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C-130 maintainers keep the "Herc" fit for flight

Story by Capt. Raymond Geoffroy | 455th Air Expeditionary Wing | Date: 10.19.2012

Every day, thousands of coalition service members operating in Afghanistan rely on the C-130 Hercules to enable their operations; to meet this requirement, the men and women who operate this venerable tactical... Read More

Emergency responders keep readiness high

Story by Tech. Sgt. Shawn McCowan | 455th Air Expeditionary Wing | Date: 10.14.2012

Training is a normal part of life for any airman. But when deployed, that training can feel more like a dress rehearsal. Members of 455th Air Expeditionary Wing Emergency Management were counting on that when... Read More

AMC commander visits BAF airmen, shows appreciation

Story by Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Nevison | 455th Air Expeditionary Wing | Date: 10.12.2012

Gen. Raymond Johns Jr., AMC Command commander, came to Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, Oct. 12, 2012. He met with key leaders discuss the future of airlift missions out of Bagram and ask airmen for their input. Read More

Fort Smith ANG airmen head home

Story by Capt. Raymond Geoffroy | 455th Air Expeditionary Wing | Date: 10.09.2012

Redeployment can be an emotional experience; a time for reflection and adjustment. For some Arkansas Air National Guard airmen from Fort Smith, Ark., it's also a family affair. Read More

455th ELRS maintains tactical vehicles, Bagram security

Story by Capt. Raymond Geoffroy | 455th Air Expeditionary Wing | Date: 10.04.2012

Maintaining the safety and security of Bagram Air Field requires constant patrolling inside and outside the wire. To meet this requirement, the 455th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron relies on a fleet of... Read More