DLA News Archive

May 20, 2025

DSCR earns national recognition with 2025 Commander in Chief’s Excellence Award

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Supply Center Richmond earned the 2025 Commander in Chief’s Annual Award for Installation Excellence, recognizing its outstanding support of Department of Defense missions.

May 20, 2025

Early-career employees explore what’s N.E.X.T. in Aviation careers

RICHMOND, Va. — To help early-career employees define their professional paths and expand their understanding of career options within Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, the Procurement Process Support Directorate, often referred to as BP, hosted the “What’s N.E.X.T.?” career development briefing at Defense Supply Center Richmond.

May 16, 2025

DLA Aviation at Jacksonville connects with warfighters at Kings Bay event

KINGS BAY, Ga. — The team at Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Jacksonville recently sponsored a "Meet the Warfighter" event, offering its team a valuable opportunity to connect with service members at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay in Georgia.

May 14, 2025

Employee Spotlight: Marcial Cora Cruz III

RICHMOND, Va. — DLA Aviation shines the spotlight on Marcial Cora Cruz III..!

May 14, 2025

Ellsworth visit reinforces critical DLA-Navy partnership at Cherry Point

RICHMOND, Va. — U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Chad Ellsworth, commander of Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, visited Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, on April 17 to meet with DLA Aviation at Cherry Point and Fleet Readiness Center East senior leadership, underscoring the critical collaboration between DLA and the Navy in supporting global military operations.

May 9, 2025

DLA Director urges ‘deliberate, disciplined’ approach to transformation

RICHMOND, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency director told DLA Aviation leaders here May 5 that the agency must transform to meet evolving Defense Department needs and ensure continued warfighter support.

May 9, 2025

DLA Aviation honors employees, addresses leadership transition at annual awards and town hall

RICHMOND, Va. — Seven individuals who exemplify dedication and excellence within the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation were honored May 8 during the 5th Annual DLA Aviation Awards Ceremony.

May 7, 2025

Hundreds lace up to combat sexual assault at DLA Aviation SAAPM 5K

RICHMOND, Va. — In a powerful display of unity and support, over 400 employees participated in the annual Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) Fun Run/Walk hosted by Defense Logistics Agency Aviation.

May 1, 2025

DLA Aviation, AAR Corp team up to supercharge warfighter support

RICHMOND, Va. — Forget red tape and sluggish deliveries. Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s Supplier Operations Original Equipment Manufacturer Directorate and Allen Aircraft Radio Corporation have joined forces to significantly boost warfighter support.

April 22, 2025

Red-Hot rush: DLA Aviation supports mission readiness with rapid response times

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. — DLA Aviation at Warner Robins' job is critical when time is of the essence, particularly when aircraft are up for functional testing following programmed depot maintenance. When maintainers need a crucial part on a time crunch it’s labeled ‘red hot,’ and DLA Aviation is on the clock to prevent work stoppages on the flight line and to keep urgent functional testing on track.