Features

May 6, 2024
Arizona Reservists take training to a new level

In the sprawling expanse of military training, where preparation meets purpose, a new era of readiness is being written. Citizen Airmen, traditionally seen hovering over computer-based training, are now gearing up, rifles in hand, enroute to an unfamiliar, remote location. Their mission: to
May 6, 2024
Flight Nurses: Saving lives at 30,000 feet

When severely injured, wounded or sick service members require transportation via airlift, medical care can’t stop mid-flight.As senior members of aeromedical evacuation teams, it’s the responsibility of U.S. Air Force flight nurses, Air Force specialty code 46N0F, to provide life-saving emergency
May 6, 2024
Southern Edge ’24: Barksdale bomb squadron leads innovative Total Force Integration effort

No one can accuse the 343rd Bomb Squadron of losing its edge.The squadron, part of the Air Force Reserve’s 307th Bomb Wing at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, created an exercise called Southern Edge last year and used lessons learned to implement it again in February and March of this year.
May 6, 2024
The 370th Flight Test Squadron: Reserve unit provides unique support to Edwards mission

While the active-duty 412th Test Wing at Edwards Air Force Base, California, has been known to fly some unique aircraft throughout the years, it has also relied on a unique unit to help accomplish the ever-changing flight test mission: the Air Force Reserve’s 370th Flight Test Squadron.
May 6, 2024
Nordic Response ’24: Niagara Reservists prove they can thrive in harsh arctic climates

For two weeks in March, Citizen Airmen from the 914th Air Refueling Wing, Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, New York, sharpened their skills in harsh arctic climates and mountainous terrains during Exercise Nordic Response ’24 – a Norwegian-led NATO military exercise held every other year.
March 11, 2024
Trash To Treasure: Citizen Airmen, Rescue Dog Bring Joy to Community

The proverb, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” rings true for one Citizen Airman. Maj. C.W. Lemoine and his rescue husky, Luna, can often be found spreading cheer throughout their community.
March 11, 2024
Reserve Opportunities at the National Intelligence University

At the National Intelligence University in Bethesda, Maryland, some of the country’s top intelligence and national security professionals, including Air Force Reservists, are sharpening their skills to provide the Joint Force with a decisive edge in the Great Power Competition.
March 11, 2024
Reserve Hypersonics Bullpen Taking Air Force Higher, Further, Faster

A group of individual mobilization augmentees are moving faster than the speed of sound to help shape the Air Force’s hypersonics program.
March 11, 2024
The Student Becomes the Teacher: Reservist Relishes Role as His Former Military Boss’ Mentor at Civilian Airline

It’s funny how life comes full circle sometimes. Just ask Col. Marc McAllister, an Air Force Reservist since 2006 who will be starting his new job as the IMA for the Capabilities Division, HQ USAF Stategic Deterrence and Nuclear Integration, at the Pentagon in February.
March 11, 2024
Resilient And Relentless: Recruiter Faces Death, Heals Through Desire to Serve

After nearly losing his life and being out of uniform for the past 22 months, an Air Force Reserve recruiter used his time among his teammates at the annual recruiting training event at St. Charles Illinois, in November to fuel his continued recovery and to reflect on why he serves.