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  • These times they are a' changin'

    "Change" is defined by Webster's Dictionary as "to cause to become different; alter; transform; convert," all of which strike anxiety into the normal person, certainly in me. There are often times when we all desire that steady constant lifestyle that provides a sense of comfort in knowing what is

  • PT: Make it a part of your routine

    Sound physical fitness is an essential part of our readiness as Airmen. Today's Air Force is expeditionary. We are on the move and often in harms way. In the words of Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney McKinley, "Airmen must constantly hone their physical abilities to withstand and overcome

  • Welcoming the challenge of high standards

    A quote by Shepard Kurnit, a highly successful 20th century advertising executive, reminded me of the renewed emphasis on standards in the Air Force and Air Force Space Command. He stated, "I'd push people back to their typewriters and drawing tables, telling them: 'You can do better; you have to do

  • It's not easy being 'the new kid on the block'

    As we say a most fond farewell to our Mission Support Group Commander Col. Mark Bontrager, it is a visible reminder that we in the military are always in motion, moving in and out of new responsibilities in new places. We all know that it's not always easy being "the new kid on the block."So with

  • Farewell to the 45th Space Wing

    To the men and women of the Patrick AFB and Cape Canaveral AFS communities, thank you for making the last two years in command of the 45th Mission Support Group so absolutely awesome! It's no wonder that the 45th Space Wing is the #1 Spacelift Wing in the world. As I top off this command tour and a

  • Protecting our most valuable resource

    Well, we are half way through our "101 Critical Days of Summer" and I am pleased to say we have improved over our safety numbers from one year ago. That tells me you are taking care of yourselves and your fellow Airmen.To ensure we continue this positive trend throughout the remainder of the summer,

  • Know when to take the opportunity to be a leader

    I am so proud of the Air Force. When the time comes to use their skills, Airmen are ready. When it comes to being leaders, Airmen are ready. This kind of readiness comes from taking advantage of opportunities to gain experience. Into each Airman's life come opportunities - some exciting, some not so

  • Happy birthday, America!

    All across the United States today, communities are coming together to celebrate our nation's 232nd birthday in a sea of red, white and blue.On that long ago day in Philadelphia's Independence Hall leaders made a bold decision. When they signed their names to the Declaration of Independence, they

  • Be a smart agent of change

    During a recent Air Staff Call, former Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wynne urged the crowd to be "agents of change." Specifically he challenged action officers, senior NCOs and mid-grade civilians to pass on their strategic perspective when they leave Headquarters for new bases and wings. He

  • MAC honors junior troops at Tides

    In today's Air Force, we are living in a "do more with less" environment and that is unlikely to change anytime in the near future. We demand much from our people and don't always take the opportunity to express our gratitude and appreciation to our enlisted professionals. That's why events such as



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  • 45th SW commander and command chief experience Air Force dirty jobs

    Brig. Gen. Wayne Monteith, 45th Space Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jason Lamoureux, 45th Space Wing command chief, assisted the 45th Space Communications Squadron on cable repairs April 18 in Manhole 208 at Patrick Air Force Base, Florida.During their time with 45th SCS cable maintenance,

  • Patrick AFB solidifies partnership with Brevard Schools

    Brig. Gen. Wayne Monteith, 45th Space Wing commander, and the Brevard County School Board signed a memorandum of agreement during a quarterly Military Child Education Working Group meeting April 15 at the Patrick AFB Youth Center.The agreement is designed to address the transition of military

  • Patrick kicks off Month of the Military Child

    The 45th Force Support Squadron kicked off "Month of the Military Child" with their second annual "Play for a Day" event held on Patrick Air Force Base, Fla., April 9.The event included a variety of activities to introduce the military community to many of the squadron's services available at

  • 45th SW supports SpaceX’s CRS mission launch

    The 45th Space Wing supported SpaceX's successful launch of a Falcon 9 Dragon spacecraft headed to the International Space Station from Space Launch Complex 40 here April 8 at 4:43 p.m. ET.This is the seventh major launch operation for the Eastern Range this year, and this launch is the eighth

  • 27 Patrick-Cape members promote in April

    Congratulations to the following 27 service members who are projected to promote in the month of April:SENIOR AIRMAN:Aaron M. Degraaf, Air Force Technical Applications Center Gerald A. Donofrio, 45th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Kulwinder McDaniel, 45th Medical Support Squadron Juan S. Monsalve, 45th

  • Patrick Mudd Race: Getting down a dirty

    Members here participated in an Obstacle Mudd Race, March 30, 2016, at the Beach House at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. The Force Support Squadron Run Series included two-person teams, in which they ran, crawled, and climbed their way to the finish line.

  • Patrick AFB Honor Guard supports Vietnam Veteran Commemoration

    Members of the Patrick Air Force Base Honor Guard present the colors during a Vietnam War Commemoration, 50th Anniversary, at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, March 29, 2016, in Mims, Fla. The Patrick AFB Honor Guard is an organization, which is congressionally mandated to provide military

  • Hiring our Heroes

    The Hiring Our Heroes Military Spouse Program is scheduled for April 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Tides Club. The event is free to attend for military spouses, military members, veterans, employers and service organizations.Attendees can network with vetted employers, community leaders,

 

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