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Diamond Sharp airmen: Laudable loadmaster
Editor's note: This feature is the first in a series of Air Commando spotlights at Cannon. The airmen being highlighted are recent Diamond Sharp award winners. Diamond Sharp is a monthly program where airmen are recognized by wing leadership and first sergeants for their hard work and achievements.
10.18.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal
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10.18.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal
Concrete foundation promises solid future
It was a proud moment for the 27th Special Operations Wing as the first AC-130W Stinger II taxied onto the newest flightline taxiway addition at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Oct. 18.
10.18.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal
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10.18.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal
Fire department teaches fire safety
A city of wood grew from a swamp-town around a river in the mid-1800s. A summer that was unusually dry hit the city making and parched the land. Then, as summer transition into winter and the citizens prepared for the cold by gathering firewood and coal, a barn ignited from a spark late in the evening, as explained on the Weather Channel.
10.16.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Krystal Jeffers
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10.16.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Krystal Jeffers
Roth TSP: A new retirement savings plan option
The Thrift Savings Plan opened up a new savings plan, called Roth, for Air Force, Navy and Army members Oct. 1.
10.1.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Krystal Jeffers
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10.1.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Krystal Jeffers
Falconaires play big tunes for locals
The U.S. Air Force Falconaires Big Band performed at Sumter’s Patriot Hall, Oct. 14, 2012
10.16.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Krystal Jeffers
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10.16.2012 Story by Airman 1st Class Krystal Jeffers
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TPC News: Panetta, State of the Military Forum, Hampton
Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta speaks at the State of the Military Forum at the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce in Virginia about strategic assets. Also available in high definition.
Taken: 10.19.2012
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![Minuteman Report: Texas Air Guardsman Recognized for Heroism](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20121020051932im_/http://d3.static.dvidshub.net/media/thumbs/frames/video/1210/158793/100w_q75.jpg)
A Texas Air National Guard's 147th Reconnaissance Wing received the Texas Lonestar Medal of...
Taken: 10.19.2012
![Going Pro](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20121020051932im_/http://d1.static.dvidshub.net/media/thumbs/frames/video/1210/158789/100w_q75.jpg)
Air Force Staff Sgt. Ferdinando Acerra is stepping into the ring for his first professional MMA...
Taken: 10.19.2012
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Sixty second PSA with info for the 2012 Nellis AFB Open House Air Show in Las Vegas,...
Taken: 10.19.2012
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Sixty second PSA with info for the 2012 Nellis AFB Open House Air Show in Las Vegas,...
Taken: 10.19.2012
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Sixty second PSA with info for the 2012 Nellis AFB Open House Air Show in Las Vegas,...
Taken: 10.19.2012
![Cat in the Hat News Package](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20121020051932im_/http://d2.static.dvidshub.net/media/thumbs/frames/video/1210/158764/100w_q75.jpg)
Three times a week, men and women on Bagram Airfield dedicate their off-duty time to teach...
Taken: 10.19.2012
![Black Eagles practice on Osan AB](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20121020051932im_/http://d3.static.dvidshub.net/media/thumbs/frames/video/1210/158741/100w_q75.jpg)
Korea's Black Eagles demonstration team practiced at Osan Air Base on October18th for their...
Taken: 10.18.2012
![Air Force Report: Road Warrior](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20121020051932im_/http://d1.static.dvidshub.net/media/thumbs/frames/video/1210/158715/100w_q75.jpg)
Exercise Road Warrior gave Airmen training on how to engage distant targets. Available in high...
Taken: 10.18.2012
![Air Force Report: Aircraft Evacuation](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20121020051932im_/http://d2.static.dvidshub.net/media/thumbs/frames/video/1210/158714/100w_q75.jpg)
Andersen AFB in Guam hosts additional aircraft when they are required to evacuate from another...
Taken: 10.18.2012
![Air Force Report: Survival Training](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20121020051932im_/http://d3.static.dvidshub.net/media/thumbs/frames/video/1210/158713/100w_q75.jpg)
Some pilots in Hawaii took a day to refresh their survival skills. Available in high definition.
Taken: 10.18.2012
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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sam Cargill, 551st Special Operations Squadron loadmaster, stands in front of an AC-130W Stinger II on the...
Taken: 10.18.2012
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An AC-130W Stinger II taxis down a newly opened flightline taxiway addition at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Oct. 19, 2012. The flightline taxiway...
Taken: 10.18.2012
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Col. Kevin Bennett, 49th Mission Support Group commander, and Col. James Krajewski, 49th Materiel Maintenance Group commander, run during a 5k...
Taken: 10.19.2012
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Technical Sgt. Chance Biller of the 128th Air Refueling Wing Small Air Terminal, Milwaukee ground guides Technical Sgt. Keith Dodge as Dodge...
Taken: 10.19.2012
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First lady Michelle Obama is greeted by Air National Guard Chief Master Sgt. Marlin Mosley upon her arrival at the 128th Air Refueling Wing in...
Taken: 10.19.2012
Recent Audio
Fire Prevention Week- Radio
The Hurlburt Field Commander, Col. James Slife signed a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week. The proclamation includes a promise that base...
Taken: 10.11.2012
A1C Daniel Burkhardt
A1C Daniel Burkhardt, Perkasie, Penn., talks to a Crawford Broadcasting reporter about his work in broadcasting in the Air Force, deciding on...
Taken: 10.11.2012
Hero Airman Radio Version
Basic military training teaches self-aid buddy care. Many airman don't apply their knowledge until they get to the battlefield. A1C Mason...
Taken: 10.4.2012
PSA Open House
Thirty Second Public Service Announcement for Hurlburt Field Open House on Oct. 27, 2012.
Taken: 10.2.2012
Osprey Lands in Okinawa - Radio
The MV-Twenty Two Osprey was fielded in two-thousand-seven and is set to replace the CH-46 Sea Knights. After two months of waiting at Marine...
Taken: 10.1.2012