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  • Traffic Enforcement Efforts on Patrick AFB and CCAFS

    Now that we are in the summer months, planning vacations, and enjoying quality time with family and friends it's imperative not to get distracted and forget the importance of safety while driving on our roadways. One of the simplest ways to preserve safety is to follow traffic laws while operating

  • From the Top: Warm Welcome for New AFSPC Vice Commander

    Nothing makes a commander more proud than being able to show off their command. We had the opportunity to do just that on Tuesday. Lt. Gen. John E. Hyten, Vice Commander, Air Force Space Command, was able to spend a day with Team Patrick. This was his first Air Force Space Command base visit since

  • How important is your Air Force Career?

    We've heard lots of talk lately about downsizing, of having to do more with less.We've seen Reduction in Force efforts like the DOS Rollback and Early Retirement options. What was once pretty much a guaranteed 20 year career isn't any longer. Which begs the big question, "How do I keep my career?"As

  • From the Top: The Essential Key to Success is Our Philosophy on Training

    Our mission is "One Team... Delivering Assured Space Launch, Range, and Combat Capabilities for the Nation." In order to execute this mission, it is pivotal that our crews, operators, support teams, indeed everyone across the wing, be properly trained. Our space launch mission is an extremely

  • Spacelift - A Team Sport

    In the month of June we successfully launched two rockets! Like spectators, the local residents and some from afar line the roads and beaches to catch a glimpse of these spectacular events. For these folks, the launches are the whole event, and a quick one at that; however, for those of us involved

  • From the Top: Congrats on Launch; Take Cover During Storms

    Wow, what a couple weeks it's been for us here at the Eastern Range. Within a nine-day span, we launched back-toback missions for the National Reconnaissance Office. We launched an Atlas V on June 20, and then launched the Delta IV Heavy on June 29, both from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.If you

  • Farewell from the MSG Commander

    As my time draws to a close, I reflect on the amazing time I have had as a member of the mighty Sharks.A total of seven years crossing three assignments at the 45th Space Wing, culminated in the most enjoyable job of my entire career, as the commander of the most awesome and inspiring Tiger Sharks

  • Predicting the "Verdict"

    I am not a lawyer in any shapeor form nor do I claim to be; howeverI have exploited some legalterminology to assist with developinga tool for those of us faced withcritical decision making as squadroncommanders, superintendents,etc. as we strive to accomplish themission.Despite the organizational

  • From the Top: Watching TS Debby; Safely Celebrating the 4th of July!

    Once again, this column is going to print just before we launch the United Launch Alliance-built Delta IV Heavy rocket, scheduled to launch June 28th from Complex 37 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, carrying a classified National Reconnaissance Office satellite. However, as I type, I'm looking

  • Minimal Essential Effort

    I like to think I've made a pretty good living at figuring the minimum to get by, and while I'm no authority on leadership, I'll share my take on a few textbook principles anyway.Rule 1 - When the heat's on you, it ain't on me: I have a technique to preempt "help" from my bosses. I pay attention to



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  • Tyndall AFB evacuee support

    Airmen and families displaced from Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, who evacuated to the surrounding Patrick AFB region can receive help at Patrick AFB. Assistance includes support from all base organizations including administrative, medical, chaplain services, counseling and much more.The Airman

  • 39 45th Space Wing Airmen promote in October

    Congratulations to the following 39 45th Space Wing Airmen who are scheduled to promote to the following ranks in the month of October:AIRMAN 1ST CLASS:Jaylon Bartley, 45th Security Forces SquadronJohn Mabulay, 45th Medical Operations SquadronKeyla Martinez, 45th Security Forces SquadronNisean

  • Transportation Management Office supports nuclear monitoring improvements

    When members of the only agency in the Department of Defense charged with monitoring nuclear treaties discovered shipped equipment was not being accurately accounted for at forward supply points, they took to the drawing board to devise a solution.Airmen from the Air Force Technical Applications

  • 45th Space Wing, local community remember 9/11

    She had just left a staff meeting when she learned about the 9/11 terrorist attacks against the United States, while stationed at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, the site of the Department of Defense’s largest port mortuary.

  • 41 45th Space Wing Airmen promote in September

    Congratulations to the following 41 45th Space Wing Airmen who are scheduled to promote to the following ranks in the month of September:AIRMAN 1ST CLASS:Jorge Gonzalez, 45th Civil Engineer SquadronJadé Hill, 45th Space Communications Squadron SENIOR AIRMAN:Courtney Beebe, 45th Aerospace Medicine

  • How an LWO and his team guided a Minotaur IV rocket out of the labyrinth

    What does a rocket never before launched from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, unfavorable weather conditions and a launch pad with a dry spell of over 15 years have in common? A seven-man weather team from the 45th Space Wing, led by Mr. David Craft, launch weather officer and retired airman.The

  • Labor Day gate closure

    As Labor Day approaches, Patrick Air Force Base will change entry gateoperating hours consistent with the direction for previous federal holidays.This change maximizes the number of defenders who can spend time withfamily and friends.Patrick Air Force Base's East Gate will change operating hours

  • Back to school with the Base Education Office

    Back to school season is here and that means a chance to start a path toward a degree or to continue pursuing further educational opportunities by visiting the Patrick Air Force Base Education Office.The Base Education Office is a way to help those looking for resources and guidance on everything

  • Passing the torch, 45th SW change of command

    Brig. Gen. Doug Schiess, former senior military assistant to the Under Secretary of the Air Force at the Pentagon, took command of the 45th Space Wing from Brig. Gen. Wayne Monteith during a change of command ceremony, Aug. 23, 2018, at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla.As the commander, Schiess commands

  • PDF line held to streamline out-processing for Patrick AFB Airmen

    Over 20 Airmen gathered in the base Passenger Terminal July 17, 2018, at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla., for a pre-deployment function line to streamline out-processing for Airmen preparing to deploy.    The purpose of the line is to quicken and smooth the deployment process for large groups of

 

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