On the Fly: Robins news briefs

The following is a collection of news items of interest.Bldg. 180 ConstructionA construction project in Bldg. 180 will begin Tuesday. The project will include construction of a pre-paint sanding room; installing ventilation for a spray booth; building an equipment locker room; relocating a bridge

Never Forget: Robins observes the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II

After six years of fighting and millions of casualties, on Sept. 2, 1945, Japan surrendered to the Allied forces marking the end of World War II.Seventy years ago, more than 200 allied ships were in Tokyo Bay in Japan for the signing of the formal surrender aboard the USS Missouri.The war began

F-35 sustainment official visits Robins

When the Marines declared initial operational capability of its F-35B Lighting II July 31, it was a major milestone for the multi-service Joint Strike Fighter Program that's been in development for about 15 years. The Air Force is scheduled to reach initial operational capability with its F-35A

Med Group offers Suicide Prevention Tips

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and Robins Air Force Base is taking the opportunity to educate people on the subject.Capt. Clinton Comer, 78th Medical Operations Squadron psychology provider, said certain groups are at higher risk than others."Anyone with a significant imbalance of

Officer and enlisted evaluation systems interim change

An interim change to Air Force Instruction 36-2406, Officer and Enlisted Evaluation Systems has been posted to the e-Publishing website.The change includes guidance on Air Force form 707 and 911 - officer and enlisted performance reports. The changes became effective July 31.Officer performance

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Video Teleconferencing Services offered

The 78th Communications Directorate is now offering standardized Video Teleconferencing services for Robins customers.In the past, customers had various configurations of equipment with phone-line based connectivity. Robert Brown, 78th SC architect, developed a computer network based solution, to

Be Safe! Get the most out of the holiday weekend

Labor day - it's a time for rest, recreation and family fun. Most government offices, schools and businesses will be closed.Communities across America normally provide public entertainment and events for your family and friends; public celebrations with fireworks, parades and outdoor festivities.We

September is National Preparedness Month

Since 2004, the nation has annually observed September as National Preparedness Month. This year's theme, "Don't Wait, Communicate," serves as a reminder that we must take the necessary steps to be prepared not just today, but throughout the year.Every September, the Installation Office of Emergency

Robins to gain new mission, 339th to expand with E-8C air crew

There are a few job openings in the 339th Flight Test Squadron at Robins.If you're specifically looking to continue a flying career aboard the E-8C's Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System, also based here, there's an opportunity to do just that.The flight test squadron's mission will expand