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  • UCI tips for success

    While many bases in the Air Force are wrapping up their end-of-year taskings, units assigned to Nellis and Creech Air Force Bases and the Nevada Test and Training Range are finalizing their preparations for the quickly approaching Unit Compliance Inspection, which begins Sept. 18.In a little less

  • Updated AFI 36-2903: Highlight #3

    Editor's note: This Highlight is just one of many changes included in the recently updated version of AFI 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel. A total of 10 Highlights are scheduled to be included in this series. All photos are staged and intended to provide visual examples

  • School starts soon, so slow down

    Schools in the Clark County School District will open their doors for the start of the new school year Aug. 29, 2011. With this new start, drivers need to keep in mind that a few significant changes will occur on the roads. First, there will be school buses everywhere. Drivers should pay attention

  • Updated AFI 36-2903: Highlight #2

    Editor's note: This Highlight is just one of many changes included in the recently updated version of AFI 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel. A total of 10 Highlights are scheduled to be included in this series. All photos are staged and intended to provide visual examples

  • Updated AFI 36-2903: Highlight #1

    Editor's note: This Highlight is just one of many changes included in the recently updated version of AFI 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel. A total of 10 Highlights are scheduled to be included in this series. All photos are staged and intended to provide visual examples

  • Preventing unnecessary spending one rock at a time

    Protecting aircraft from foreign objects or FOD prevention is something that is drilled into the minds of all maintainers. While many people off the flightline may not be familiar with the term, preventing FOD is one of the most important key factors in keeping smooth-running flying operations.To

  • Immunizations or Vaccinations: What's the story?

    The terms immunization and vaccination are both derived from Latin, and while many people use the words interchangeably, it is important to know that there is a slight difference between the two.Immunization is derived from the word immunis, which means free from or exempt. Ancient Romans originally

  • Commentary - Safety recommendations…not just a label

    I consider myself pretty experienced when it comes to boating, but I learned during a summer day trip that experience does not trump safety and following the rules.It all started when a group of friends and I decided to spend the day on my brother's ski boat. It was a great day to be outside and we

  • Commentary - A little planning goes a long way

    We have all heard the stereotype that men do not like to stop for directions. Men always know where they are going or what is coming up ahead. When it comes to nature walks out in the wilderness, the stereotype sticks. There I was, out in the country hills of northern New York, thinking that I would

  • Vigilance must endure as Sept. 11 approaches

    As the 10-year anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks approaches, let this message serve as a reminder to remain vigilant.According to the Federal Bureau of Investigations/Homeland Security Joint Intelligence bulletin, there is no current indication that Al-Qaida, its affiliates or its allies

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