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  • Vigil run pays tribute to POW and MIA

    Team Andersen is scheduled to honor prisoners of war and those missing in action with a 24-hour vigil run and retreat ceremony here, Sept. 20 to 21."The run recognizes the sacrifices and contributions made by all veterans who have served our nation," said Master Sgt. Calvin Mason, 36th Medical Group

  • Andersen's Olympians

    Though geographically separated from most of the units on Andersen, it was no surprise to hear the letters "A-M-M-O!" reverberate through the air as the 36th Munitions Squadron kicked-off their annual Ammo Olympics with a squadron battle cry here, Aug. 30. The Ammo Olympics is an event where the

  • Andersen's Best

    Tech. Sgt. Elizabeth Scheid, 36th Wing Operations Support Squadron noncomissioned officer in charge of airfield management training, was awarded Team Andersen's Best here Aug. 30. Sergeant Scheid maximized efficiency of Andersen's taxiways and runways as an airfield manager by meticulously balancing

  • MSG corner: keeping the "profession of arms" compliant and ready

    This week, the 36th Mission Support Group highlights the 36th Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance section.The CATM mission is to ensure that all weapons utilized by 36th Wing personnel are functional, maintained and ready when the Airmen are called to duty. Additionally,

  • Andersen and Australian EOD work together in Tri-Crab 2012

    Team Andersen's Explosive Ordnance Disposal participated in the biennial multinational EOD exercise Tri-Crab 2012 from Aug. 20-31 on and around Guam.Tri-Crab is a combined engagement that focuses on strengthening relationships within the Asia-Pacific region through training and information

  • Rolling with the 736th SFS

    Security Forces members from Andersen Air Force Base participate in an Air Force combative course, Aug. 30. During the class, participants were taught the proper way to strike and grapple during hand-to-hand combat situations.

  • Avoiding potential risks keeps drivers safe

    Driving hazards are often avoidable and the 36th Wing safety office, along with the Air Force as a whole, are sharing their safety concerns."Our goal here at Andersen is to prevent future mishaps by arming Airmen and their families with the knowledge of all the possible driving risks, allowing them

  • New DOD policy for TDY and PCS cancellations

    Beginning October 1, 2012, any travel authorization that includes air travel must be approved and ticketed at least 72 hours in advance of the scheduled flight departure to avoid airline reservations from being cancelled. This is due to a new policy being instituted by the airlines under the FY13

  • AF senior leaders stress safety over Labor Day weekend

    Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy issued the following message to all Air Force personnel:As our Nation pays tribute to American workers during Labor Day weekend, we thank all Airmen for your

  • Andersen exercises for success

    Team Andersen participated in Beverly Palm 12-04, an Operational Readiness Exercise, here Aug. 17-24. The exercise prepares Team Andersen for future inspections. "These exercises are used to take positive steps toward improving the base and preparing for upcoming inspections," said Master Sgt.