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  • KC-135 Maintenance: A Family Business

    From the outskirts of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the heart of U.S. Central Command, a father-son duo workedhand-in-hand to enable air refueling operations that contribute to peace and security throughout the region.

  • The 379th EABG conducts mass change of command

    The 379th Expeditionary Air Base Group welcomed its latest cycle of leadership, Oct. 1, 2024. U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Richard Dickens, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, introduced Col. John Klohr as the new group commander.

  • 379th AEW inspires change through Desert Spark Innovation Lab

    For many workcenters, the day-to-day mission accomplishment is the sole priority, but for members of the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW), the installation’s Desert Spark Innovation Lab (DSIL) provides a fully functional environment for members to pursue innovative ideas outside of the workplace.

  • 379th ELRS leverages hot-pit capabilities to promote regional stability

    In a deployed environment, the tempo quickens, missions become more frequent and impactful, and time is essential. To expedite aircraft generation, the 379th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron Fuels Management Flight focuses on honing its hot-pit refueling capabilities.

  • Mental breaks prevent mental breakdowns

    The hardest part of a deployment is being away from loved ones, but service members deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility are never truly alone.

  • 379th EMXS Fuel Cell responds to the call

    The KC-135 Stratotanker can't fly without fuel, and accurately gauging the amount of fuel it carries is crucial. The 379th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron is ready to support when the fuel systems need repair.

  • CMSSF Makes Inaugural CENTCOM Guardian visit

    In a historic first, Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force John Bentivegna made an official visit to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility July 12-14. This visit underscores the Space Force's commitment to supporting global operations and enhancing partnerships with allies in the

  • From Sicily to CENTCOM

    Born and raised in the picturesque village of Alia, Sicily, U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Marco Guccione's journey from a small Mediterranean town to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility epitomizes the American Dream.

  • The Washington Nationals visit the 379th AEW

    Former Washington Nationals players Adam Eaton and Doug Fister, the team's mascot Screech, and several team representatives visited the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing on July 3-4, 2024, to commemorate Independence Day.

  • 379th ECS facilitates critical communication throughout CENTCOM

    In the U.S. Central Command, all operations circulate around the ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Whether it be contingency response crews at forward-deployed locations relaying information or Air Traffic Control tower personnel clearing the skies - every mission depends on the 379th