5th Annual Fire Muster