Airman articles from February 2003

Airman archives from February 2003

The risk takes: aviation pioneers helped mold a fledging air force.
February 1, 2003... There are few people who've doubted the might of American military aviation. Those who did felt its global reach and devastating knockout punch. American aviation helped speed up the surrender of Germany and Japan in World War II. Kept the...

Academy flight training on again. (Airman's World).
February 1, 2003... U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo.-After a five-year absence from the Academy airfield, the school's introductory flight training is at full throttle again. In November, 12 second lieutenants from the class of 2002 became the first fledgling...

Jake the beagle turns in his badge. (Airman's World).
February 1, 2003... LAJES FIELD, Portugal -- Jake walked the security forces beat at this base on the windy Azores island of Terceira for most of his 84 "dog" years. But no more. The sometimes ornery pooch--who had the distinction of being the only beagle in...

Thunderbirds release 2003 show schedule. (Airman's World).(Calendar)
February 1, 2003... NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, "Thunderbirds," goes back on the road next month. The team will perform more than 75 shows in 29 states and Canada. Here is the 2003 schedule: March 15-16...

Airman wins Marine Corps Marathon.(Capt. Christopher Juarez)
February 1, 2003... ARLINGTON, Va. -- Capt. Christopher Juarez beat more than 14,600 runners to win the 27th annual Marine Corps Marathon. The contracting officer from Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., finished in 2 hours, 25 minutes, 1 second. "To be in the...

Polar airmen get an 'A'. (Airman's World).(Arctic Service device )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... AIR FORCE PERSONNEL CENTER--Airmen who serve a short tour above the Arctic Circle are getting an "A" for their effort. The A is a bronze-colored Arctic Service device active duty, Reserve and Guard airmen may wear for completing a short...

Cyber path to a better move. (Airman Consumer).
February 1, 2003... Orders and movers and rent, oh my! Although a cliche, the phrase reflects the chaos and frustration of relocation. Every year about one-third of military members relocate to new assignments. Countless Web sites can make transitions almost...

Air mail.(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2003... Fallen hero Having read the citation for Senior Airman Jason Cunningham ["Air Force Honors Fallen Hero," November 2002], I can only wonder why he wasn't awarded the Medal of Honor. Although not declared a "war" by Congress, the action seen...

Have Mojo, will travel: from toys to extra socks and duct tape, veterans know what makes deploying a little easier.
February 1, 2003... Chem gear? Check. Body armor? Check. Extra underwear? Check. Mojo Jojo? Check. Like most Air Force people preparing for a deployment, 2nd Lt. Joseph Estrada uses a checklist to ensure he doesn't forget anything that may be needed in...

The man from MARS: ham radio buff helps airmen an families keep in touch.(Ray Scheffler and the Military Affiliate Radio System)
February 1, 2003... Communicating with MARS isn't what it used to be. When Ray Scheffler started patching morale calls through the Military Affiliate Radio System more than 40 years ago, the Vietnam War kept him busy. "E-mail access and cell phones have...

Mission possible: advanced skills training prepares airmen for controlling aircraft in combat.
February 1, 2003... Editor's note: Per Special Operations Command guidance, no special operator is identified by surname. Some photos have been digitally altered to remove surnames in accordance with policy for security reasons. On the edge of a glistening...

The past preserved: history and heritage kept, alive on pacific base.(Misawa Air Base)
February 1, 2003... In Japan, a team of archaeologists meticulously unearths the remnants of an ancient family dwelling on the banks of a stream near what will eventually be an Air Force drainage project at Misawa Air Base. Bulldozers designed to carve a...

The heavy lifestyle: McChord C-17 crews stepping up to the challenges.
February 1, 2003... Capts. Scott Nishwitz and Tres Triplett craned their necks. Behind them on the flight deck, 1st Lt. David Weber, now standing, did the same. But none of the three young men could see the runway they knew was down there, somewhere. A...