6 Jan 2015

Ice bridge closes gap to range complex

From the first day the Tanana River in Alaska is frozen enough to walk on, Airmen from the Eielson Air Force Base’s 354th Civil Engineer Squadro’s range maintenance shop drill holes, pump water and let it freeze, layer after layer.

24 Dec 2014

Commentary: Holiday reflection illuminates successful year

Despite the increased activity the holiday season often brings, this time ofyear also presents an opportunity for reflection. I would like to thank allAFMC personnel for your exceptional dedication and professionalism in meetingour mission of equipping our Air Force for world dominant airpower. I alsothank your families and loved ones for their

23 Dec 2014

Commentary: How will you earn your wings this holiday season?

How will you earn your wings this holiday season?Like many of you, one of the things I enjoy doing every yearduring this season is watching the classic holiday movie "It's a WonderfulLife." Many of us probably know the film by heart at this point in ourlives. But for those who have not seen it, here's a brief synopsis. The film isabout an angel

17 Dec 2014

AFIMSC, CE community reach out to industry

An Air Force panel of leaders from the civil engineering andinstallation and mission support communities told an audience of industryprofessionals Dec. 9 the Air Force will continue to rely on partnerships withthe private sector to support its operations. Brig.Gen. Tim Green, Air Force director of civil engineers; Joe Sciabica, directorof the Air

17 Dec 2014

AF's largest solo array celebrates first anniversary

Thismonth marks the one-year anniversary of the Air Force's largest operationalsolar array, located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona.The 16.4-megawatt solar farm, built under a25-year power purchase agreement, was a joint effort between the Air ForceCivil Engineer Center, Davis-Monthan, SunEdison, LLC and Tucson Electric Power.The array is