Joint and coalition partners perform RIMPAC operations

PACAF C-17 Demonstration Team at JBLM

The Pacific Air Forces C-17 Aerial Demonstration Team, the only active C-17 Globemaster III demonstration team, performed at the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Air Expo 2012 at McChord Field, Washington on July 21 through 22. The air exposition presented 20 aerial performers, and more than 40 static

Commander-in-Chief of Canada arrives at Hickam

"Log Dogs" lend invisible hand in saving lives

Airmen from the Medical Logistics flight of 15th Medical Support Squadron can be likened to the tooth fairy, a fantasy figure held dear by children who is never seen, but the evidence of the gifts she leaves is both obvious and gladdening. A "log dog," however, would probably be more likely to leave

Wing commander flies inaugural sortie with 15th Wing during RIMPAC

Travelers at risk to bring home measles

A recent travel advisory published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services warns international travelers to ensure their measles vaccinations are current.Measles is a highly infectious virus that is typically spread by coughing or sneezing. Symptoms for measles may resemble those of

Munitions loaded for RIMPAC

"Check your guns at the door." More than a philosophy in a Wild West saloon, it is the mission of the 15th Wing's munitions team for this year's Rim of the Pacific exercise. More than 50 aircraft to date have checked in their munitions at the flightline door of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.Since

Airfield Management on overdrive during RIMPAC

Parking normally isn't an issue for aircraft visiting JBPHH, but that isn't the case during the Rim of the Pacific exercise being conducted here. Throughout the month of July - RIMPAC officially ends on Aug. 3, 2012 - the 15th Wing will average an extra 55 sorties per day. That's on top of the

Screaming Eagles fly with new birds

The "Screaming Eagles" of the 96th Air Refueling Squadron are really good at refueling C-17 Globemaster III's and F-22 Raptors - it's what they do everyday. Based at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, the 96th performs most refueling missions with aircraft from the 15th Wing and 154th Wing of

15th AW Airman steps up for RIMPAC

During a large scale military exercise, there are always individuals that step up and perform at a level that is way above their pay grade. That's no different for the Rim of the Pacific exercise being conducted here.One of those individuals is 15th Wing Plans Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge,