• Students connect with heritage at National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- On a crisp fall Saturday morning, 22 students from the Air Force Institute of Technology’s Joint Intermediate Cyberspace Operations Course arrived at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force for a tour specifically curated for them.  Led by volunteer museum

  • Installation commander relieved

    The commander of the 88th Air Base Wing at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, was relieved of command Dec. 29 due to a loss of confidence in his ability to lead.  

  • Dollars to pounds: AFIT delivers cost estimating course across the pond

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The 48th Civil Engineer Squadron at RAF Lakenheath, England, hosted the Air Force Institute of Technology’s Civil Engineer School for an on-site offering of the Life Cycle Cost Estimating Course.Course director Thomas Glardon led the two-week course, which

  • When should you go to the IG?

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Inspector General’s Office provides services to all military and civilian personnel, retirees and family members.But when should that become an option? The IG response most often is, “When you have tried all other means and the issue(s) remain

  • Navigating Leadership Dynamics: Embracing Likability!

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – I recently came across a thought-provoking quote from psychologist Adam Grant emphasizing the significance of leaders earning the respect of their teams. It sparked cognitive dissonance and a passionate reflection.  Here’s the quote: "Leaders shouldn't aim to

  • Wright-Patterson honors 120th anniversary of first human powered flight

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – A ceremony honoring the 120th anniversary of the first human powered flight will be held at the Wright Brothers Memorial at 10 a.m. Dec. 15.The memorial is located on Wright Memorial Hill near Area B and is open to the public. Base leadership will provide

  • AFSA Kittyhawk Chapter 751 hosts holiday party for Vets

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Air Force Sergeants Association Kittyhawk Chapter 751 hosted their annual holiday party at the Dayton Veterans Affairs (VA) campus on December 2, 2023. Judy Garcia, the VA Center for Development and Civic Engagement representative for the AFSA chapter,

  • BBB Offers Tips For Holiday Deliveries

    DAYTON, Ohio -- As the holidays near, you’ll start to see more delivery trucks, such as Amazon and USPS, especially with the high demand of online shopping. If you’re among those expecting package deliveries, protect yourself from porch pirates and other scammers.          Be alert this season for

  • USAFA enlisted faculty members visit AFIT

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Air Force Institute of Technology hosted three enlisted faculty members from the United States Air Force Academy, Oct. 17, aiming at educating current enlisted master’s students there about opportunities to teach.USAFA’s Enlisted Academic Faculty Program