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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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  • 31 45th Space Wing Airmen promote in August

    Congratulations to the following 31 45th Space Wing Airmen who are scheduled to promote to the following ranks in the month of August: AIRMAN 1ST CLASS:Myles McCurdy, 45th Logistics Readiness Squadron SENIOR AIRMAN:Jacob Crotinger, 22nd Surveillance Squadron Thomas Anastasio, 22nd Surveillance

  • Wing retools structure toward greater agility

    On July 31, 2018, the 45th Space Wing inactivated the 45th Launch Group, combining their launch mission and personnel with the 45th Operations Group. The personnel from both groups will be led by Col. Steven Lang, commander of the 45th OG.

  • Explore your options – Palace Chase and Palace Front

     “…I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. So help me God." Some service members recite the oath of enlistment with the plan to fulfil one contract and separate,

  • Space Launch Complex 17 demolition

    With a final farewell and the push of a plunger, Brig. Gen. Wayne Monteith, 45th Space Wing Commander, demolished the nearly 200-foot-tall towers at 7 a.m. July 12 at Space Launch Complex 17, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.The demolition of the towers marks the first phase of a contract, which was

  • 45 SW/CC Response to PFOS & PFOA at PAFB and CCAFS

    Sharks As many of you may have seen in the news and social media, past cancer occurrences in South Patrick Shores have prompted their citizens to request an environmental investigation from the Florida Department of Health in an attempt to determine an environmental cause.  Recent media reports have

  • Adjusted gate hours for Fourth of July holiday

    As Independence Day approaches, Patrick Air Force Base will change entry gate hours consistent with the direction of previous federal holidays. These adjusted hours maximize the number of our Defenders who are able to enjoy the holiday with their loved ones.The East Gate will close at 10 p.m. on

  • 32 Team Patrick-Cape members promote in July

    Congratulations to the following 32 45th Space Wing Airmen who are scheduled to promote to the following ranks in the month of July. We look forward to seeing more of your great work as you progress in your Air Force careers!SENIOR AIRMAN:George Howell, 45th Civil Engineer Squadron Talia Joseph,

  • PTSD Awareness: Learn, Connect, Share

    Approximately 8% of Americans are suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder at any given time. That is 24.4 million men, women and even children that are affected by the disorder, which is roughly the population of Texas. While any traumatic event can prompt PTSD to become a facet of one’s life,

  • 45th Force Support Squadron wins RAPIDS Site Excellence award

    The 45th Force Support Squadron was presented with a Site Excellence award May 17th, 2018 at Patrick Air Force Base. The 45th FSS proves hard work does pay off, as they have won several awards at the Group, Command and Department of Defense level in the past two years.The award is presented to

 

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