Keesler airfield gets much needed makeover

A C-130J Hercules aircraft takes flight March 5, 2012, at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)

Keesler prepares for Angels over the Bay air show with site visit from Blue Angels

Members of the Blue Angles, the U.S. Navy air demonstration team, visited Keesler Nov. 18, 2010, for a preseason site visit. While here members surveyed Keesler’s airfield, ramp setup and base accommodations in preparation for Keesler’s “Angels Over the Bay” air show and open house which will take place March 19 and 20, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mr. Justin Cooper/ released)

Airfield safety demands removal of live oak

A T-1 Jayhawk skidded off the runway near the Bay Breeze Golf Course, Aug. 20, 2003. (U.S. Air Force photo by Howard Parker)

Hurricane Hunters fly winters collecting data for weather service

The Hurricane Hunters collect data ahead of winter storms to improve accuracy of forecast models by 15 percent. In addition to Pacific storms, the squadron, shown here de-icing a plane, flies along the eastern seaboard during winter storms, which often form from December through April. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Randy Bynon)

2009 Air Show

The Air Force Thunderbirds get in some practice sessions March 3 in advance of the Thunder on the Bay Air Show March 4-5. The Thunderbirds are making their first air show appearance at Keesler since 1995. It’s Keesler’s first air show in five years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)

2009 Air Show

The Air Force Thunderbirds get in some practice sessions March 3 in advance of the Thunder on the Bay Air Show March 4-5. The Thunderbirds are making their first air show appearance at Keesler since 1995. It’s Keesler’s first air show in five years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)