Features

  • Reserve Airman goes from running for his life to running for freedom

    Most U.S. teenagers who rebel against their parents, share a sibling rivalry, complain about their living conditions, or whine about the "slow" Internet connection on their smartphone haven't met Dominic Luka.In the late 1990s, he lost his father in the civil war between the central Sudanese

  • 446th Airlift Wing Veterans' Day spotlight

    This year, two 446th Airlift Wing Citizen Airmen share the spotlight in honor of Veterans' Day. Chaplain (Maj.) Pierre Allegre, the wing chaplain and Chief Master Sgt. Arthur Green Jr., 36th Aerial Port Squadron chief of Operations, describe the meaning of being a veteran and why they continue to

  • Reserve MSC career field proves hard to the 'corps' (Part 1 of 4)

    Smooth operation of Air Force medical units and facilities requires a blend of healthcare professionals--each with their own specialty--to seamlessly collaborate in order to deliver optimal care for their patients. The same rules apply during Air Force Reserve weekends, but even more so as time

  • Commentary - Dropping the bag... and the attitude

    Nearly 30 anxious girls stumbled out of a bus with a varied collection of clothing and baggage and lined up in their first formation as a flight. They were "greeted" by an almost seven-foot man with a big bushy mustache and a campaign hat who yelled at them before targeting one (because of her huge

  • Reserve logistics officer keeps composure during fast-paced deployment

    Maj. John Dyson has filled military professions that, not only demanded critical attention to detail, but moved at high-operations tempos as well. It probably wasn't a surprise when the 86th Aerial Port Squadron operations officer volunteered for a deployment to the Transit Center at Manas,

  • Reserve C-17 pilot, family strengthen bond through fitness

    What motivates someone to swim 2.4 miles, bike 112, and then run an entire marathon all in one day? For one 446th Airlift Wing Reservist, the answer is easy - his kids. After signing up a year in advance, Lt. Col. Roger Zander, 728th Airlift Squadron instructor pilot, dedicated at least six months

  • Reserve pilot takes fitness higher

    Whoever uses the excuse, "I don't have time to exercise," never met Maj. Michael Masuda, 313th Airlift Squadron, C-17 instructor pilot and devoted triathlete."My passion started while I was on active duty," said Masuda, who still has that new Air Force Reserve scent. "We'd fly for hours, land then

  • Reserve physician designs award-winning, historical postage stamp

    Growing up, Lt. Col. (Dr.) Arunas Banionis shared two main passions. One was an admiration for aviation, and the other was stamp collecting.When he was younger, the Lithuanian-American Banionis had dreams of becoming an Air Force pilot. But when he tried to join, he couldn't meet the vision

  • McChord SNCO applies military experience to small business

    When Senior Master Sgt. Michelle Anderson came back from her deployment in 2011, the idea of her running a professional skills business wasn't even a distant thought. The 446th Aeromedical Staging Squadron, Medical Readiness Flight superintendent barely had her Airman-Battle Uniform in the laundry

  • McChord SNCO applies military experience to small business

    When Senior Master Sgt. Michelle Anderson came back from her deployment in 2011, the idea of her running a professional skills business wasn't even a distant thought. The 446th Aeromedical Staging Squadron, Medical Readiness Flight superintendent barely had her Airman-Battle Uniform in the laundry

  • McChord Field advocates provide real help for wounded Airmen

    Not many people enjoy being told that they can't do something- especially after they've experienced an unexpected life-altering injury or illness. Sometimes it takes the aid and understanding of a person who's been through similar circumstances to help them press on and make the best of their new