News

June 6, 2008
Microsoft 2007 upgrade hits Robins this summer

Robins Network users will soon notice a change in the appearance of their computer software. Robins will upgrade its government computers with the Microsoft Office 2007 package beginning this month, as part of an Air Force-wide deployment of the software. The phased upgrade will take effect between
June 3, 2008
Base historian garners Frank Futrell Award

A simple phone call from someone inquiring about a piece of Air Force history inspired William Head, Warner Robins Air Logistics Center historian, to write a book about AC-119G Shadow and AC-119K Stinger gunships in the Vietnam War. One year later, his book is being recognized at the Air Force
May 30, 2008
'Mission Complete' 19th Air Refueling Group mission ends at Robins

When it comes to stories, few units can beat the arsenal of tales associated with the 19th Air Refueling Group. The group's legacy provides an endless supply of sagas as the unit has recorded each chapter in its 80 year history. On May 28, the Black Knights recorded the end to its many chapters of
May 30, 2008
AF looks at hydrogen as potential fuel source

Few of us would ever think of pouring water down the gas tank. However, as the Air Force continues initiatives to redefine the Air Force's energy culture, more Airmen might picture water as an energy source. No one is going to be pouring water down our gas tanks anytime soon, but there is a
May 30, 2008
Environmental Management wins Secretary of Defense Pollution Prevention Award

Robins has proven it's a good caretaker of the environment. Robins recently earned the fiscal 2007 Secretary of Defense Pollution Prevention Award in the Industrial Category, for its vast efforts in improving aircraft paint processes and implementing green procurement practices to protect the
May 30, 2008
19th ARG members gather for final celebration

Family and friends of the 19th Air Refueling Group were treated to some fun in the air followed by some fun on the ground May 22. The fun-filled day was a final celebration for the group as they prepared for their closing ceremonies May 28. The day started with members of the Black Knight family
May 30, 2008
Retired officer reflects on wartime career

A retired Air Force nurse shared her experience as a specialty care section chief at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, with more than 100 people from the community at the Museum of Aviation's Hangar One on May 21. Marie Berry, wife of Col. Warren Berry, 78th Air Base Wing commander,
May 29, 2008
Annual Camellia Gardens ceremony pays tribute to 56 deceased Team Robins members

Hundreds of friends and family members gathered in the scenic Camellia Gardens May 22 to honor and memorialize 56 departed military and civilian members of the Robins family. Maj. Gen. Tom Owen, commander of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Center, delivered the memorial address, a tribute to the men
May 22, 2008
Joint exercise helps firefighters gain experience

Base and community firefighters joined together for two days, swapping knowledge and experiences to ensure in the event of an emergency, they are prepared to answer the call. The Macon Bibb County Fire Department joined the Robins Fire Department for a joint live-fire exercise May 8 and 9 at the
May 22, 2008
Museum’s Mission Quest gives JROTC cadets a taste of flying

"Don't forget to put you landing gear down," echoed through the corridors of the Mission Quest lab as Northside High School students took a few F-15 Eagles and a C-17 Globemaster III for a spin. The 60 students, cadets in the high school's Air Force Junior ROTC program, were all thrilled to get in