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  • 9/11: We remember and we've answered the call

    My belief is that everyone reading this can remember exactly where they were, exactly what they were doing and exactly how they felt when they got the word - and saw the horrific images we can still see in our minds of what happened Sept. 11, 2001.It is hard to believe that seven years have passed

  • Thanks to all who kept us going

    My nearly two months as the commander of the 45th Mission Support Group have been very exciting and, simply put, I'm amazed at our Mission Support Group's level of preparedness and professionalism. Let me share just a few of my observations and why I feel this way.Being hurricane season, we first

  • Year of Leadership: Back to Basics

    A few weeks ago, General C. Robert Kehler, commanding general, Air Force Space Command, announced the AFSPC "Year of Leadership" directive. In that memorandum, he announced the Air Force would adapt a monthly focus area and also wrote "I expect leaders at all levels to accept responsibility, take

  • Many methods of stress management

    As a result of conflicting demands at home and work, in combination with high cost of living and gasoline prices, the stress level experienced by today's Airmen is at an all time high.Supervisors are advised to watch their subordinates for signs of stress, but what exactly is "stress"? Researchers

  • Tropical Storm Fay and 101 Critical Days

    Thank you! You have all proven to me - once again - that all the training, hard work and exercises we do to prepare for Mother Nature's fury are well worth the effort.From the very beginning, when we got the first forecast of where Tropical Storm Fay could be headed, you all pulled together, made

  • LEAD from the front: earn your commission

    One of the real highlights of my career came right at the beginning, when I was first accepted into - and then graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy. It was anything but easy - almost nothing beneficial is - but it was well worth the hard work and effort. And now some of you can experience it

  • Lessons from the mirror

    Only my wife and mother call me "handsome," and they're looking through the eyes of love. But I'm OK with it... really. I know what's in my heart, and my looks aren't some weird reflection of a twisted soul. I certainly didn't lie in bed as a child and pray, "Lord, can I please stay painfully

  • Being prepared makes all the difference

    First off, let me just say "kudos" to everyone who made last week's Hurricane Exercise - "Ocean Breeze 08" - such a success. As Tropical Storm Edouard shows, we are in the middle of hurricane season. These exercises help us better deal with what nature throws us and allow us to be ready at a

  • First, understand the problem

    Over the years, the nature of our launch responsibilities in the 45th Space Wing has transformed. In the past, government personnel actually processed and launched missions. Now, we oversee contractors performing these functions. When problems arise, we look to the contractor base to solve them.

  • Earning a degree benefits you, Air Force

    Last week, I talked with you about the vital importance of a sound and lasting physical fitness program.Today, I want to talk to you about the importance of exercising something else, your brain.One of your most valuable benefits is the unbelievable education package all Airmen receive.Through the



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  • Wing command chief shadows 45th CONS Airmen

    Chief Master Sgt. Jason Lamoureux, 45th Space Wing command chief visited the 45th Contracting Squadron at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla., May 25, 2016. The wing commander and command chief visit with 45th SW members each month in order to gain a better understanding of the jobs their Airmen do daily,

  • 1st ROPS change of command

    Col. Thomas G. Falzarano, 45th Operations Group commander, presents Lt. Col. Monique Delauter, 1st Range Operations Squadron commander, with the 1st ROPS guidon during a change of command ceremony May 20, 2016, at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Morrell Operations Center, Fla. Changes of

  • Patrick AFB holds ceremony to honor fallen heroes

    The 45th Security Forces Squadron honored all law enforcement and first responders who have made the ultimate sacrifice during the National Police Week Opening and Fallen Heroes Ceremony May 16, 2016, at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. This year’s National Police Week dates are held May 15-21, 2016. A

  • Welsh visits Patrick AFB, focuses on people, pride

    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III told Airman Keegan Atherton, "I would die for you and you would die for me too," during his closing remarks at an all call May 9 at Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, driving home his point about what makes the Air Force unique and different to him.

  • CSAF visits Patrick-Cape, focuses on people, pride

    "I would die for you and you would die for me too," Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III said to Airman Keegan Atherton, 45th Medical Support Squadron medical logistics, during his closing remarks at an All Call, directly driving home his point about what makes the Air Force unique and

  • Patrick AFB honors Invictus warriors

    Patrick Air Force Base honored military warriors during the 2016 Invictus Games at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla., May 8-12, 2016. The Invictus Games are composed of 14 nations, over 500 military competitors, competing in 10 sporting events.The Patrick Air Force Base Honor

  • Patrick AFB honors Invictus warriors

    Patrick Air Force Base participated in the 2016 Invictus Games at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla., May 8-12, 2016. The Invictus Games are composed of 15 nations, over 500 military competitors, competing in 10 sporting events.  The Patrick Air Force Base Honor Guard was invited

  • 14th AF commander and command chief visit 45th Space Wing team

    Lt. Gen. David J. Buck, commander, 14th Air Force (Air Forces Strategic), Air Force Space Command; and commander, Joint Functional Component Command for Space, U.S. Strategic Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Craig Neri, 14th AF command chief and command senior enlisted leader for JFCC Space, visited

 

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