Shaw Air Force Base Features

Building basics: FTD forms maintenance professionals

Senior Airman Kelsey Tucker — Tue, 27 Jun 2017 12:04:39 GMT

Armed with wrenches, protective gear and iPads stocked with technical orders and schematics, these

20th FW gains realistic combat experience

Senior Airman Zade Vadnais — Tue, 23 May 2017 20:37:01 GMT

Explosions and gunfire are heard across Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, as unidentified enemy forces continue to attack the installation for the third consecutive day.

AADD wingmen: getting home safely

Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 11:56:05 GMT

Throughout their careers, Airmen are often reminded about the “wingman concept” and looking out for

Key wingmen

Airman 1st Class Destinee Sweeney — Tue, 14 Mar 2017 18:47:12 GMT

When a family is in need, these wingmen are always waiting to swoop in and save the day. Whether they are facing financial troubles or hardships that can accompany deployments, the Shaw Key Spouse Program is dedicated to the men and women who support service members and the mission.

Operation BOLO

National Museum of the US Air Force — Mon, 13 Mar 2017 20:03:00 GMT

Led by Col. Robin Olds, OPERATION BOLO used a brilliant deception tactic that destroyed half of the

My miles have meaning

Senior Airman Kelsey Tucker — Tue, 07 Mar 2017 20:30:06 GMT

“On your mark, get set, go!”Amidst cheers and applause, the runners take off from the starting line.

Building bonds: Airman recognized by community

Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves — Wed, 22 Feb 2017 19:17:00 GMT

Across the Air Force, Airmen of all ranks are encouraged to become leaders.As Airmen become NCOs,

Shaw rolls out AF civilian appraisal system

Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado — Tue, 07 Feb 2017 21:11:54 GMT

The Civilian Personnel Office hosted a Civilian Appraisal System brief at the Shaw Theatre here, Feb. 7. The brief, open to all Team Shaw civilians and their supervisors, identified the “New Beginnings” appraisal system being rolled out Air Force-wide April 1.

Airmen of steel

Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado — Tue, 07 Feb 2017 21:10:50 GMT

Airmen assigned to the 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron metals technology laboratory are tasked with ensuring broken gear and tool parts such as bolts and gears are repaired or replaced, and are ready for reinstallation into numerous pieces of equipment around base.

Proving themselves with Joint Task Force Proven Force

Airman 1st Class Kelsey Tucker — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT

On Jan. 17, 1991, 20th Fighter Wing forces participated in Joint Task Force Proven Force, flying

Airman grows from adversity, helps others remain resilient

Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves — Wed, 25 Jan 2017 21:32:48 GMT

For some individuals, the most difficult struggles in life come one at a time, but for one Team Shaw

Load crew competition tests readiness

Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 20:11:24 GMT

Airmen from the 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron tested their knowledge and readiness during a

Looking back on seven decades of difference

Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 16:34:53 GMT

Less than six and a half years after Shaw Field was officially activated, it was redesignated as

Volunteer shines at Shaw

Airman 1st Class Destinee Sweeney — Tue, 10 Jan 2017 12:53:22 GMT

In a bright room filled with patients, the next customer in line advances. Dividers zig zag through

Shaw, Fairchild Airmen fuel the fight

Senior Airman Zade Vadnais — Fri, 06 Jan 2017 21:10:14 GMT

A group of F-16CM Fighting Falcons take off from the foggy flightline at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina. They soar above the clouds and into the airspace over the Atlantic Ocean, heading east until they can no longer see the land behind them. Despite the meticulous checklists run on aircraft before they take flight, the jets are running low on fuel after being airborne for less than an hour.

Operation Sun Run: Setting a new high score

Airman 1st Class Kelsey Tucker — Fri, 09 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT

On Nov. 27, 1957, six pilots from the 17th and 18th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadrons assigned to

Friendship is forever

Airman 1st Class Destinee Sweeney — Mon, 05 Dec 2016 14:14:00 GMT

On a cold winter night, people stand around a holiday tree in anticipation. A chaplain stands among them, offering his services to those of all faiths and sharing words of wisdom with the crowd. After a countdown, a child flips a switch to turn on the lights, making the tree glow with décor, and the audience cheers.

Thanksgiving: continuing military tradition

Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 14:42:04 GMT

Holiday commercials and movies often highlight close-knit families that travel from near and far to

30 years past: 20th FW role in Victor Alert

Airman 1st Class Kelsey Tucker — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 15:29:00 GMT

Thirty years ago, the first of November marked the end of the decades-long nuclear stalemate between

Standing up for fitness

Airman 1st Class Kelsey Tucker — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 14:53:00 GMT

According to a study done by Research Now, an independent panel research firm, Americans spend an