News

  • A Final Salute

    Gene, a legendary figure in the Air Force community and a former prisoner of war, was laid to rest in a ceremony marked by the sharp folding of the American flag presented to his wife, Lynn, and the somber notes of "Taps." High above the gathering, the roar of T-38 Talons from the Columbus Air Force

  • The science behind soaring

    The 14th Flying Training Wing’s mission to train world-class pilots relies on a diverse team of scientific and medical experts known as the Biomedical Sciences Corps. These professionals across 13 career fields all do their part to keep Airmen physically and mentally healthy. While the pilots focus

  • Streamlining Pilot Training

    Columbus Air Force Base, alongside other U.S. Air Force pilot training bases, has partnered with the United States Aviation Academy to streamline and innovate the pilot training process. The goal is to reduce timelines while equipping student pilots for success in Undergraduate Pilot Training, or

  • New Command, Same Mission Columbus Medical Group completes realignment

    The Columbus Medical Group (CMG), formerly the 14th Medical Group, officially completed its historic transition and realignment under the 359th Medical Wing Dec. 2, 2025. This move is a significant, deliberate step forward in the Department of the Air Force’s comprehensive effort to stand up the new

  • USECAF Visits CAFB

    Under Secretary of the Air Force Matt Lohmeier visited Columbus Air Force Base Nov. 20 to engage with Airmen, gain insight into modernization initiatives, and reinforce the importance of readiness across the force.