DLA News Archive

Sept. 12, 2024

DLA employees connect with Army Aviation mission during familiarization tour

RICHMOND, Va. — On Aug. 27, 21 Defense Logistics Agency Aviation employees got a firsthand look at the military operations they help sustain during a visit to the Virginia National Guard’s Army Aviation Support Facility, or AASF, in Sandston. The Procurement Process Support Directorate Culture Team designed the field trip to help underscore for them DLA Aviation’s critical role in ensuring mission success.

Aug. 29, 2024

DLA Troop Support employee celebrated for four decades of service

PHILADELPHIA — While for some, 1984 brings back memories of paying $1.10 for a gallon of gas or listening to Michael Jackson’s latest album, “Thriller,” for one Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support employee, that year began a four-decade career of federal service.

Aug. 28, 2024

DLA Aviation modernizes operations with Warehouse Management System

RICHMOND, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation recently transitioned to the Warehouse Management System at its industrial support activities collocated with Navy fleet readiness centers in San Diego, Cherry Point and Jacksonville, marking a significant milestone in ongoing efforts to improve inventory management, operational efficiency and warfighter support.

July 30, 2024

Troop Support town hall focuses on importance of workforce, ‘People First! Warfighter Always!’

PHILADELPHIA — Leadership appreciation of the civilian workforce was the running theme of the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support town hall on July 24.

June 7, 2024

Army logistician officer takes charge of DLA Troop Support Europe & Africa

KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — The charge to deliver food, uniforms, medical items and more to ensure the combat readiness of America’s warfighters throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East changed hands June 7. Army Lt. Col. Eduardo Rivera assumed command of the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Europe & Africa from Army Lt. Col. Fermin Gonzales Jr. during a change of command ceremony in Kaiserslautern, Germany.

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.

June 12, 2023

DLA Aviation at Oklahoma employees build skills during deployments

Richmond, Va. — It’s not unusual for Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Oklahoma employees to support warfighters with overseas deployments. Aaron Korstjens and Rachel Vardaman spent their recent deployments developing new skills that will help them continue to support stateside customers.

April 17, 2023

DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City welcomes improvements

Richmond, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management team celebrated the opening of a new office administration area Mar. 6 in Bldg. 2121 on Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The section had not been updated in more than 45 years, and it now boasts brighter, modern looks with essential equipment for day-to-day operations.

Feb. 28, 2023

DLA Aviation shares sustainment practices at International Military Helicopter Symposium

RICHMOND, Va. — Addressing the maintenance challenges of keeping 4,000 military helicopters flying, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Sean Tyler spoke at the International Military Helicopter Conference in London, United Kingdom Feb. 20.

Feb. 9, 2023

DLA commercial starring military supply specialists to air on AFN during Super Bowl

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Four military supply specialists will share the spotlight with pregame and halftime entertainers during a 59-second DLA commercial scheduled to air during the Super Bowl on American Forces Network Feb. 12.