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  • Course strengthens NCO core

    In many squadrons, a strong core of first-line supervisors is the key to mission success. Not only are they boots on the ground with years of experience under their belts, they serve as mentors and role-models to another integral piece in the Team Dover machine - the Airmen. To better prepare NCOs

  • Soldier of the Week: Army Staff Sgt. Edwin Cardona

    Rank/name: Army Staff Sgt. Edwin CardonaJob Description: Line leader in charge of receiving, safeguarding, inventorying, storing, processing, cleaning and shipping personal effects of deceased and wounded service members.Previous assignments: Fort Myers, Va.; Fort Lee, Va.; Aberdeen Proving Ground,

  • Lucas arrives as new command chief

    Chief Master Sgt. James Lucas, command chief master sergeant of the 436th Airlift Wing, arrived Aug. 12, 2011, at Dover Air Force Base, Del., after a 365 day deployment to Manas Air Base, Kyrgyzstan. On his 28th year of service and filling his third command chief billet, Lucas said when he heard he

  • 736th AMXS leaves 436th CS in disrepair

    The 736th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron toppled the 436th Communications Squadron 42-21 Oct. 6, furthering their advance towards the top spot in the National League. Their victory was a step forward following their heated defeat against the 436th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron two days prior.

  • AMC saves energy in the office, on the road

    With an annual energy bill of more than $100 million, not including aircraft fuel, Air Mobility Command officials are exploring ways to save energy and the money spent on it. While the most obvious energy savings might come from the flying mission, AMC is working just as hard to save energy on the

  • Airman of the Week: Senior Airman Deedrah Seth

    Name/rank: Senior Airman Deedrah SethSquadron: 436th Airlift Wing command sectionJob Title: Knowledge operations managerFavorite movie: "Bad Boys 2"Favorite food: BurritosFavorite book: "Waiting to Exhale" by Terry McMillanDream assignment, why? Aviano Air Base, Italy, because I would love to