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  • Air Force clarifies post-deployment stand-down policy

    The Air Force post-deployment stand-down policy allows Airmen returning from deployments and lengthy temporary duty assignments time off work for recuperation and reconstitution upon their return, said the deputy chief of staff of personnel recently at the Pentagon. "Reconstitution involves all the

  • Air Force changes captain promotion process

    Air Force Personnel Center officials recently announced changes to the captain promotion process, which will affect Line of the Air Force officers. Beginning January 2008, active-duty LAF officers will be considered for promotion to captain on a quarterly basis, instead of during the third quarter

  • Top Saber Performer for the week of Oct. 12 - 18

    Tech. Sgt. Timothy J. Smith, 52nd Equipment Maintenance Squadron Alternate Mission Equipment Section NCOIC, has been named the 52nd Fighter Wing's Top Saber Performer for the week of Oct. 19 - 25. Name: Tech. Sgt. Timothy J. Smith Unit: 52nd Equipment Maintenance Squadron Duty title: Alternate

  • Debunking the COLA Myth

    When arriving overseas you probably noticed an additional item on your pay statement entitled COLA or Cost of Living Allowance. What is COLA and why do we receive this allowance? COLA is intended to maintain your purchasing power so you can purchase similar goods and services overseas as in the

  • Tricare adds coverage for breast cancer MRI screenings

    www.tricare.mil/pressroom/doctor_is_in.aspxRecognizing the importance of early detection, officials from the Tricare Management Activity recently changed its policy adding coverage for Magnetic Resonance Imaging screening for women at high risk of developing breast cancer. The American Cancer

  • Holiday deadlines rapidly approaching for troop support

    While the holidays may still seem far away, Americans hoping to show their support to deployed troops must be aware of some rapidly approaching deadlines. According to the Military Postal Service Agency, or MPSA, mail going parcel post must be sent by Nov. 14, while first class mail must be sent by

  • Wing safety office spreads knowledge to protect motorists

    The 52nd Fighter Wing Safety Office has a few pointers to make the change in weather and driving as painless as possible for Eifel community residents. Winter is upon us, and there are some important things Sabers should know to get through this year's winter season safe and accident-free. "Saber

  • Wing emphases early release policy

    Due to last year's inclement weather situations and hazardous road conditions, the 52nd Fighter Wing leadership drafted a new policy regarding early release, and introduced a staggering release policy designed to help keep Sabers safe on their drives home. Members from weather, security forces and