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Default Air Force Logo CAF domains impact mission effectiveness
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Failure is not an option. Mission success relies on an Airman’s ability to bounce back from any challenge, regardless of the situation.The goal of the Air Force-wide Comprehensive Airman Fitness initiative is to build and sustain a thriving and resilient Air Force community that fosters mental, physical, social, and
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2016
Thousands of men, women and children attend one of the first open houses held at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., May 16, 1954. During the open house, attendees saw demonstrations from armed forces personnel such as helicopter rescue teams, and got an up-close look at modern aircraft of the time, including B-25 Mitchells, RB-54A Canberras and RF-80 Shooting Stars, all of which are no longer in service. (Photo courtesy of 20th Fighter Wing historian) A history of air shows
With the multitude of aerial acts, displays, and other exciting performances, the Shaw Air Expo and open house, "Thunder Over the Midlands" is sure to be a lasting subject of conversation.Air shows have a long and rich history, dating back to the dawn of flight. In fact, the "Grande Semaine d'Aviation de la Champagne", or the Rheims Aviation
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2016
Thousands of men, women and children attend one of the first open houses held at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., May 16, 1954. During the open house, attendees saw demonstrations from armed forces personnel such as helicopter rescue teams, and got an up-close look at modern aircraft of the time, including B-25 Mitchells, RB-54A Canberras and RF-80 Shooting Stars, all of which are no longer in service. (Photo courtesy of 20th Fighter Wing historian) A history of air shows
With the multitude of aerial acts, displays, and other exciting performances, the Shaw Air Expo and open house, "Thunder Over the Midlands" is sure to be a lasting subject of conversation.Air shows have a long and rich history, dating back to the dawn of flight. In fact, the "Grande Semaine d'Aviation de la Champagne", or the Rheims Aviation
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2016
U.S. Airmen assigned to the 363rd Tactical Fighter Wing welcome one of the first three F-16A Fighting Falcons to Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 26, 1982. The F-16 is a compact, highly-maneuverable fighter aircraft designed for air-to-air and air-to-surface attack, and has been in use by the U.S. Air Force for more than 40 years. (Photo by Norman E. Taylor courtesy of 20th Fighter Wing historian) The F-16 Fighting Falcon: Then and Now
A small grey jet zooms through the air at just below the speed of sound, the grace of its precise turns and rolls sharply juxtaposed by the roar of its mighty engine. As simultaneously beautiful and dangerous as the bird of prey after which it is named, the aircraft is a paragon of defense technology that commands as much respect in combat as it
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2016
Garrett Oakden, son of U.S. Air Force Col. Neil Oakden, U.S. Air Forces Central Command A5 director, plants a longleaf pine sapling at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Jan. 23, 2016. Longleaf pine trees are native to South Carolina and provide a habitat for over 30 endangered and threatened species including red-cockaded woodpeckers and indigo snakes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zade Vadnais) Team Shaw, Sumter community fortify local ecosystem
Dozens of pink flags line a lonely road on a chilly Saturday morning. Flurries of snow fall lazily from the gray sky as volunteers ranging from elementary school-aged Cub Scouts to field grade officers plant Longleaf Pine saplings next to each and every flag.The saplings may not be very impressive now. In fact, the neon flags next to each
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2016
Service members from several units at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan pay their respects during a fallen comrade ceremony held in honor of six Airmen Dec. 23, 2015. The six Airmen lost their lives in an improvised explosive attack near Bagram Dec. 21, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Nicholas Rau) Chaplains support deployed, stateside missions
"It is an honor to stand beside a brother or sister, wearing the same uniform, putting your life in the hands of another, and walking with those who had the same commitment as you, together, in the same great struggle. To us who assemble here today, I say may we continue to carry the banner of freedom with the same honor and dignity as our departed
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2016
A U.S. Marine assigned to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 31 stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C., waits for an enemy convoy to pass at Poinsett Electronic Combat Range, Wedgefield, S.C., Dec. 11, 2015. During the week-long exercise, 270 Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 273 performed various vehicle mounted convoys, crash and recovery missions, and performed maintenance on the range while defending their camp from the enemy Red Cell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Michael Cossaboom) Ensuring freedom: Marines hone combat capabilities
The sounds of falling leaves and chirps from native birds that live on Poinsett Electronic Combat Range, Wedgefield, South Carolina Cold fill the brisk air. As the fog rolls in, silhouettes of Marines rising from their tents can be seen in the distance. Though the Marines are not native to the area like the wildlife, for a week they will call the
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2016
Julie Hovis, 20th Civil Engineer Squadron endangered species biologist, attempts to catch a Red-cockaded Woodpecker at Poinsett Electronic Combat Range, Wedgefield, S.C., Nov. 6, 2015. The RCW is an endangered bird that the 20th CES is assisting with repopulating. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Diana M. Cossaboom) Shaw boosts neighboring endangered species population
A black and white speckled Red-cockaded Woodpecker peeks her head out of a cavity carved into a living Longleaf Pine and glances around before roosting for the night.The mere existence of the endangered fledgling is the outcome of diligence and care provided by the 20th Civil Engineer Squadron Natural and Cultural Resources personnel, who have
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2015
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kyle Denzine, 20th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment specialist, smooths out a parachute at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 20, 2015. Before the parachute gets packed, AFE Airmen must inspect it to ensure it is free of tears and debris. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Michael Cossaboom) No second chances: AFE Airmen ensure pilot safety
Pilots rush into the locker room preparing for another day of flying. Laughing and joking, they throw on their gear and grab their helmets. To them it's just another day, but the Airmen that serviced their equipment look on with a slightly anxious look in their eyes as they see the pilots walk out the door to their aircraft. Confident, yet tense,
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2015
Default Air Force Logo Shaw involves community in environmental restoration process
For the 20th Fighter Wing, the mission always comes first - but the needs of the mission must be balanced with the responsibility to ensure impact on the environment is minimal.To encourage community involvement in the environmental restoration process, the Department of Defense created Restoration Advisory Boards in 1994 to facilitate an open
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2015
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