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US Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight performs, connects with local community

U.S. Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight performs during the Top Flight concert at the Columbus Riverwalk Stage Sept. 27, 2019, in Columbus, Miss. Since 2006, Top Flight has deployed four times, boosting the morale of over 31,000 Joint U.S. and coalition warriors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bean)

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US Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight performs, connects with local community

Tech. Sgt. Greg Lacy, U.S. Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight guitarist, strums his electric guitar during the Top Flight concert at the Columbus Riverwalk Stage Sept. 27, 2019, in Columbus, Miss. Like other ensembles within the U.S. Air Force Band of the West, Top Flight performs in support of official military gatherings, Air Force recruiting and community relations events. They provide a variety of music for dances, dinner shows and receptions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bean)

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US Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight performs, connects with local community

Airman 1st Class Courtney Woods and Tech. Sgt. Nick Daniels, U.S. Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight vocalists, sing together during the Top Flight concert at the Columbus Riverwalk Stage Sept. 27, 2019, in Columbus, Miss. Members of Top Flight include Woods and Daniels on vocals, Tech. Sgt. Greg Lacy on guitar, Tech. Sgt. Troy Griffin on drums, Master Sgt. Mark Frandsen on bass, and Master Sgt. Nick Wellman as the audio engineer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bean)

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US Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight performs, connects with local community

Tech. Sgt. Nick Daniels, U.S. Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight vocalist, sings while playing an acoustic guitar during the Top Flight concert at the Columbus Riverwalk Stage Sept. 27, 2019, in Columbus, Miss. Top Flight travels over 30,000 miles annually performing throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Puerto Rico. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bean)

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US Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight performs, connects with local community

Master Sgt. Nick Wellman, U.S. Air Force Band of the West’s Top Flight audio engineer, finishes setting up the stage for the Top Flight concert at the Columbus Riverwalk Stage Sept. 27, 2019, in Columbus, Miss. Top Flight is the U.S. Air Force Band of the West’s response to America’s demand for classic rock ‘n’ roll, R&B, country, and current pop music heard on top 40’s radio stations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bean)

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Fire Prevention Week 2019

Col. Samantha Weeks, 14th Flying Training Wing commander, stands with Shawn Ricchuito, 14th Civil Engineering Squadron fire chief, and Sparky with the 2019 Fire Prevention Week proclamation, Sept 16, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. Columbus AFB will be hosting an open house and a parade on Oct. 5 to kick off Fire Prevention Week. (Courtesy Photo)

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Female Alpha Warrior returns triumphant

Second Lt. Michelle Strickland, 37th Flying Training Squadron student pilot, holds a plaque for the Alpha Warrior Inter-Service Championship, Sept. 14, 2019, at Retama Park in Selma, Texas. The Air Force obtained its second straight Alpha Warrior Inter-Service Championship over the Army and Navy. (Courtesy photo)

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Female Alpha Warrior returns triumphant

Second Lt. Michelle Strickland, 37th Flying Training Squadron student pilot, maneuvers across a ring obstacle course, Sept .14, 2019, at Retama Park in Selma, Texas. Representing Columbus Air Force Base was Second Lt. Michelle Strickland, 37th Flying Training Squadron student pilot, who placed first female with a time of 25 minutes, 5 seconds, and third place overall in the final battle against the sister services. (Courtesy photo)

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Female Alpha Warrior returns triumphant

Second Lt. Michelle Strickland, 37th Flying Training Squadron student pilot, swings across a rope obstacle course during the Alpha Warrior Inter-Service Championship, Sept. 14, 2019, at Retama Park in Selma, Texas. The Alpha Warrior course consisted of more than 30 obstacles where the Air Force team battled and raced across the course for best time. (Courtesy photo)

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Female Alpha Warrior returns triumphant

Second Lt. Michelle Strickland, 37th Flying Training Squadron student pilot, walks with weights for the farmer walk obstacle, Sept. 14, 2019, at Retama Park in Selma, Texas. Alpha warrior hosts battle competition where branches of the military can compete for fastest time. (Courtesy photo)

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Words of wisdom vocalized to Air Force’s newest aviators

Retired Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Lofgren, former Deputy Chief of Staff for Capability Development, salutes 2nd Lt. Logan Adcock, Sept. 13, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Lofgren presented three graduates the Air Education and Training Command Commander’s Trophy for being the most outstanding students overall in their classes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jake Jacobsen)

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Words of wisdom vocalized to Air Force’s newest aviators

Col. Samantha Weeks, 14th Flying Training Wing commander, presents 2nd Lt. Julius Peek III his certificate of graduation, Sept. 13, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. After graduating pilot training at Columbus AFB, pilots will now go to their specified base to start training on their assigned aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jake Jacobsen)

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Words of wisdom vocalized to Air Force’s newest aviators

Graduating class 19-23/24 break their silver wings, Sept. 13, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. This process is an honored tradition where new Air Force pilots break their first set of Silver Wings for good luck, and the two halves are not supposed to be reunited until the pilot is deceased. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jake Jacobsen)

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Words of wisdom vocalized to Air Force’s newest aviators

Retired Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Lofgren, former Deputy Chief of Staff for Capability Development, speaks to the graduating classes and their families, Sept. 13, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Lofgren expressed how he felt extremely honored and humble to be a part of the ceremony and to speak to the newest pilots of the world’s greatest Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jake Jacobsen)

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Team Blaze focuses on connecting during Tactical Pause

Chief Master Sgt. Raul Villarreal Jr., 14th Flying Training Wing command chief, visits Airmen from the 14th Medical Group Aug. 22, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. While squadrons participated in the Tactical Pause, senior leaders took time to personally interact and communicate with Airmen across Columbus AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jake Jacobsen)

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Team Blaze focuses on connecting during Tactical Pause

Airmen from the 14th Medical Group sit and discuss resiliency techniques Aug. 22, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. The Tactical Pause gave squadrons on Columbus AFB a chance to sit down with each other, get to know fellow Airmen and talk about problems they might be facing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jake Jacobsen)

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Team Blaze focuses on connecting during Tactical Pause

Members of the 14th Student Squadron grill burgers and brats during a barbeque Aug. 22, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. The barbeque was part of a Tactical Pause geared toward building resiliency amongst Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Beaux Hebert)

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Team Blaze focuses on connecting during Tactical Pause

Senior Master Sgt. Jacelyn Jesseph, 14th Comptroller Squadron superintendent, discusses the different personalities during the Tactical Pause Aug. 22, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. The 14th Flying Training Wing participated in a Tactical Pause throughout the squadrons to focus on connecting and resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bean)

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Team Blaze focuses on connecting during Tactical Pause

Members from the 14th Comptroller Squadron discuss various questions during a Tactical Pause Aug. 22, 2019, on Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. On Aug. 1 Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein ordered all wings to stand down for a day and focus on resiliency and suicide prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bean)

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Team Blaze focuses on connecting during Tactical Pause

Capt. Cole, 49th Fighter Training Squadron Introductory to Fighter Fundamentals instructor pilot, shares a personal story during a commander’s call Aug. 22, 2019, at Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. The commander’s call was part of the Air Force’s Tactical Pause, a day focused on resiliency for Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Davis Donaldson)

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