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  • Lynda Bubacz, an American Gold Star Mother tears up as she sees her son’s name on a memorial plaque at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., April 23, 2019.

    Gold Star Mothers honor legacy of their sons

    With heavy hearts and strong spirits, two American Gold Star mothers, from the South Carolina chapter, mustered the courage to tour Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., as tribute to their fallen sons, April 22.
  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Carson Buice, 20th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, speaks to visitors in the 77th Fighter Squadron life support section at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., April 15, 2019.

    From raceway to runway

    Airmen assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing and Air Combat Command F-16 Viper Demonstration Team hosted Conor Daly, Air Force Honda race car driver, and Townsend Bell, sports commentator and professional race car driver, April 15-16.
  • Julie A. Lego, Youth of the Year recipient, poses for a photo with her family and 20th Force Support Squadron leadership on Shaw Air Force Base, SC, April 13, 2019.

    Team Shaw throws EGGstravaganza

    The 20th Force Support Squadron hosted an ‘EGGstravaganza’ event at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, April 13.
  • Earl Johnston, kayaking instructor, paddle boards on Black River near, Ridgeville, S.C., April 13, 2019.

    Back on track with your kayak

    The 20th Force Support Squadron Outdoor Recreation Center provides Airmen with the opportunity to network and enhance morale through various outdoor activities.
  • Chris Simon, Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA) member smiles for a photo at the 20th Force Support Squadron Trap and Skeet Range, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., April 4, 2019.

    Shaw shells out to Sumter

    With a swift motion a shooter’s shotgun barrel faced the sky, they load five shells, pump the shotgun and lift it to their shoulder shouting, “pull” as the range manager pushes a button to release a clay ‘bird’; the shooter breathes in slowly and squeezes the trigger.
  • U.S. Airmen assigned to the 20th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department perform morning physical training at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., April 9, 2019.

    Day in the life: 20th CES fire department

    When a home bursts into flames, breathing becomes more difficult and chances of escape dwindle as the fire roars. With a gray haze overflowing the house, the air begins to turn more toxic and heat intensifies, all hope seems lost.
  • U.S. Airmen from the 20th Medical Group pose for a photo after training under the 914th Air Reserve Wing, Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES), at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., April 9, 2019.

    Ground Medics train for combat

    With a critical care mission spanning the globe, 20th Medical Group Airmen are tasked to support patients domestically and in deployed locations, making it vital to maximize their survivability.
  • Along with static displays, guests also received the opportunity to interact military and civilian members.

    Shaw, community gather for flightline 5K

    Strengthening relationships with local communities is one of the many factors of mission success for many Air Force installations. To show support for the community, the 20th Force Support Squadron Fitness Center hosted a 5K flightline run, April 6.
  • A Green Knights Military Motorcycle Club (MMC) rider starts his bike to line up with his comrades before a long ride, March 30, 2019.

    Green Knights Chapter 58 protect each other like family

    With wind in their faces and steel under their boots the Green Knights Military Motorcycle Club Chapter 58, flies down the road with matching green shirts and leather cuts on their backs, all turning in sync, with their skin covered to protect from the wind.
  • If an Airman is assaulted, representatives of the Air Force’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocacy program are available to assist 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

    Victim advocates are here for you

    Flashbacks of a living nightmare haunt an Airman in the middle of the night. The face of the person who defiled them is burned into their mind. This Airman is not alone. When an Airman is assaulted, representatives of the Air Force’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocacy program are available to assist 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Team Shaw’s 17 victim advocates know all too well the hurt people go through after an assault and spread the word about the SAPR program every way they can.
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