• Why I Stay: The inspiring journey of Staff Sgt. Cody Linden

    In a world often clouded by uncertainty, there are individuals whose dedication and selflessness shine brightly, illuminating a path for others to follow. Staff Sgt. Cody Linden is one such individual, whose journey of service and sacrifice serves as inspiration to all who come across his story.

  • RPP: Boom operator jumps into the cockpit

    When U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Alex Gavon, 343rd Training Squadron flight chief, stepped off the Cessna 182T Skylane he had just flown through the skies of Denton, Texas, his eyes seemed to relish the sight of flat ground, an all-new experience for him despite being no stranger to the air. Before

  • The Legacy of MWD Nemo and Robert ‘Bob’ Thorneburg

    Vietnam War Veteran Airman Robert ‘Bob’ Throneburg and his partner, Military Working Dog Nemo, have an enduring legacy within the working dog community. On April 2, Throneburg’s family came to see the impacts of this legacy in person when they visited the 341st Training Squadron.

  • Enhancing trainee performance: A breakdown of “Operation First Flight”

    Air Force Basic Military Training has undergone a significant transformation with the recent implementation of Zero Week at the 323rd Training Squadron. This strategic, organizational conversion marks an intentional shift in the approach to training new recruits, with the goal of not only assessing

  • Basic Defender Course optimizes training for high-end fight

    In a strategic move toward enhancing national defense capabilities, Air Force Security Forces is reoptimizing training to ensure Defenders are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle evolving threats in a modern era. The 343rd Training Squadron’s Security Forces technical training is