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Dec. 29, 2023
Forging a Foundation: Basic Military Training

As educational concepts and technology improve, it’s vital that the Air Force keeps up with the status quo to maximize the learning capability of its Airmen and set them up for success once they reach their operational units. To that end, Robinson has directed AETC to adapt and transition to a
Dec. 28, 2023
Team Keesler serves Christmas lunch

Leadership from Team Keesler served a Christmas lunch to 81st Training Group students and local community members.
Dec. 22, 2023
DAF looking for Airmen, Guardians for grueling Army Ranger School

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – It’s been called “a laboratory of human endurance,” testing the physical, mental and spiritual grit of the officer and enlisted leaders who undertake it. It’s the Army Ranger School and the Department of the Air Force is looking for Airmen and Guardians who
Dec. 21, 2023
CMSAF, SAF/MR and Diamond 1 visit Keesler

On December 19, Keesler welcomed a familiar face, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne Bass, who explored the base to gain a firsthand perspective on how the 81st Training Wing is executing its mission.Chief Bass represents the highest enlisted level of leadership, as her position includes
Dec. 20, 2023
Why I Stay: Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Campbell

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Campbell, 316th Training Squadron senior enlisted leader, originally enlisted as a security forces airman in 2006. With him signing a six-year contract, he didn’t expect that after 15 years in the military, he would have the rank of chief master sergeant.
Dec. 18, 2023
Instructors from 359th TRS hold inaugural F-35 Fundamentals Course

In a move that shaves 23 training days from technical school, the 82d Training Wing’s 359th Training Squadron began instructing the newly developed F-35 Avionics Fundamentals course December 14, 2023, at Eglin Air Force Base.
Dec. 18, 2023
Instructors from 359th TRS hold inaugural F-35 Fundamentals Course

In a move that shaves 23 training days from technical school, the 82d Training Wing’s 359th Training Squadron began instructing the newly developed F-35 Avionics Fundamentals course December 14, 2023, at Eglin Air Force Base.
Dec. 18, 2023
DSE opportunities for MEPS, PME and Air Force National Labs available

Developmental Special Experiences provide Air and Space Professionals more than just education and training opportunities, they help the service build the Airmen needed for the future high-end fight.
Dec. 17, 2023
81st TRW and 2AF Holiday Social

Leadership from the 81st Training Wing and Second Air Force co-hosted a Holiday Social to celebrate training developments and the base’s partnership with the local Gulf Coast community.