Commentaries

Sept. 22, 2023
Get your legal affairs in order before the next deployment

For a military servicemember, deployment can be complex and challenging. There are a variety of factors to consider, from complying with relevant laws and regulations to mitigating potential risks.
June 30, 2023
Three generations of Air Force pilots -- the Wasserstrom legacy

Capt. Adam Wasserstrom, a first assignment instructor pilot at Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma, is not the first Wasserstrom to be a pilot in the Air Force. Nor is he the second. Wasserstrom is a third-generation Air Force pilot, and second-generation FAIP.
Jan. 19, 2023
A legacy of hard work, military service, pursuing the American Dream

I am 2nd Lt. Gavin Kim and this is my story.
Oct. 18, 2022
Father's experience in IDF shaped lieutenant's sense of service to country

My father was born in Israel and served in the Israeli Defense Force for many of his formative years. It was his experience that shaped my sense of service.
Oct. 19, 2021
Girls Fly Too Airshow re-instills love for the job

The Girls Fly Too Airshow reminded me that even on the bad days, this profession is worth it. This airshow changed more than my perspective on my uniform; it changed my mindset. It changed the way I view my coworkers, my peers, and myself. The most memorable moment for me was when a little girl with
May 19, 2020
Helping Airmen – first sergeants make a difference

I became a first sergeant to help Airmen and to make a difference in their lives.
April 7, 2020
Staying connected while social distancing

With modern technology we have the ability to stay virtually connected with our family and friends while social distancing.
Sept. 16, 2019
Mission-ready has become mission-first at any cost

During the Resilience Tactical Pause in August, I had the chance to reflect on resiliency and the state of today’s Air Force. To me, it seems our status of always being ready turned into the mission coming first at any cost.
Aug. 6, 2019
Boy Scout Troop 11 tours Vance, learns about mission up close

Boy Scout Troop 11 toured Vance Air Force Base, Wednesday, July 31.
July 28, 2019
Extending base-community ties through art, technology

The “Vance experience” is often described as being similar to a remote tour, just stateside. That definition alludes to the strong relationships that are formed at Vance.