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  • Sharks: Thanks for All You Do

    During our change of command in February 2010, I said having the opportunity to serve as the Commander of the 45th Space Wing was a dream come true. Well, it has been ...  and more.From day one, you've treated Lisa, Burke, Jordan and me like family.Whether it was spending time with our youngest

  • Art versus entertainment

    Why do certain songs, literary pieces, or paintings endure the test of time while others hold our attention only temporarily? Why can we remember every word of a '70s song we once loved, but we can't remember another song we heard on the radio yesterday?Because one song is art, and the other is

  • Space Coast Community: As good as it gets

    On Tuesday, we had the pleasure of attending a Military Affairs Council meeting in Merritt Island.Next week, we'll visit with members of our Brevard County Civilian-Military Council in Cocoa Beach.They will be, sadly, the last time Lisa and I get the chance to interact - and thank - our community

  • Hit the Ground Running

    It's August and that means we've officially hit the oppressive heat and humidity of the Florida summer. In addition to sunscreen, 101 Critical Days, and more frequentuse of the pool, summertime for the Air Force also means prime PCS season.Many of you that are reading this have either just PCS'd

  • Be a leader ... on and off duty

    The American people look to the military for many things to include ensuring our nation's security, preserving our way of life, as well as to serve as a model of integrity, serve and excellence. We've highlighted the actions of many in the Missileer during deployment or performing their duties here

  • Finding motivation

    Have you ever found yourself being confronted with issues in life on a regular basis such as "I don't feel like doing anything," or "I need a break." What separates those who will become successful from being status-quo is the ability to make decisions about what we will do."The measure of your

  • Drive sober, arrive alive

    There's about a month left in the 101 Critical Days of Summer and we want to talk about one item in particular, drinking and driving.Unfortunately, we've had a number of DUIs across Team Patrick over the last several months. In general, the situations haven't involved our "traditional" demographic

  • Guard and Reserve: Not just our 'backups'

    When I first arrived at Cape Canaveral Air Station in 1998, I was a young Captain on active duty. I busily prepared myself for my new job as a Range Operations Commander.During the process of learning my new job and getting oriented to the unit, I became aware of some mysterious Florida Air National

  • Intelligent Obedience

    In the U.S. Air Force we are allowed to think.We are all bound to follow lawful orders, of course. But except in extreme circumstances (e.g. during direct combat ops) we can evaluate our instructions in light of our professional experience and knowledge, and provide informed feedback when it is

  • An up and (very) down weekend

    Let's start with the good news.As you know, the 45th Space Wing, along with mission partners Space and Missile Center, Boeing and United Launch Alliance combined to conduct another perfect launch from Complex 37 at the Cape.A Delta IV-Medium rocket carrying the second Global Positioning System IIF



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  • Project Emeritus volunteers recognized for 44,000 hours of service

    Brig. Gen. Wayne Monteith, 45th Space Wing commander, recognized and thanked 11 Project Emeritus volunteers for their dedication and service during a Commander’s Call on Dec. 15, 2017, at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. Volunteers recognized have accounted for more than 44,000 volunteer hours. By

  • Adjusted gate hours for upcoming holidays

    As the Christmas and New Year holidays approach, Patrick AFB will change entry gate operating hours consistent with previous federal holidays. These hours will maximize the number of our Defenders who can spend time with family and friends as they enjoy the festivities of the season.   -Close PAFB

  • Be prepared: Winter Tornado Season

    The winter tornado season in central Florida usually peaks from February to early April. However, our winter tornadoes can strike as early as December.The 2017-2018 winter severe weather season in east central Florida is predicted to be below normal.  Fewer and weaker tornadoes than usual are

  • 32 Patrick-Cape members promote in December

    32 Patrick-Cape members promote in DecemberCongratulations to the following 32 Team Patrick-Cape members who are scheduled to promote in the month of December:AIRMAN 1ST CLASS:Dashaun A. Branch, 45th Operations Support Squadron  Kaleb J. Perez, Tech Surv Squadron Patrick A. Reynolds, 45th Space Wing

  • Adjusted gate hours for Thanksgiving Day weekend

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

  • Adjusted gate hours for Veterans Day weekend

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

  • SBIRS GEO Flight-4 arrives in Florida, prepares for January launch

    The U.S. Air Force’s Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) program completed a major program milestone on Oct. 31, 2017, successfully delivering a Geosynchronous Earth Orbit (GEO) satellite Flight-4 to Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida. “The delivery, launch, and successful operation of GEO

  • 19 Patrick-Cape members promote in November

    Congratulations to the following 19 Team Patrick-Cape members who are scheduled to promote in the month of November:  SENIOR AIRMAN: Joshua L. Amann, 45th Security Forces Squadron                                           Christian A. Bufford, TECH SURV SQJustin R. McEwen, TECH SUS SQRyan J.

 

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