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  • The essentials: Your chain of command and other resources

    You have a question and getting the answer is imperative. Who do you ask or how do you find the answer? One of the most important aspects of military life is learning the answer to this question. An Airman's chain of command can be one of the most helpful resources during his or her career. I

  • The essentials: A good Wingman

    Bringing in a new year can be full of surprises. You never know exactly how your year will turn out, but you hope for the best and keep trudging along down the road of life awaiting the next adventure, challenge or miracle to make its way onto your path. Don't be afraid to go the extra mile and

  • Airmen against Drunk Driving: Making a Good Program Better

    You've heard it countless times from supervisors, commanders and peers, "If you plan to drink, have a plan to get home safely. If your plan falls through, call Airmen against Drunk Driving." Sounds simple, but there's a lot that goes into making sure that can happen. AADD has been available everyday

  • Global Reach and Hope for Today & Future Generations

    As my first 100 days in command draw to a close, I wanted to take a moment to share my impressions of the outstanding things I have seen and experienced in these few short weeks. Simply put, I am awestruck by the professionalism, dedication and accomplishments of mobility Airmen command-wide, and

  • A spirit of giving

    Someone has said there are three kinds of givers -- the flint, the sponge and the honeycomb. To get anything out of a flint you must hammer it, and then you get only chips and sparks. To get water out of a sponge you must squeeze it, and the more you use pressure, the more you will get. But the

  • Holiday message from AMC/CC

    As we celebrate this holiday season, Chris and I extend our very best wishes to the Air Mobility Command family. We are extremely proud of the dedication to service before self you so clearly display as you accomplish our nation's global air mobility mission. Because of you, the United States has

  • Carry on

    I like modern technology, but I haven't adapted all that well in some areas. I wear glasses, bi-focals to be exact, and the combination of bi-focals and computer screens has resulted in chronic neck pain. Frequent typing on the computer has led to carpel tunnel syndrome. I've found that repetitive

  • Make a difference this holiday season

    Thank you for the difference you make every day, defending the United States of America and promoting our interests and ideals around the world. As the holiday season approaches, we encourage you to make a special effort to make a difference in the lives of those immediately around you. Many of you

  • Drinking and Driving: It's just not worth it!

    The holidays are finally here, and we all know what that means - holiday parties and some time to let loose, relax and party with family and friends. With this in mind, while everyone condones having a good time, ensure that you have a plan so you don't end up in the new "airman to civilian"

  • A holiday season reminder

    Here at home base, the holiday season is a time of celebration, giving thanks, family gatherings and anticipation of a visit by that jolly ole elf. Even at our many deployed locations, we have dedicated groups such as chaplains, first sergeants and services professionals, who will do everything