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37th FTS teaches aviation basics to new pilots

Second Lt. Kason Pifer, and Zachary Tarbox, 37th Flying Training Squadron student pilots, help 2nd Lt. Rachael Grant, 37th FTS student pilot, into a pool Oct. 13, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Student pilots swim in their squadron’s pool when the student successfully completes their first solo-flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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37th FTS teaches aviation basics to new pilots

Second Lt. William Groff, 37th Flying Training Wing student pilot, prepares for a solo flight Oct. 11, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. When students aren’t in the simulators, on computer-based training, or studying, they fill their time with flights; in a single day students can potentially fly three times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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37th FTS teaches aviation basics to new pilots

Second Lt. William Groff, 37th Flying Training Wing student pilot, prepares for a solo flight Oct. 11, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Students complete solo flights in order to progress through the Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training course; however students will fly with an instructor pilot a majority of their flights. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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37th FTS teaches aviation basics to new pilots

An instructor pilot and student pilot from the 37th Flying Training Squadron prepare for a flight Sept. 28, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Instructor pilots fly with the student pilots on almost every flight to provide immediate feedback and help with any grading and teaching the students may need. An IP can fly up to three times in one day, with each flight reaching almost three hours of total flight-time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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37th FTS teaches aviation basics to new pilots

The 37th Flying Training Squadron is where half of the student pilots from Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, learn the basics of military aviation. Seated with an instructor, each student receives about 81 hours of training in the T-6 Texan II trainer aircraft. Students learn basic aircraft characteristics and control; takeoff and landing techniques; aerobatics; and night, instrument and formation flying. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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September BLAZE 5/6 Leadership Highlight Award

Airman 1st Class Mufasa Coley, a 14th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, is awarded the September BLAZE 5/6 Highlight Oct. 2, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, from members of the BLAZE 5/6. Coley received the Blaze 5/6 Leadership Highlight Award for the month of September 2017 in recognition of his outstanding leadership. Coley demonstrated superb firefighting during a house fire on base where he was a part of the initial attack team. He entered the house while it was ablaze and gathered critical infrastructure details of the fire spread and saved two family pets. His direct involvement contributed to the salvage of the building’s contents and the safety of all seven residents involved. Coley is also an avid football fan who is playing for his squadron flag football team and enjoys watching both college and professional games. He also has a passion for the medical treatment side of firefighting, and volunteers at local sporting events as a standby medic.
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T-1 sim instructor serves over 50 years, has no end in sight

Dale Hopkins, T-1A Jayhawk simulation instructor pilot, stands in front of a T-1A Oct. 17, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Since he retired as a colonel in 1989, he has continued his service to the Air Force as a sim instructor, his passion for aviation helping him teach the newest Air Force pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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T-1 sim instructor serves over 50 years, has no end in sight

Dale Hopkins, T-1A Jayhawk simulation instructor pilot, briefs two student pilots before a simulated flight Oct. 17, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Hopkins has over 50 years of Air Force experience he’s able to offer the newest Air Force aviators. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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T-1 sim instructor serves over 50 years, has no end in sight

Dale Hopkins, T-1A Jayhawk simulation instructor pilot, sets up a T-1 simulation Oct. 17, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. He briefs students before and after the three hours of flying in the simulation. He also helps students understand the T-1 and gives them feedback on their flight performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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Noxubee High School JROTC visit Columbus AFB

Twenty-four students from the Noxubee High School Air Force Junior Reserves Officer Training Corps stand in front of the 14th Operations Group Oct. 11, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. The students toured the Aircrew Flight Equipment office, L3 maintenance and flew a T-1A Jayhawk simulator. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Beaux Hebert)
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Roberson holds AETC Senior Leader All-Call at Columbus AFB

Lt. Gen. Darryl L. Roberson, commander of Air Education and Training Command, speaks with 14th Flying Training Wing leadership during an AETC Senior Leader All-Call Oct. 5, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Roberson and AETC Command Chief Master Sergeant Juliet C. Gudgel spoke about future changes and ideas that can be implemented throughout their bases, groups and squadrons to more efficiently lead their students and Airmen.
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Roberson holds AETC Senior Leader All-Call at Columbus AFB

Lt. Gen. Darryl L. Roberson, commander of Air Education and Training Command, converses with 14th Flying Training Wing leadership during an AETC Senior Leader All-Call Oct. 5, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Roberson and AETC Command Chief Master Sergeant Juliet C. Gudgel spoke about future changes and ideas that can be implemented throughout their bases, groups and squadrons to more efficiently lead their students and Airmen.
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Roberson holds AETC Senior Leader All-Call at Columbus AFB

Lt. Gen. Darryl L. Roberson, commander of Air Education and Training Command, speaks with 14th Flying Training Wing leadership during an AETC Senior Leader All-Call Oct. 5, 2017, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. During the briefing, Roberson spoke to leaders about ongoing AETC initiatives, the Continuum of Learning, Air Force Instruction reductions and changes, and the importance of delegating more authority to lower tactical-level commanders.
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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Senior Airman Brianna Brown, 14th Medical Operations Squadron public health technician, talks with students Oct. 3, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Airmen from Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, showcased a total of 21 careers at the expo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)
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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Capt. Andrew Richter, 37th Flying Training Squadron Commander’s Executive Assistant, talks with students Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Airmen from Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, represented seven pathways showcasing 21 careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)
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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Staff Sgt. Donald Porter, 14th Communication Squadron technician, explains the mission of the U.S. Air Force’s communications career field Oct. 4, 2017, at Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Several Air Force careers were displayed in various ways and Airmen explained to students from schools across Mississippi what opportunities the Air Force can provide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Airmen from the 14th Communications Squadron talk with a group of students Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. The expo, hosted by the CREATE Foundation, showcased a multitude of career opportunities for more than 7,000 eighth grade students. The expo took place Oct. 3-5, and had Airmen from Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, from various pathways and careers explain their missions and lifestyle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Second Lt. Riley Quinlan, 14th Civil Engineer Squadron Executive Officer, explains his mission overseas to a group of students Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. Civil engineering is a career field where buildings and structures are not only maintained, but remain combat ready through the hard work of civil engineer Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith Holcomb)
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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Students explore multiple career booths Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. The three-day expo was hosted by the CREATE Foundation and was sponsored by more than 150 organizations to inspire local eighth-grade students. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)
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Airmen showcase AF opportunities to 7,000 students during career expo

Lt. Col. Michael Cline, 14th Force Support Squadron Deputy Commander, talks with a student Oct. 4, 2017, during the Imagine the Possibilities Career Expo at the BancorpSouth Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. The expo was hosted by the CREATE Foundation and was sponsored by more than 150 organizations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Elizabeth Owens)
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