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  • Keesler Heritage: Air Force reservists serve Mississippi Gulf Coast

    The United State Air Force has a long legacy of service in the Gulf Coast region. Keesler Air Force Base itself is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, marking a long tradition of keeping the skies above the Mississippi Gulf Coast safe for its citizens. The U.S. Air Force Reserve,

  • Chief recalls experience of Khobar Towers bombing 20 years later

    This year marks the 20th anniversary of the terrorist bombing of the Khobar Towers in Saudi Arabia, which occurred June 25, 1996. For one 403rd Wing member, that day proved to be a vivid and marked experience.Chief Master Sgt. Josephine Keller, 403rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron chief enlisted

  • Keesler musters up inactive reservists

    The U.S. Air Force Reserve’s 403rd Wing hosted an Inactive Ready Reserve Muster June 11 to ensure inactive reservists’ readiness.The muster allows military personnel in an IRR status to make sure they still meet Air Force standards, said Tech. Sgt. Karen Moore, a 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron

  • On time, every time

    The Air Force Reserve Command has initiated a beta test of the Reserve Travel System at five U.S. locations to help reduce the time it takes for some traditional reservists to get their travel vouchers processed and paid.The test is a response to repeated requests from reservist assigned to units on

  • Yellow Ribbon Program helps reservist reintegrate

    Going on a deployment can have its challenges, especially for reservists who are away for months at a time and still have a family, civilian career and other obligations at home. For some, coming back to their responsibilities can be the hardest part.“I was having issues getting back reintegrated

  • D-Day 72: Flying Jennies interact with living history

    The U.S. Air Force Reserve’s 815th Airlift Squadron returned to France to participate in fly-overs of the beaches and towns of Normandy, as well as provide transport for the parachute drop on June 5 for D-Day.The squadron, along with 400 U.S. troops, took part in several events to commemorate the

  • New commander for 403rd Operations Support Squadron

    Lt. Col. Andrew Walter (right) took command of the 403rd Operations Support Squadron during a change of command ceremony held June 4, 2016, at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. Lt. Col. Keith Gibson (left), 403rd Operations Group commander, presided over the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech.

  • Security Forces Squadron get explosive training

    The 403rd Security Forces Squadron participated in improvised explosive devices awareness and entry control points training here June 4 during the 403rd Wing Unit Training Assembly to stay proficient and mission ready.The training focused on identifying IEDs, setting up ECPs, and securely searching

  • Flying Jennies take part in D-Day 72nd anniversary events

    C-130's were seen flying over many towns, villages, and historical sites near Normandy, France Friday in honor of the 72nd Anniversary of D-Day today. The U.S. Air Force Reserve’s 815th Airlift Squadron, along with 400 U.S. troops, participated in several ceremonial events Wednesday through Saturday

  • Hurricane Hunters fly Bonnie, prepare to investigate storm in Caribbean Sea

    Hurricane season started early for the U.S. Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters who began flying storm missions May 27, five days before the official start of the season June 1.   The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, assigned to the 403rd Wing, Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, flew five