Jan. 10, 2018 F-16s burn up runway with hot pits Just as race car drivers trust their pit crew to repair their vehicle during a pit stop, pilots trust tactical aircraft maintainers to fuel their aircraft and check for damage during “hot pits” so they can continue flying training missions to hone their skills.
Jan. 8, 2018 Air Force saves Airmen time, no longer requires first year evaluations Air Force officials announced Jan. 4, 2018, Enlisted Performance Reports are no longer required for regular Air Force Airmen in the grade of airman first class and below with less than 36 months’ Time-In-Service or Air Reserve Component Airmen below the grade of senior airman.
Jan. 5, 2018 Inspection team keeps aircraft flying The 20th EMS inspection team tests aircraft temperature sensors, computer systems and wing integrity to keep the jets flying safely.
Jan. 5, 2018 Medically ready to be mission ready From periodic health assessments to regular dental exams, every Airman should know the importance of maintaining their Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) at all times.
Jan. 5, 2018 Surge into a New Year F-16CM Fighting Falcons assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing taxi down the flightline during a surge at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, Jan. 10, 2017.
Jan. 3, 2018 Wild Weasels present Proud Falcon Airmen assigned to the 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron demonstrated commitment to the combat readiness of their F-16CM Fighting Falcons during a Proud Falcon Competition, Dec. 21.
Jan. 2, 2018 Rock Solid Warrior: Staff Sgt. William Banton The Rock Solid Warrior program is a way to recognize and spotlight the Airmen of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing for their positive impact and commitment to the mission.
Dec. 22, 2017 Team Shaw spouse receives wing-level award Karika White, 20th Component Maintenance Squadron key spouse mentor, was awarded the 2018 Joan Orr Air Force Spouse of the Year Award from the 20th Fighter Wing, Nov. 2017.
Dec. 19, 2017 Shaw members frolic in winter wonderland The 20th Force Support Squadron hosted Frosty Fest, a family-friendly winter celebration for Team Shaw members, at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, Dec. 17.
Dec. 19, 2017 Arbor Day celebrated at Shaw Since the first Arbor Day celebration was held in 1872 in Nebraska City, Nebraska, the idea of celebrating tree planting as a means to improve the environment has spread to all 50 states.