DLA News Archive

March 21, 2024

DLA Aviation team at Corpus Christi Army Depot recognizes female co-workers

CORPUS CHRISTI ARMY DEPOT, Texas — In recognition of Women’s History Month, the DLA Aviation team at Corpus Christi Army Depot celebrated the women within their ranks during a March 13 potluck. The luncheon celebration also included a presentation of flowers and cake to those women present at event.

March 21, 2024

DLA Aviation at Warner Robins team goes the distance for excellence

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — In the midst of everyday excellence, the Storage and Distribution and Material Management teams within Defense Logistics Agency at Warner Robins still manage to go above and beyond to support mission partners, playing a crucial role in addressing time-sensitive needs for the warfighter.

March 14, 2024

Irish American Heritage Month Spotlight: Caitlin Spurling

RICHMOND, Va. — The spotlight shines on Caitlin Spurling for Irish American Heritage Month!

March 13, 2024

Kurze’s rise to DLA Executive Director: A testament to women’s empowerment in leadership

RICHMOND, Va. — In celebration of Women's History Month, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation spotlights Daniele Kurze, pronounced quart-za, recently selected to serve as the executive director of Small Business Programs at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. This historic moment marks a first for DLA as the newly created position is designated as a senior-level position; classified above a GS-15. Kurze's appointment ties perfectly with this year's theme: “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.”

March 6, 2024

DLA Aviation’s top civilian privately controls small aircraft squadron

RICHMOND, Va. — A love of aviation that took root early in Charlie Lilli’s life stemmed from his father, a doctor who enjoyed flying planes in his private time.

March 4, 2024

Reminder: Change smoke alarm batteries when clock springs forward

RICHMOND, Va. — The upcoming March 10 Daylight Saving time change marks the perfect biannual reminder to change all smoke alarm batteries, according to the DLA Fire Prevention Office team.

Feb. 26, 2024

DLA brings Air Force, industry together to keep T-38 Talons airworthy

RICHMOND, Va. — To address maintenance challenges of the T-38 Talon, a crucial trainer aircraft most Air Force pilots fly early in their careers, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation hosted a landmark collaborative forecasting event at its headquarters here Jan. 30 to Feb. 1 aimed at ensuring the right parts are available to T-38 maintainers – where and when they need them.

Feb. 26, 2024

DLA Land and Maritime gears up for annual supply chain conference

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime, in partnership with DLA Aviation and the National Defense Industrial Association, is gearing up to host the DLA Supply Chain Alliance Conference and Exhibition in downtown Columbus, Ohio, April 23-24, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

Feb. 23, 2024

African American History Observance features art, music, trailblazers

RICHMOND, Va. — Team members from Defense Logistics Agency Aviation recognized the contributions of African Americans during an observance honoring National African American History Month Celebration Feb. 20 on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Feb. 13, 2024

Reviving the Giants: The unsung heroes behind military machinery

RICHMOND, Va. — Nestled within the bays of a modest facility at Defense Supply Center Richmond lies an integral component in the advancement of the Defense Department’s industrial metalworking capabilities – an organization dedicated to revolutionizing defense manufacturing through the procurement of new equipment and refurbishment of old equipment.