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  • Character: one’s moral compass

    Character is the foundation of successful leadership. The Air Force Academy defines character as one's moral compass, and the sum of those qualities of moral excellence, which compel a person to do the right thing despite pressure or temptations to the contrary. If you allow your character to be

  • Smart sponsors = PCS success

    You only get one chance to make a first impression and we all know how lasting that can be. So, as we approach one of the busiest PCS times of the year, I want all leaders to emphasize the importance of an effective Airmen sponsorship program.Some of you may have had very helpful sponsors upon your

  • Safety: don’t take it for granted

    As I reflect on next month's year of leadership theme, I'm reminded of my first assignment. I was at the base lake for a squadron function. My buddy asked me to be his partner in a two-man boat race. I said OK. As I got into the boat, I noticed two life jackets; one was in good condition, one was

  • Retirees deserve utmost respect, gratitude

    All of us who wear the uniform are familiar with those people who proudly served our nation over the years and are now enjoying the fruits of their selfless service as retirees. Sometimes, though, in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives we may not remember what they have done.But not this

  • Saying thanks to the whole team

    The 45th Space Wing had a very eventful past month: the largest wing deployment exercise in a long time, four successful launches and a successful shuttle landing. The success of these events did not happen by chance, rather through the hard work, attention to detail and dedication of the entire

  • Robert Goddard would have been proud

    Eighty-three years ago, space pioneer Robert Goddard successfully launched the first liquid-fueled rocket. The culmination of five years of work, it only flew 41 feet during its brief 2.5 second flight but it proved the concept of liquid-fueled rockets.One generation later, the 45th Space Wing, in

  • No matter what, character first, mission always

    As we come off a period where the wing has had five successful major launch/range operations in less than 30 days, to include a shuttle landing, I've had a little down time to reflect on the role character has played in our successes.Character plays a major role in what we term "mission assurance."

  • Military children appreciated

    Few Americans fail to recognize the daily sacrifices that military members make for their nation around the world.They may not, however, recognize the daily sacrifices made by the children military members leave behind as they selflessly protect our nation.A vast number of military kids must live

  • Character… it's a military necessity

    Character. When you hear that word what's the first thing that comes to your mind? Maybe it's a cartoon character or that person in your section that makes everyone laugh no matter what the situation is. In the right context those definitions could be appropriate, but as we transition into April,

  • Many claim to be one, but they're a special breed

    With the current operations and deployment tempo our Air Force is facing, it is more important than ever that we ensure that those who serve under us at all levels, military servicemembers and civilian workers, have someone they can turn to for sound advice and trusted council. Our nation expects



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  • Team Patrick-Cape Airmen selected for promotion

     Congratulations to the following 45th Space Wing and mission partner Airmen at Patrick Air Force Base and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station who were selected for promotion to the rank of staff sergeant:Roccio Acosta, 45th Medical Support SquadronDaniel Adams, 45th Civil Engineer SquadronKristy

  • Wing donates to Feds Feed Families

    Feds Feed Families drop off locations at Patrick Air Force Base and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station are available through August 31.“We have about one more week to make a difference in people's lives and to be there for our nation again like we have always been,” said Staff Sgt. Terrell Phillips,

  • 45th SW supports successful Delta IV AFSPC-6 launch

    The U.S. Air Force’s 45th Space Wing supported United Launch Alliance’s successful launch of the third and fourth Orbital ATK-built Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program satellites aboard a Delta IV rocket from Space Launch Complex 37B hereat 12:52  a.m. EDT.The AFSPC-6 mission will

  • Community awards Patrick Airmen with valor

    Brig. Gen. Wayne Monteith, 45th Space Wing commander, assists the Melbourne Regional Chamber of East Central Florida with the presentation of the Medal of Valor to Tech Sgt, William Shankles, 45th Security Forces Squadron flight sergeant at the chamber’s Valor Awards banquet on Aug. 17, 2016. The

  • Force Protection is everyone’s business

    Due to recent terrorist events around the world and general threats against military installations; all military, civilians and base contractors should remain alert and immediately report potential indicators of terrorist preoperational surveillance and planning activities. These indicators may

  • Working together strengthens communities

    Since taking command last year, Brig. Gen. Wayne Monteith, 45th Space Wing commander, has focused on community engagement to strengthen relationships and bridge communication as a means to continue a dialogue with the community at large on the evolution of today’s Air Force launch enterprise. On

  • Two wing members inducted to hall of fame

    The National Space Club, Florida Committee inducted Kathy Winters and Roger McCormick from the 45th Space Wing into their Space Worker Hall of Fame Aug. 9, 2016, for their significant contributions to America’s space program.

  • 45th Space Wing successfully launches Falcon 9 JCSAT-16

    The U.S. Air Force’s 45th Space Wing supported the successful SpaceX Falcon 9 JCSAT-16 launch Aug. 14, 2016, at 1:26 a.m. ET from Space Launch Complex 40 here. The Falcon 9 rocket is carrying the JCSAT-16 communications satellite built by Space Systems Loral for Tokyo-based SKY Perfect JSAT Corp.

  • 9 graduate CGO professional development course

    Nine members graduated from the Company Grade Officer’s Professional Development Course Aug. 12, 2016, at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. Over the past week, company grade officers and select civilians participated in a course designed to equip the next generation of leaders here. Outside of learning

 

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