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  • Moments of heroism backed up by less dramatic moments

    It was January 24, 2008. Hawg 13 flight, a formation of two A-10 Thunderbolt IIs, launched from the safety of Bagram Air Base into the overcast darkness of a crisp winter night in northeast Afghanistan. More than 115 miles to the east, a friendly armored convoy slowly made its way through the

  • Courtesy, cleanliness add to gym success

    In addition to packing clean socks, headphones, shorts and bottled water, Sabers should start bringing some courtesy when they enter the fitness center for their work-outs. Of about 15,000 people tied to the 52nd Fighter Wing, many are not only required, but also eager to exercise to stay in shape.

  • Capitol Hill visit enlightening experience

    As part of the Wing Commander Capitol Hill Visit Program, wing commanders Air Force-wide periodically visit Capitol Hill to speak with members of Congress to discuss base concerns as well as issues in the Air Force. Col. Tip Wight, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, recently had that opportunity, and

  • Attitude, timing are keys to leadership success

    Writing a commentary a few weeks after the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Commander, Gen. Roger Brady, published his thoughts on leadership is a difficult task, but with a little help from his article I'll give it a go. I'll start by borrowing a short piece of his article. Gen. Brady said we'll survive

  • You are cordially invited to the Air Force Ball

    Who: All 52nd Fighter Wing Airmen What: The Air Force Ball When: Sept. 26 -- Doors open at 5:52 p.m.; dinner will be served at 7 p.m. Where: Club Eifel ball room Why: The Air Force Ball is an event for Airmen to gather and celebrate the accomplishments and heritage of their service since its

  • Character matters no matter what stage of life

    I had the honor of addressing a group of Junior ROTC cadets and their parents at their annual awards banquet a couple of ago. As I thought about what to say to a group of high school teenagers, I couldn't help but think of the similarities between them and Airmen, officers and enlisted. It dawned on

  • Air Force culture of responsibility

    As Airmen, we have taken a solemn vow to serve and protect our nation, and I commend you for your service. With that service, however, comes great responsibility and the necessity to make proper choices. We are confronted every day with choices, both on and off-duty, that can and do impact both the

  • The wing HO, Air Force history and you

    Airmen and leaders at all levels may not clearly understand what a historian does, why the Air Force considers history important and of what use Air Force History is to you. The following provides a general overview of a historian's Air-Force purpose. To start, the office symbol of the history

  • Priceless Parking in Germany

    Moving to a different country brings up many questions. Sometimes these questions are left to answering on your own. One of the many concerns when arriving here is where to park and how to do so properly. This can be challenging since it can involve finding an open space, finding a space large

  • PPE and MMA: A perfect mix for martial arts

    With the explosion of the Ultimate Fighting Championship and other mixed martial arts competitions, MMA is becoming one of the most practiced sports in the world. The issue of safety is often raised when people start to discuss the merits of mixed martial arts, and rightfully so. After all, the