News

  • Thunderbirds announce 2019 officer selections

    The commander of Air Combat Command, Gen. Mike Holmes, has officially selected the officers who will be joining the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds for the 2019 demonstration season.

  • RAWS helps Columbus AFB planes roar through the skies

    Flying without a radio is extremely difficult and extremely dangerous just as flying headfirst into a storm can be a risky endeavor, but the 14th Operations Support Squadron Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems (RAWS) Flight knows exactly what it takes to keep pilots aware and communicating

  • What’s a change of command?

    Every change of command on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, begins with these words: “From ancient times, armies throughout the world have conducted ceremonies to commemorate victory over the enemy, to honor comrades in arms, and celebrate special occasions, such as the change of command."

  • The 41st FTS takes students and molds pilots

    “Unwavering professionals forging American combat airpower,” is the single mission of the 41st Flying Training Squadron at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi.

  • Columbus AFB hosts Patriot Fest 2018

    The 14th Flying Training Wing hosted Thompson Square and Easton Corbin, two American Country music bands, for a live performance at Patriot Fest 2018 July 6 on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi.The event, which was only available to people with base access, started slow due to rain, but ended up

  • Montgomery Village: Junior Airmen’s home away from home

    Every Airman has been the ‘newbie’ at their first duty station and sometimes it can be difficult to meet new people, but Columbus Air Force Base’s Montgomery Village, commonly known as “the Village,” has made meeting and socializing with friends easier.