COLUMBUS AFB NEWS

  • The First Thanksgiving

    Imagine leaving your home country in search for a life free of religious persecution. It sounds like a noble move. It's a decision that many people - to this day choose. Sometimes, those people head to the United States. One of the first notable groups to make that journey is the 102 - now called -

  • Home cooking fires peak on Thanksgiving Day

    As Americans prepare Thanksgiving meals, it is imperative that they keep safety in mind since cooking fires are more likely to occur on Thanksgiving than on any other day of the year. The incidence of home cooking fires is roughly three times the daily average on Thanksgiving. National Fire

  • Dormsgiving gives to Enlisted Dorm Residents

    Some BLAZE team members will not be home for this Thanksgiving, but base leadership came together to give a Thanksgiving dinner to those staying at the enlisted dorms over the holiday.All sections of the base were well represented by enlisted dorm residents and base leadership at this year's

  • General officer, former graduate speaks at Class 11-02 graduation

    A former graduate of Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training at Columbus Air Force Base returned Nov. 18 to address the latest SUPT class as a brigadier general during Class 11-02 graduation.Brig. Gen. Arnold W. Bunch Jr., 312th Aeronautical Systems Wing commander and Air Force Program Executive

  • “The Weaponry of the Code”

    Native Americans have a long tradition of being a part of our nation's military. Since the war of 1812, Native Americans have played a vital role in military victory. As a part of this month's education on Native American culture, it is important to recognize their efforts in achieving Allied

  • Operations Group hosts semiannual Career Day

    Aircraft and aircrews representing the spectrum of Air Force missions descended upon Columbus AFB, Saturday, Nov. 13 to provide students, instructor pilots and their families with first-hand accounts of each airframe's role in current global operations. Career Day is a semiannual event hosted by the

  • New commander takes reins of Air Education and Training Command

    Gen. Edward A. Rice took command of Air Education and Training Command from Gen. Stephen R. Lorenz during a ceremony here today."The set of activities for which the United States Air Force is responsible is extremely complex," said General Rice, who previously commanded U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air

  • What is Native American Heritage Month?

    Native American Heritage month started at the turn of the century with hopes to recognize and highlight the significant contributions of the first Americans. It has grown from its initial one day of recognition into a whole month dedicated to the education and celebration of our Native American

  • Volunteers make all the difference to Tops in Blue

    "I could use some volunteers over here!" yells a tall man in a gray shirt and a lifting belt while looking over a large crate filled with metal bars.A group of people respond to his request by rushing over and taking the metal bars backstage to add to the set.The backdrops, the intricate light and