45th Space Wing Launches Second SBIRS GEO Satellite

The U.S. Air Force's 45th Space Wing successfully launched a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket carrying the Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) GEO-2 satellite into orbit from Space Complex 41 at 5:21 p.m. on March 19.A combined team of military, government civilians and contractors from across

5 SLS commander among Swamp Fox Adventrure Race winners

Airmen help with school beautification project

Ms. Erika Maier, who heads the Surfside Elementary School's Beautificationand Gardening Committee, readily admitted she didn't know what she was infor when she accepted the offer from local Airmen who helped get the schoolready for their 50th birthday next month.Staff Sgt. Thomas Tantius, from the

PAFB Military Retiree Appreciation Day

The 45th Space Wing invites the military community to attend its 28th Anniversary Patrick AFB "Military Retiree Appreciation Day," to be held Sat., April 13 starting at 9 a.m. Col. Patrick Donley, Commander, 45th Mission Support Group, and the Retiree Activities Office promise a day of information

The Washington Nationals host Military Appreciation Day

The Washington Nationals, along with their sponsor, Science Applications International Corporation, hosted a "Military Appreciation Day" at Space Coast Stadium in Viera during their game against the Houston Astros March 5.Service members from all branches of the military were represented on the

Congrats to senior selects

A small celebration was held at the Tides to commend the individuals chosen for Senior Master Sergeant March 1. The 45th Space Wing would like to congratulate all of those who were chosen for Senior Master Sergeant! The selects are: Travis M. Brewster, 45th Civil Engineer Squadron Rebecca M.

Space Coast enlisted Airmen attain highest rank at special Cocoa Beach Induction Ceremony

Enlisted Air Force active-duty and reserve Airmen have their subtle differences, but the climb to the ninth and final rank requires the same dedication, resolve and hard work.Charged with advising commanders with the morale, professional development and quality of life for all enlisted members, a

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed nationally in April and provides the opportunity to reinforce our commitment to stopping this crime and to ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect.According to the Joint Chiefs of Staff, "As military professionals we must fully understand

45th Space Wing Airman captures prestigious SWE Award

1st Lt. Christa Kasdorf, assigned to the 45th Launch Support Squadron, 45thSpace Wing, was recently named the Society of Women Engineer's, Space CoastChapter's "Distinguished New Woman Engineer of the Year Award."Kasdorf, who was born and raised in Alexandria, Va., said servingin the Air Force, was

45th Space Wing Supports Second SpaceX Launch for NASA’s Commercial

Space Exploration Technologies' (SpaceX) completed a successful launch of their Falcon 9 Dragon spacecraft, called Dragon CRS 2, from Space Launch Complex 40 here today at 10:10 a.m. EDT with safety and range support provided by service members assigned to the 45 Space Wing. A combined team of