DLA News Archive

Defense Supply Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Andrew McNamara visits the DSA offices in Battle Creek, Michigan, for the dedication of the Defense Logistics Services Center in February 1963.

Feb. 1, 2017

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — DLA’s Logistics Information Services is responsible for the management and operation of the Federal Logistics Information System, incorporating data requirements for cataloging, supply and other logistics support for the Department of Defense, civil government agencies and participating NATO countries.

Chief Warrant Officer 2 Larry Lyons (blue helmet) serves at DLA Energy Pacific at Okinawa, Japan, as an operations and plans officer for bulk fuel receipt, storage, and inventory management and distribution. Part of his responsibilities are to help administer a six-month augmentee program where DLA Energy Pacific at Okinawa gives fuel Marines a chance to learn pipeline, lab, tanks, bunkering and tank gauging operations.

Feb. 1, 2017

DLA Warrant Officers

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — DLA’s warrant officers are small in number, but their impact is felt throughout the enterprise. They play a critical role in providing support to commanders, service members and DLA customers.

Feb. 1, 2017

DLA NewsWire

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — News from across the agency is highlighted through DLA Newswire.

Feb. 1, 2017

I am DLA

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — Highlighting Laurie Darrisaw, An equal employment opportunity specialist and training coordinator in the DLA Aviation Equal Employment Opportunity Office at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Jan. 31, 2017

DLA Aviation commander takes quarterly walk, talks with employees

Richmond, VA. — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Allan Day took his quarterly walk, Jan. 26 speaking with employees across DLA Aviation in Richmond, Virginia.

Defense Logistics Agency Director Air Force Lt. Gen. Andy Busch and DLA Energy Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Martin Chapin listen to a briefing during the DLA Energy's Annual Operating Plan Review at the McNamara Headquarters Complex, Fort Belvoir, Jan. 30.

Jan. 31, 2017

DLA Energy senior leaders present Annual Operating Plan

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Strategic and operational issues dominated the annual operating plan at Defense Logistics Agency Energy at the McNamara Headquarters complex at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Jan. 30.

Roy Dillard, deputy director of Clothing and Textiles, talks to Air Force Gen. Darren McDew, commander of U.S. Transportation Command, about how the supply chain supports the warfighter with uniforms, protective equipment and much more. McDew was in Philadelphia Jan. 19 to learn about DLA Troop Support’s supply chains.

Jan. 31, 2017

USTRANSCOM commander seeks increased alignment with DLA

PHILADELPHIA — While in Philadelphia Jan. 19, Air Force Gen. Darren McDew encouraged DLA Troop Support employees to consider how they would have executed their duties if the warfighter wasn’t so engaged the past 15 years.

From left: Robert Work, deputy secretary of defense; Kathy Rhem, DLA HR communications manager; Brad Bunn, director of DLA HR; Rosie Allen-Herring, president/CEO, United Way National Capital Area; Michael Rhodes, director of administration, DoD Office of the Deputy Chief Management Officer, Jan. 26, 2017, the Pentagon.

Jan. 31, 2017

Pentagon gives DLA awards for CFC efforts

The Defense Logistics Agency was honored at a Pentagon ceremony Jan. 26, for exceeding its 2016 Combined Federal Campaign goal. DLA also won the award for Best Overall Communications Program for medium-sized organizations.

DLA Energy Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Martin Chapin addresses attendees during the 2017 Joint Petroleum Seminar held at the McNamara Headquarters Complex, Jan. 23-25. The annual DLA Energy seminar is held to strengthen relationships between Department of Defense petroleum leaders, exchange ideas and increase operational and organizational effectiveness.

Jan. 30, 2017

Joint Petroleum Seminar focuses on relationships, future leaders

Growing the next generation of joint petroleum leaders was the theme of the 16th Joint Petroleum Seminar at the McNamara Headquarters Complex at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Jan. 23-25.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Isaiah English, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron tactical aircraft maintainer, examines the wiring under an F-16CM Fighting Falcon at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Jan. 25, 2017. English examined the wire to ensure that it was within safety regulations and made repairs where needed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)

Jan. 30, 2017

New repair process offers success

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C.(AFNS) — Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Air Force website — With the mission of the U.S. Air Force constantly evolving, the aircraft which keep that mission alive need to evolve as well.