News

  • SARC show draws the line

    Columbus Air Force Base Airmen gave their verdict on a case of sexual assault during a presentation April 24 at Kaye Auditorium.The case, based off of an actual event, followed two subjects; Todd and Amy from a party back to the female's residence, presenting both stories and the facts from the

  • TrailBLAZE'r - April 27

    Name/unit: Brandon Michael Thomas/14th SFS/S4SJob title: Armorer/Patrolman/Supply TechnicianTime at Columbus AFB: 1 year, 3 months Time in Service: 1 year, 10 moonthsHometown: Fairbanks, AlaskaCareer goals: Get Bachelor in Criminal Justice, Become a chief master sergeantFamily members: Don and

  • TrailBLAZE'r - April 20

    Name: Dianne JamesUnit: 14th Medical Operations SquadronJob title: SecretaryTime at Columbus AFB: Two years and ten monthsTime in Service: Twenty-one Years and seven Months Hometown: New Orleans, La.Career goals: Maintain excellent working ethics and enhance administrative skills.Family members:

  • Conserve today. Secure tomorrow

    This year marks the 42nd anniversary of the first Earth Day. Born out of a grassroots movement to encourage awareness of the growing air and water pollution, Earth Day has evolved into an international celebration of our commitment to protect and conserve the Earth's natural resources. Over 190

  • One text or call could wreck it all

    Did you know that "distracted driving" was the 2009 word of the year according to Webster's Dictionary? But unfortunately, this is no passing fad. Distracted driving has become a trend with deadly, real consequences.For anyone who thinks they can talk on their phone, text, apply make-up, or do any

  • Not armed but dangerous: 43rd FTS reservist volunteers for MC-12 mission

    Total Force Integration provides many benefits to the U.S. armed forces and here at Columbus Air Force Base our reservists fill in for active duty members on a daily basis.One member of the 43rd Flying Training Squadron took the meaning of TFI to the next level, volunteering to take the place of an

  • TrailBLAZE'r - April 13

    Name: Staff Sgt. Leona Kendrick Unit: 14th Flying Training Wing Judge Advocate OfficeJob title: NCOIC, Military JusticeTime at Columbus AFB: Six monthsTime in Service: Five yearsHometown: Susan Moore, Ala.Career goals: Finish my bachelor's degree in Legal/Paralegal StudiesFamily members: Sister,

  • New fire truck introduced to Air Force

    In times of budget cuts and downsizing in the United States Air Force the fire and rescue teams are looking into a cost-efficient solution to the current way fires are fought. The solution: Ultra-high pressure and foam.Columbus Air Force Base recently received the P34 Rapid Intervention Vehicle, a

  • Discourage birds: Save lives

    Birds.To the average American their energetic chirping, colorful feathers and enviable freedom in the air makes them nice to have around. However for an aviator, bird populations carry the possibility of heavy damage to their aircraft and even death.The heroic landing of an Airbus A320 in the Hudson