https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil 908th Airlift Wing News RSS Feed en-us Tue, 18 Nov 2014 18:47:03 GMT Sat, 26 Dec 2020 02:25:07 GMT https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/678724/port-dawgs-global-impact/ From delivering beneficial flies to much-needed supplies, from Puerto Rico to Pakistan, the 908th<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Nov/18/2000985924/82/55/0/140914-F-ST214-138.JPG' alt='Airmen from the 25th Aerial Port Squadron load a C-130 with humanitarian supplies, ultimately bound for Honduras. ' /> <br /> Tue, 18 Nov 2014 18:47:03 GMT Gene H. Hughes https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/678724/port-dawgs-global-impact/ Stories w/photos Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/678731/alabamas-lt-gov-ivey-meets-with-908th-leaders/ Alabama Lt. Gov. Kay Ivey meets with 908th leadership Alabama Lt. Gov. Kay Ivey, chairman of the<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Aug/21/2000933596/82/55/0/140809-F-ST314-002.JPG' alt='Alabama Lt. Gov. Ivey gets a tour of the flight deck of a C-130 from Lt. Col. Steve Catchings, left, and Senior Master Sgt. Adam Childers. (Photo by Master Sgt. Eric Sharman)' /> <br /> Thu, 21 Aug 2014 12:48:38 GMT Gene H. Hughes https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/678731/alabamas-lt-gov-ivey-meets-with-908th-leaders/ Stories w/photos Command information Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/678747/airlift-wing-represents-at-host-base-awards/ The 908th Airlift Wing recently participated in the 2013 Maxwell-Gunter Annual Awards Banquet. At<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Apr/22/2000857490/82/55/0/140221-F-CQ621-005.JPG' alt='Representatives of the 908th at the 2013 Maxwell-Gunter Awards Banquet, from left: Master Sgt. Nicholas Kennelly, 357th Airlift Squadron First Sergeant of the Year; Senior Master Sgt. Michael Eubanks of the 908th MXG, SNCO of the Year; Celena Eubanks, Technical Sgt. Stephin Smith of the 908th MXS, NCO of the Year; Hanna Smith, Nastassia Webster, representing her husband, Senior Airman Chance Webster, 908th SFS, Airman of the Year; and Staff Sgt. Shaniqua Rogers.' /> <br /> Tue, 22 Apr 2014 16:30:29 GMT Public Affairs Office https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/678747/airlift-wing-represents-at-host-base-awards/ Education & Training Awards & Decorations Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/678749/pilot-pays-it-forward/ On Feb. 11, the 908th hosted a visit from the Montgomery Aviation Explorer Chapter. Twenty-four<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Mar/27/2000864946/82/55/0/140211-F-KN218-002.JPG' alt='Former Aviation Explorer and current member of the 357th AS, 1st Lt. Joshua Odom gives a member of the local AE chapter a tour of the flight deck.' /> <br /> Thu, 27 Mar 2014 11:54:53 GMT Public Affairs Office https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/678749/pilot-pays-it-forward/ Stories w/photos Community involvement Spotlights https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173472/helping-hands-for-habitat/ <br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2013/Mar/07/2000069748/82/55/0/130307-F-CQ621-001.JPG' alt='In February, Airmen Committed to Excellence, (ACE) teamed up with Habitat for Humanity for the group&#39;s second building project. This one was in Prattville, AL. Members assisted with insulation, installing windows and site cleanup. Volunteers were, from left; Senior Airmen Shaiqua Rogers, 908th FSS, Jeremiah McGough, 25th APS, Airman 1st Class Corey Hall, 908th LRS and Airman Jasmine Z. Thomas, 908th FSS. (Photo courtesy of ACE)' /> <br /> Thu, 07 Mar 2013 17:18:06 GMT DoD News https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173472/helping-hands-for-habitat/ Stories w/photos Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173478/908th-94th-bond-together-to-make-a-difference/ The junior enlisted councils of the 908th and 94th Airlift Wings recently combined forces to<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2012/Nov/15/2000096475/82/55/0/120915-F-ZK849-006.JPG' alt='From bottom row left to right: Airman First Class Shehroze Choudry, 908th Command Chief Master Sgt. Owen Duke, Senior Airman Christina Dryden, AES. Next row: Airman Latricia Parks, FSS; Senior Airman Shaniqua Rogers (FSS), Senior Airman Michael Roman, A1C Faren Douglas (SFS) Top Row: Senior Airman Michael Burns and Senior Airman Robert Booker, CES.' /> <br /> Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:43:00 GMT Senior Airman Shaniqua Rogers https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173478/908th-94th-bond-together-to-make-a-difference/ Stories w/photos Command information Quality of Life Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173480/908-aes-members-struggle-to-save-murder-victim-just-outside-maxwell-afb/ It wasn't on the sandy plains of Iraq or the mountains of Afghanistan that four Reservists<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2012/Jul/18/2000133184/82/55/0/120602-F-LA452-004.JPG' alt='Tech. Sgt. Sean Kassebaum, Master Sgt. Jonathan Griswold, Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hines, and Master Sgt. Judith Johnson came across a murder victim just after leaving the Saturday Unit Training Assembly with the 908th Aeromedical Evacuation, May 12., on a stretch of Highway 31 west of Maxwell AFB, Ala. The man had been cut from ear to ear and been dumped on the road. Despite their attempts to keep the man alive, he passed away after municipal first responders took him to the nearby hospital. