Feb. 8, 2011 52nd FW receives Outstanding Unit Award Servicemembers of the 52nd Fighter Wing were awarded the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award for the period of July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2010.Airmen who worked under the 52nd FW during this time are eligible for the award's corresponding ribbon. Subordinate organizations, such as tenant units or
Feb. 4, 2011 Super Saber Performer Name: Staff Sgt. Nadia N. WarsameUnit: 52nd Force Support SquadronDuty title: NCO in charge of Personnel EmploymentHometown: Columbus, OhioYears in Service: Five yearsWhy I joined: I joined the Air Force because I wanted to do something no one in my family has done before. I wanted to be different,
Feb. 4, 2011 Air Force announces additional force management measures Air Force leaders announced involuntary force management programs Feb. 2 to reduce personnel as a supplement to the voluntary programs announced in December. These measures are part of the Air Force's multi-year Force Management Program aimed at shaping and sizing the force. With more Airmen
Feb. 4, 2011 Defense Act to increase age cutoff for dependent benefits The signing of the National Defense Authorization Act of fiscal year 2011 into law enables TRICARE to extend coverage to eligible adult children up to age 26. A premium-based TRICARE Young Adult program is expected to be in place later this spring.The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of
Feb. 4, 2011 Antivirus software can now be downloaded at home Air Force Portal users may now download home-use antivirus software from a non-.mil computer, including a home computer. The Defense Department's Antivirus Software License Agreement with McAfee and Symantec allows active DoD employees, not including contractors, to utilize antivirus software for
Feb. 2, 2011 Weapons controllers share knowledge with German counterparts Effective communication and teamwork are an essential part of any long-term relationship. The relationship between Spangdahlem Air Base and its host country, Germany, is no different. Cultural exchange and international team building are a part of daily life in the Eifel region.Eight German officers
Feb. 1, 2011 Super Bowl coverage on American Forces Network announced Super Bowl XLV will be broadcast on both American Forces Network television and radio on Feb. 6. Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines deployed in 175 countries and 140 Navy ships overseas will be provided almost 20 hours of original, Super Bowl-related programming. Viewers and listeners can check
Feb. 1, 2011 National Children’s Dental Health Month begins February is National Children's Dental Health Month. The American Dental Association promotes this year's program with the slogan, "A Healthy Smile? It's easy to find." Help children maintain healthy teeth and gums by encouraging them to limit sugary snacks, brush teeth at least twice per day and
Feb. 1, 2011 Annual utilities allowance survey period to end The annual Overseas Housing Allowance Utilities Expense Survey period for Germany will end March 31. The survey is intended for all military personnel who reside off-base in privately-leased or rental housing. The web address to the online survey is available on the U.S. Army Europe home page under