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  • How to dazzle the Inspector General

    By now most of you are fully aware the 45th Space Wing is leaning forward and preparing for a much anticipated readiness/compliance inspection in the late summer/early fall period. Having just come off the Air Mobility Command's IG team, I found myself reflecting on the words of wisdom that Gen.

  • Practice leads to readiness

    First off, let me just say "kudos" to all of you who supported the launch of an unarmed Trident II D5 missile from a British Royal Navy submarine Sunday on the Eastern Range.Also, thank you to each and every one of you out there as we had zero reported injuries during last week's holiday weekend.

  • Seeing happiness in the windshield

    In this first article since taking command of the 45th Operations Group, I need to say how happy my wife Antoinette and I are to rejoin the Shark family. We want to thank everyone at Patrick Air Force Base and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station for the very warm welcome back home. As I said at the

  • Never forget 'those who gave all'

    Memorial Day kicks off a variety of summer activities, cook outs with family or friends, boating, picnics at the park, and numerous outdoor sports. Let's face it, Americans love summer! Yet, this weekend is not only an occasion to enjoy time off, but it is an important period for our nation to

  • 'Being a Shark' a privilege not all get to do

    Well folks... it's been two years now and it's reluctantly time to say good-bye.I say reluctantly, because I know, like many of you PCSing this summer, being a part of the Cape Canaveral legacy and home of the "The Sharks" is a privilege few of us in the Air Force actually get a chance to do.Looking

  • That Star Spangled Banner still waves

    This week started on a high note as members of the U.S. military, to include the 45th Space Wing, helped provide support for an awesome launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis on Monday. And now, it will end on a high note, with Armed Forces Day Saturday. Former Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced

  • 'And the rockets’ red glare…'

    We are truly fortunate to serve in the uniformed forces of our great nation, in an idyllic location, on missions that have and will continue to have massive impacts on our national defense. We live and work on the spacecraft flight line! Our space launch mission is the nexus between space

  • We owe them love, gratitude and respect

    While all DOD observances are important, I can think of none more fitting - and more justified - than the one we celebrate today. Today we will join with other services and military installations around the world to celebrate Military Spouse Day.It would be impossible for me to put into words how

  • Alcohol and the Air Force don't mix

    As the start of the "101 Critical Days of Summer" nears, I would like to remind everyone to be safe in their recreational and leisure time activities, not only while using 45th Force Support Squadron facilities, but off-base as well.Here in Florida, we spend a lot of leisure time on and around the

  • The most important military resource

    I want to take a minute and discuss the importance of my most precious military resource, you. It is no secret that the profession of arms, our chosen profession, is a dangerous one. Thankfully, your professionalism and devotion mitigates many of the inherent risks.As professional warriors working



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  • 45th CES technical sergeant among 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year

    Each year, the Air Force selects 12 Outstanding Airmen to be recognized for their distinguished accomplishments. The award recognizes enlisted service members for superior leadership, job performance, community involvement and personal achievements.  Tech. Sgt. Michael Asuncion Jr., formerly

  • 45th Space Wing celebrates Air Force Birthday

    Members of Patrick Air Force Base celebrated the Air Force’s 69th Birthday at the Beach House Sept. 16, 2016, at Patrick AFB, Fla. The Air Force is a celebration of the proud history and heritage of American Airmen, the service’s longstanding culture of innovation, and the unique global aspects of

  • Changes to utility allowance for privatized military housing residents

    Earlier this year, the Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs Office released an updated policy for the privatized housing Utility Allowance Program. The updated policy changes how utility allowances are calculated for privatized housing across the Air Force.   Hunt Housing at Patrick AFB is

  • Patrick AFB lieutenant recognized for NSC Rising Star Award

    First Lt. Steven Kyle Futch, 5th Space Launch Squadron Critical Ground and First Stage Propulsion Air Force Responsible Engineer for the Delta IV Launch program, imparts a speech during the 2016 National Space Club Florida Committee Rising Star Award Ceremony luncheon Sept. 13, 2016, at Cape

  • SecAF visits Space Coast for 2nd time

    “It has been an incredible and busy seven days for you all at the 45th Space Wing,” said Secretary of the Air Force the Honorable Deborah Lee James during an all call held Sept. 9, 2016, at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla.  That statement was made in reference to the wing’s ability to transition from an

  • 45th Space Wing supports successful Atlas V OSIRIS REx launch

    The 45th Space Wing supported NASA’s successful launch of the OSIRIS REx spacecraft aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket from Space Launch Complex 41 here September 8 at 7:05 p.m. ET. The ULA Atlas V rocket is carrying NASA’s Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification,

  • Cyber Command Readiness Inspection scheduled

    The 45th Space Wing is scheduled to undergo a base-wide inspection, known as a Cyber Command Readiness Inspection, or CCRI, from Sept. 12-16, 2016. Inspectors will evaluate every aspect of the network, such as vulnerabilities of equipment, adherence to security policy, and the culture of security

  • AFSPC commander offers Labor Day safety message

    To the Men and Women of Air Force Space Command, On Sept. 5, we pay tribute to the millions of dedicated men and women who, through their hard work, have contributed to the strength, prosperity and well-being of our country. Labor Day is a time to acknowledge our Nation’s work force, while

  • Explosion occurs at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station

    At approximately 9:07 a.m. Sept. 1, 2016, an explosion occurred at launch complex 40 on Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida. Initial reports indicated that there were no casualties and there has been no threat to public safety. CCAFS Emergency Management is providing the initial on-scene

  • 32 Patrick-Cape members promote in September

    Congratulations to the following 32 Team Patrick-Cape members who are scheduled to promote in the month of September:   Airman: Ramon J. Thomas, 45th Comptroller Squadron   Airman 1st Class: Linsey A. Renteria, 45th Security Forces Squadron                                                    Boaz

 

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