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  • Demo 'wows' on ground, in air

    Viper East showcases Air Force fighter jet capabilities worldwide as the team soars through the demonstration season. One of two F-16 aerial demo teams in Air Combat Command, Viper East trains year-round to hone the aerial sequences flown at more than 30 events. So far this season, the team has

  • Air Force uniform updates

    Air Force officials today announced policy updates in the 98th Virtual Uniform Board decisions posted June 10. The following provides a snapshot of approved uniform wear. Follow-on messages will be released that contain detailed guidance and instructions. All information will be incorporated into

  • ORI...why?

    The Operational Readiness Inspection is fast approaching and the 20th Fighter Wing is focused on performing well. But what exactly is operational readiness? And why is the inspection of it a monumental event for Shaw? Operational readiness, as defined by the 20th FW Plans and Inspections Chief, Lt.

  • 20th MXG improves ORI flightline ops

    Members of the 20th Maintenance Group had a problem that needed fixing.The equipment on the line had no designated parking locations.In an effort to get jets off the ground faster, flightline workers needed a standard for aircraft-support equipment stored on the parking ramp.According to

  • VA creates new Post 9/11 GI Bill

    The Servicemembers' Readjustment Act of 1944, commonly known as the GI Bill of Rights, was signed into law by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt June 22, 1944. By the time the original GI Bill ended in July 1956, 7.8 million World War II veterans had participated in an education or training backed