• 71st SFS begins bicycle patrols

    The 71st Security Forces Squadron recently became more approachable to the Vance Air Force Base community when nine patrolmen traded in four wheels for two. At various times and days depending on manning and weather, Team Vance can interact with members of the new 71st SFS bicycle patrol. Bicycle

  • Digital technology saves money, reduces wastes

    Any amateur photographer knows the benefits of digital cameras -- no film, messy chemicals or lots of negatives to store. Last week, the non-destructive inspection section on Vance Air Force Base took advantage of that same technology to save money, improve work methods and eliminate hazardous

  • 33rd Flying Training Squadron under new leadership

    Navy CDR Scott Horadan takes command of the 33rd Flying Training Squadron from Lt. Col. Timothy Miller in a change of command ceremony at 10 a.m. today in Hangar 170. Commander Horadan was formerly the 33rd FTS director of operations. "I appreciate the confidence and support provided to me by the

  • 71st LRS, 5th FTS get new commanders

    Two Vance Air Force Base squadrons welcomed new commanders during change of command ceremonies here Friday. Maj. Daryl Cunningham accepted command of the 71st Logistics Readiness Squadron and Lt. Col. Gerald Kirchner now leads the 5th Flying Training Squadron. The 71st LRS ceremony was at 10 a.m.

  • New commander leads 71st CS

    Command of the 71st Communications Squadron changed hands during a ceremony at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Vance Club. Maj. David Snoddy accepted leadership of the squadron from Maj. Richard Folks. Major Snoddy comes to Team Vance from Air Command and Staff College at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. He