Brush up on snow call procedures

Winter doesn't officially start until December but a winter storm could happen any day. According to Capt. Debbie Swetland, 21st Operations Support Squadron weather flight commander, this winter is anticipated to be warmer and drier than average, the snowiest periods being in mid-December, early

Wing's most recent promotions highlighted on web

The names of 302nd Airlift Wing Air Force Reservists who were recently promoted can now be seen on the Wing website's promotions page. Click here or on the "promotions page" related link to see which Air Force Reserve members have earned new rank.

Aiming for success

Peterson gears up for base exercise

Peterson Air Force Base members will conduct emergency response exercises Oct. 22 to 26 as part of the 21st Space Wing's continued commitment to ensure base readiness. These exercises may cause short delays at all Peterson AFB and Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station gates. There will be some traffic

'Fini-flight' honors thirty-plus year flight engineer

Vietnam-era veteran and long-time Air Force Reserve C-130 flight engineer Chief Master Sgt. Tom Farley was recognized for his 33 years of service and more than 11,300 flying hours Sept. 27 in a fini-flight celebration, here.Once parked and the C-130's engines were shut down, Farley's family and his

MAFFS 2012: Busy year for 302nd includes battling fires in own ‘backyard’

2012 will go down as one of the busiest in history for members of the 302nd Airlift Wing at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., involved in the aerial firefighting mission. In addition to the heavy work load, the Reservists will remember 2012 as a year they were called on to battle raging wildfires in

Space Wing commander to host community town hall

The 21st Space Wing supports about 10,500 active duty military members and civilians, more than 17,000 retirees, and thousands of family members. It's a big commitment to ensure the needs of all these people are met. To address any questions or concerns users may have about life on Peterson AFB,

The other side of the fire: Reservist loses home

As Colorado's windswept Waldo Canyon fire flared up to historic proportions June 26, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard aerial firefighting C-130s had been taking to the skies for more than 24 hours, helping to contain the growing menace.Just yards from the C-130's fire retardant drops,

Planning, preparation key to fire safety

When fire strikes in arid conditions, a home could be engulfed in smoke and flames in just a few minutes, possibly trapping whoever or whatever might be inside. That is why the Peterson fire department is going to be out in full force during the Annual Fire Prevention Week Oct. 6 -13 teaming up with

CFC: Get your give on

No one ever plans to have an emergency or need assistance from charities. However, the Waldo Canyon fire this summer taught Colorado residents tragedies can happen any time and traditionally, service members are benevolent in nature and will always support those who need it. It's time again to look