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Feb. 6, 2018

AFRL helps enable laser paint removal technology

Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base website — AFRL Materials Integrity engineers recently played a key role in enabling the safer and more efficient removal of paint from F-16 aircraft through the newly-adopted Robotic Laser Coating Removal System.

Feb. 6, 2018

Fabricators fab Fighting Falcons

Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Shaw Air Force Base website — As an F-16CM Fighting Falcon soars across the sky, harsh winds peel off some of the gray paint, causing corrosion to the jet.

Feb. 6, 2018

DLA director returns to speak at Hampton University Founder’s Day

Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell K. Williams recently delivered the keynote address at his alma mater, Hampton University, as it marked the 150th year since its founding after the Civil War as a college for African Americans who had just received their freedom.

Feb. 5, 2018

San Diego Distribution center participates in Operation Warfighter internship program

DLA Distribution San Diego, California, in conjunction with the Department of Defense’s Operation Warfighter internship program, recently hosted Navy Petty Officers Heather Fournier and Christine Broadhurst.

Feb. 5, 2018

‘Demon’ brigade stands ready to deliver fuel

Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Fort Riley website — Several units from the 1st Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, worked together to conduct a unique and important training on Marshall Army Airfield Jan. 23 to 27.

Feb. 3, 2018

Following the Fuel

Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing website — High above a cold and dusty mountain range in Afghanistan, an F-16 Fighting Falcon receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker at more than 30,000 feet. Many man hours and quality control processes are completed by U.S. Air Force Airmen and civilian contractors to ensure this fighter receives the fuel it needs to complete the mission.

Feb. 2, 2018

Civil rights leader speaks at MLK Day of Service

Defense Logistics Agency Aviation welcomed civil rights leader Lonnie King Jr., as the honored guest at a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service presentation Jan. 30. Co-sponsored by DLA Aviation’s Procurement Process Support Directorate and Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity, King’s presentation drew nearly 350 attendees to the Frank Lotts Conference Center at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Feb. 2, 2018

Distribution leadership hosts Gen. Darren McDew, USAF, USTRANSCOM Commander

Air Force Gen. Darren W. McDew, commander, U.S. Transportation Command and members of his team visited DLA Distribution Jan. 30 for a DLA Distribution update.

Feb. 2, 2018

387th AEG develops Cargo City to maintain operations

Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing website — Construction is currently underway to provide a work environment for U.S. coalition forces to continue aerial port operations in Kuwait City. The aerial port is a strategic logistics point to deliver passengers and cargo throughout the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility and its future was recently put in jeopardy due to a construction project timeline issue.

Feb. 2, 2018

A day in the life of an SES

Defense Logistics Agency Energy employee Chris Boeding walks side by side a senior executive during a week-long shadowing experience with DLA Energy Deputy Commander Guy Beougher, Jan. 22-26.