Feb. 8, 2017 Combat runs on BACN The Battlefield Airborne Communications Node will reach 10,000 combat missions within the next month, hitting a significant milestone just as the program office here works to expand the current fleet to eight combat-ready platforms.
Feb. 7, 2017 Straight Talk: Rules of the road for pedestrians HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – In this week’s Straight Talk, I’ll address a question I received about use of sidewalks by pedestrians on the installation.If you have a question and are not sure where to find the answer, I encourage you to contact the Straight Talk line at 781-225-1380 or by email
Feb. 7, 2017 National Children’s Dental Health Month HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. -- February is upon New England: a time of groundhogs, Valentines and icy wind. Since its humble origins as a daylong observance in 1941, National Children’s Dental Health Month is celebrated each February thanks to the American Dental Association. Children in local
Feb. 6, 2017 Free tax software, support available WASHINGTON — With the tax season upon us, service members and their families can access free tax-filing software and consultations to help them navigate the task of submitting their annual taxes. Military members and their families can visit the Military OneSource website or call 1-800-342-9647 for
Feb. 2, 2017 AF tattoo policy updates implemented JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- According to an Air Force Policy Memorandum for Appearance and Accession Standards Review, revisions for tattoo standards applicable to the Total Force took effect earlier this month. The guidance, which will be incorporated into Air Force Instruction
Feb. 1, 2017 Update to state-issued ID access to Hanscom Individuals with state-issued identification cards from five states must continue to provide alternative forms of identification to access Hanscom and other Air Force installations, base officials announced last week.
Feb. 1, 2017 Free tax services available Tax season has arrived and trained volunteers are available to provide free tax filing services to service members at Hanscom and the surrounding community.
Feb. 1, 2017 Blended Retirement System Opt-In training now available JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- The Department of Defense will implement the new Blended Retirement System in less than a year. While no one needs to make a decision until Jan. 1, 2018, all Airmen should take advantage of training and informational resources to research their options
Feb. 1, 2017 Mentoring program key to CGOs The Company Grade Officer Council here recently launched a new program to provide CGOs an opportunity to grow leadership skills through direct interaction and mentorship with senior leaders.
Feb. 1, 2017 AF responds to hiring freeze The Air Force is working with the Defense Department to provide additional guidance on the federal civilian hiring freeze implemented Jan. 23.