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  • Nondestructive inspection technicians ensure aviation safety

    Nondestructive inspection technicians from the 51st Maintenance Squadron perform tests to detect discontinuities in aircraft parts, Sept. 13, 2011. The technicians use a special oil-based dye called penetrant to perform these tests. The parts are dipped in the penetrant, rinsed and dried, and then

  • Senior enlisted set course for air forces throughout Pacific Region

    Senior enlisted leaders from air forces throughout the Pacific Region came together to learn from one another in order to improve their nations' enlisted corps at the Senior Enlisted Leadership Conference held in conjunction with the Pacific Rim (PACRIM) Airpower Symposium, 6 to 9 September in

  • Andersen Airmen enjoy the Air Force Ball

    The 64th annual Air Force Ball was held for personnel from Andersen in Tumon on Sep. 9. Each year, Andersen hosts the ball for Airmen to come and enjoy dancing, food and the company of fellow wingmen from around the base.

  • Emergency Response showcase abilities to Andersen families

    Andersen's Emergency Management and Bio-environmental flight showcase their abilities to members of the Andersen Youth Center here, Sep. 8. Several agencies, to include the fire department and police force, came out to support the showcase for National Preparedness Month.

  • Crash course in crash recovery

    With more than 180 sorties flown out of Kadena every week, it's no surprise that not every one is going to be smooth. That's why Kadena's 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron has crash recovery units, North and South, to respond for heavy aircraft and fighter jets, respectively."We respond to all

  • A little communication goes a long way

    The 644th Combat Communications Squadron helped improve the way children will learn this year by setting up a computer lab at Andersen Elementary School here Sept 9.Volunteers from the 644 CBCS visited the elementary school to setup a new computer lab for students. Along with a new lab setup, Smart

  • Metal fabrication shop 'grinds down' Kadena's rough edges

    From fences, metal street signs and ventilation systems, to security barriers at the gates and protective shelters for the biggest Pacific fighter wing's aircraft, metal is an invaluable asset to the base and the Air Force mission.However, it's Kadena's 18th Civil Engineer Squadron's Metal