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  • 'The Mighty Eighth' changes command

    Leadership of Eighth Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) changed hands June 1 when Maj. Gen. Floyd L. Carpenter assumed command from Lt. Gen. Robert J. Elder Jr., becoming the 48th commander of "The Mighty Eighth." Gen. John D.W. Corley, commander of Air Combat Command, presided over the ceremony, with

  • JFCC Global Strike gets new commander

    With a salute and the words, "Sir, I accept command," Maj. Gen. Floyd L. Carpenter took command of the Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike from Lt. Gen. Robert J. Elder, at 10:30 a.m., in a change of command ceremony here today. Lt. Gen. Elder will have a retirement ceremony

  • 5BW completes NSI with satisfactory rating

    The base's first no-notice Nuclear Surety Inspection concluded today with an announcement that the wing has been given the highest rating possible -- a satisfactory rating, meaning it remains certified to perform its strategic mission. The 10-day inspection was a demanding and detailed evaluation of

  • Commander Bids Farewell after 34 year career

    It seems like it was just yesterday that I left Detroit with great anticipation to enter the Air Force and begin flight training. As I look back on the past 33 years, I realize that my Air Force experience was even more exciting than I could have imagined! I certainly never thought that one day I

  • Air Force announces leadership change in 'The Mighty Eighth'

    The Department of the Air Force announced this afternoon that Lt. Gen. Robert J. Elder Jr., commander Eighth Air Force (Air Forces Strategic), is planning to retire. Gen. Elder has been leading "The Mighty Eighth" for three years this June. "It has been a privilege to serve the nation in uniform for

  • 'The Mighty Eighth' names 2008's Outstanding Airmen of the Year

    In a gala event held in the Riverdome at the Horseshoe Hotel and casino in Bossier City, the Eighth Air Force announced their Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2008 in seven categories including: Airmen, Non-Commissioned Officer, Senior Non-Commissioned Officer, First Sergeant, Company Grade

  • Bomb Comp makes a return

    Eighth Air Force (Air Forces Strategic) concluded its first bombing, navigation, weapons loading and security forces competition in more than 15 years with a symposium and awards ceremony here March 4. More than 80 participants competed in Proud Shield II/Giant Sword II to demonstrate proficiencies

  • Barksdale honors Air Force legend

    Barksdale Air Force Base dedicated a new state-of-the-art conference center in the Barksdale Club in honor of retired Maj. Gen. William Eubank Jr., during a ceremony here March 4. General Eubank is often called "Mr. B-52" because he accepted the first B-52 into the Air Force inventory in 1955. The

  • "The Mighty Eighth" celebrates anniversaries

    The month of February marks a historic time for the Headquarters Eighth Air Force (Air Forces Strategic). On Feb. 1, the Numbered Air Force celebrated 67 years since the VIII Bomber Command, from which the 8th Air Force traces its heritage, was activated at Langley Field, Virginia. On Sunday, Feb.