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Christian Michael)' /> <br /> Wed, 18 Jul 2012 19:35:32 GMT Master Sgt. Christian Michael https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173480/908-aes-members-struggle-to-save-murder-victim-just-outside-maxwell-afb/ Stories w/photos Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173482/stand-in-honor-sf-members-represent-military-at-commemoration/ "No greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for a friend." -- John 15:13 For those who<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2012/Jul/18/2000133244/82/55/0/120511-F-LA452-010.JPG' alt='The State of Alabama held a memorial in honor of those who sacrificed their lives to protect the public May 11, 2012, at the state capitol. Representing the military from local Maxwell Air Force Base, security forces troop Airman 1st Class Faren Douglas stands at by a flower star at a memorial service hosted by Fraternal Order of Police at the Alabama state capitol. (US Air Force photos/Tech. Sgt. William Powell)' /> <br /> Wed, 18 Jul 2012 18:08:06 GMT Tech. Sgt. James Harrell https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173482/stand-in-honor-sf-members-represent-military-at-commemoration/ Stories w/photos Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173490/no-reserve-in-support-of-reservist/ Two Baptist Health System staff members were recently recognized as "Patriotic Employers" by the<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2012/Apr/17/2000160408/82/55/0/120417-F-ST314-001.JPG' alt='Ginger Henry, CEO of Prattville Baptist Hospital, second from right, and James R. Williams, director of pastoral care for Baptist Health System in Montgomery and Prattville, were recently recognized as “Patriotic Employers” by the ESGR. The award were presented by Alabama ESGR Committee member Norman Arnold, left, for support given to 908th Airlift Wing Chaplain David Dersch, far right.' /> <br /> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:40:19 GMT 908th Public Affairs Office https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173490/no-reserve-in-support-of-reservist/ Stories w/photos Community involvement Spotlights https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173496/force-restructuring-impacts-908th-airlift-wing/ Imagine the skies over Montgomery without the familiar sight of C-130s circling overhead. If a plan<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2012/Feb/08/2000180169/82/55/0/120208-F-ST314-001.JPG' alt='Two C-130 Hercules aircraft circle the flightline at Maxwell Air Force Base while a third prepares to taxi towards the runway. According to a recent Air Force announcement, the seven transport aircraft belonging to the 908th Airlift Wing are to be retired. Although the unit will remain functional, members are concerned about the future, as any possible unit organization and mission have yet to be decided. ' /> <br /> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:39:02 GMT Gene H. Hughes https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173496/force-restructuring-impacts-908th-airlift-wing/ Stories w/photos Command information Quality of Life Community involvement Historical https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173497/packages-for-the-packers/ According to the traditions of Scouting, a Scout possesses of trustworthiness, loyalty, courteousy,<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2011/Dec/19/2000190647/82/55/0/111203-F-CQ621-011.JPG' alt='Lt. Col. Vanessa Dornhoefer, commander of the 25th Aerial Port Squadron (left), accepts one of several care packages prepared for deployed members and delivered by memberso of Boy Scout Troop 220 of Alabaster, Ala., represented by Troop Master Wanda Byrd and Webelo Scout Cole Holcomb.' /> <br /> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:34:03 GMT Tech. Sgt. Jay Ponder https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173497/packages-for-the-packers/ Stories w/photos Deployment Quality of Life Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173500/civilian-domestic-bosses-visit-908th/ Spouses and civilian employers of 908th Airlift Wing members visited the unit in November to learn<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2011/Nov/30/2000196257/82/55/0/111105-F-CQ621-072.JPG' alt='Tthe 908th Airlift Wing recently hosted two events to to express appreciation for the support given to its Airmen, both in the workplace and at home. Jennifer Holston takes a turn on the flightdeck during the spouse flight.' /> <br /> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:49:35 GMT Public Affairs Office https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173500/civilian-domestic-bosses-visit-908th/ Stories w/photos Quality of Life Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173504/908th-blood-drive-benefits-community/ The 908th Airlift Wing has taken part in many lifesaving and humanitarian missions around the world,<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2011/Oct/25/2000206425/82/55/0/111001-F-CQ621-036.JPG' alt='The 908th Airlift Wing recently hosted a blood drive for LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, Inc. Staff Sgt. Charles Anders jokes with a LifeSouth blood technician. (Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sandi Percival)' /> <br /> Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:45:38 GMT Tech. Sgt. Jay Ponder & Staff Sgt. Sandi Percival https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173504/908th-blood-drive-benefits-community/ Stories w/photos Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173515/wingman-is-22-afs-top-airman-for-2010/ Before adding the first rocker of a staff noncomissioned officer to his senior airman stripes, Staff<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2011/Jun/10/2000248106/82/55/0/110517-F-ST314-008.JPG' alt='Newly promoted Staff Sgt. Michael Campbell secures a panel under the wing of ‘The City of Montgomery.’ The AMXS member was recently named 2010 Airman of the Year for 22nd Air Force. (Air Force photo by Gene H. Hughes)' /> <br /> Thu, 26 May 2011 13:27:12 GMT Tech. Sgt. Jay Ponder https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173515/wingman-is-22-afs-top-airman-for-2010/ Stories w/photos Awards & Decorations Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173527/908th-volunteers-spread-christmas-cheer/ Members of the 908th Airlift Wing shared the spirit of the season, giving of themselves to members<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2011/Feb/02/2000288678/82/55/0/101205-F-0000A-001.JPG' alt='Wingmen of the 908th Logistics Readiness Squadron delivered Christmas presents to a needy local family which had recently left an abusivee situation. Pictured with the family, from left, are Capt. Tonia Stephens, Staff Sgt. Alicia Livingston, Master Sgt. Darrell Geiselman, Tech. Sgt. Ronnie Warner, Senior Airman Joy Bates and Master Sgt. Vera Berry. ' /> <br /> Fri, 14 Jan 2011 19:23:40 GMT 908th AW Public Affairs Office https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173527/908th-volunteers-spread-christmas-cheer/ Stories w/photos Quality of Life Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173536/wing-to-host-employers-clergy-this-fall/ Two events designed to provide employers and clergy of wing members a firsthand look at the wing<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2010/Jul/27/2000340223/82/55/0/100727-F-2828H-001.JPG' alt='Members of the 908th Airlift Wing can invite their employers and clergy to visit the unit this fall by filling out this form and returning it to the Public Affairs Office.' /> <br /> Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:34:33 GMT PA https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173536/wing-to-host-employers-clergy-this-fall/ Stories w/photos Command information Quality of Life Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173539/capitol-flyby/ <br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2010/Jul/06/2000345848/82/55/0/100623-F-2362L-001.JPG' alt='Leaders of the 908th Airlift Wing recently traveled to Washington, D.C. to discuss important issues with members of Alabama&#39;s Congressional delegation, an annual requirement for wing commanders. Command Mast Chief Cameron Kirksey, Wing commander Col. Brett Clark and Public Affairs Chief Lt. Col. Jerry Lobb pose for a photograph with Representative Artur Davis of the Alabama 7th Congressional District and a member of his staff.' /> <br /> Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:18:12 GMT DoD News https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173539/capitol-flyby/ Stories w/photos Command information Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173543/sere-specialist-puts-wingmen-in-the-water-for-survival-training/ As a fully qualified Survival Escape Resistance and Evasion (SERE) specialist, Senior Airman Chad<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2010/May/26/2000358426/82/55/0/100502-F-2828H-075.JPG' alt='Survival Escape Resistance and Evasion specialist Senior Airman Chad Braunschweig gives a brief refresher course on floatation devices prior to the 908th Airlift Wing&#39;s recent water survival training at the Alabama River, part of goal to make aircrew training as realistic as possible. (Air Force photo by Gene H. Hughes)' /> <br /> Wed, 26 May 2010 14:12:20 GMT Gene H. Hughes https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173543/sere-specialist-puts-wingmen-in-the-water-for-survival-training/ Stories w/photos Readiness & Exercise Medical & Rescue Education & Training Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173544/high-adventure-908-helps-dreams-take-wing/ About 200 fourth- and fifth-grade students from Flowers Elementary and the Bear Exploration Center<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2010/May/21/2000360294/82/55/0/100429-F-2828H-002.JPG' alt='Flowers Elementary Students make their way towards a C-130H during Aerospace Adventures Day. (Air Force photo/Gene H. Hughes)' /> <br /> Fri, 21 May 2010 21:04:52 GMT Gene H. Hughes https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173544/high-adventure-908-helps-dreams-take-wing/ Stories w/photos Community involvement https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173542/908-alumni-gather-together/ Current and former members of the 908th Airlift Wing shared stories of the unit's past, while<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2010/Apr/28/2000369534/82/55/0/100410-F-2828H-032.JPG' alt='Col. Brett Clark, 908th Airlift Wing commander, meets with Elaine Grimes, widow of the late Chief Master Sgt. Billy Grimes, first command chief of the wing, and members of his family. Chief Grimes was honored for his service to the wing at the annual Alumni Dinner April 10. (Air Force photo/Lt. Col. Jerry Lobb)' /> <br /> Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:08:24 GMT Gene H. Hughes https://www.908aw.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/173542/908-alumni-gather-together/ Stories w/photos Quality of Life Community involvement Historical