DLA News Archive

Feb. 3, 2018

Following the Fuel

Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar — 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

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

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — 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

KUWAIT — 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

Commentary: Hang’s impact endures as retirement approaches

COLUMBUS, Ohio — On February 26, “Mighty Land” will say goodbye to Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Army Col. Yee Hang, director of Land Supplier Operations.

Feb. 2, 2018

Headquarters employees reach great heights in fitness challenge

Twenty teams and 11 individuals tested their intestinal fortitude and structural integrity of the McNamara Headquarters staircases as they competed in the annual Climb Mount Everest challenge from Dec. 4, 2017, to Jan. 12, 2018. The event helps promote workforce resiliency, in line with the goals of the DLA People and Culture Plan.

Feb. 2, 2018

A day in the life of an SES

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — 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.

Feb. 1, 2018

DLA provides Super Bowl fare for troops overseas

PHILADELPHIA — When deployed troops watch the Super Bowl this year, they can have wings, pizza and other typical game-day foods thanks to the efforts of Subsistence supply chain professionals at DLA Troop Support.

Feb. 1, 2018

Distribution Commanding General visits Oklahoma City distribution center

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma — On the afternoon of Jan. 17, DLA Distribution commanding general Army, Brig. Gen. John S. Laskodi visited DLA Distribution Oklahoma City, Oklahoma employees in Warehouse 469 at Tinker Air Force Base.

Jan. 31, 2018

Industrial Hardware contracting officer earns DLA Troop Support Employee of the Month

Thomas Smith, a contracting officer in the Industrial Hardware supply chain, is DLA Troop Support’s Employee of the Month for December.

Jan. 31, 2018

Land and Maritime outlines strategic plans during town hall

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Leaders at Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime celebrated agency accomplishments and introduced upcoming projects during a town hall at the Defense Supply Center Columbus.