DLA Aviation News

July 27, 2023

On-site visits develop and solidify rapport

RICHMOND, Va. — A leadership team from Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s Planning Program Directorate in Richmond, Virginia, recently conducted meetings with employees within DLA Aviation at Cherry Point on Marine Corps Air Station Chery Point, North Carolina July 11-12.

July 26, 2023

DLA Aviation recognizes 2023 May Employees of the Month

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation May 2023 Employees of the Month William French and Gary Townsend overcome challenges to keep material stocked and moving.

July 24, 2023

From Cameroon to DLA: desire to learn and improve broadens horizons

Richmond, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Air Force Master Sgt. Yanick MBA is keen to understand the ins and outs of his place in supply chain management, and how he can help improve processes that support the warfighter.

July 21, 2023

Restrooms on Defense Supply Center Richmond are going green

RICHMOND, Va. — In the interest of environmental stewardship and reducing the number of service calls for sewer line repair, backups and maintenance, all restrooms on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, are being upgraded with biodegradable paper towels.

July 20, 2023

Good food and fun highlight patriotic event on DSCR

RICHMOND, Va. — The unmistakable aroma of hot dogs, hamburgers, fried chicken, and chili filled the air in the cafeteria of the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s Operations Center (bldg. 46) on Defense Supply Center Richmond Virginia, July 12.

July 19, 2023

Aviation soars - wins DLA Director’s Strategic Goal Awards

RICHMOND, Va. — Several Defense Logistics Agency Aviation associates were recognized with DLA Director Navy Vice Adm. Michelle Skubic’s Strategic Goals Award for the 2nd Quarter of Fiscal 2023. The award recognizes the measurable contributions made by teams, or individuals, toward achieving the goals set forth within the lines of effort of the director’s Strategic Plan.

July 18, 2023

DLA Aviation April Employees of the Month keep materials moving

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s April Employees of the Month are Chad Davis and Karen Beck are problem solvers and maintain the momentum on DLA Aviation’s commitment to the warfighter.

July 14, 2023

New program targets leadership growth

Richmond, Va. — Those in supervisory roles at Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Oklahoma City are invited to participate in a new elective program, Human Leadership Development combined with Aviation Process Excellence, commonly referred to as APEx, that aims to build and enrich outstanding leadership across the command.

July 13, 2023

Vendor Information Hub: Ensuring effective communications with vendors

RICHMOND, Va. — Over the last two years, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation has increased focus on new tools, automation, and other process improvements to aide contract administrators in responding to our vendors.

July 13, 2023

Fostering camaraderie and recognizing hard work the old-fashioned way at Ogden

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Ogden hosted an employee appreciation picnic June 29 at Centennial Park on Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, Utah.

July 7, 2023

DLA Aviation recognizes 2023 March Employees of the Month

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation March 2023 employees of the month Shamika Davis and Jacob Kotula have demonstrated their initiative and skills to meet challenges and deliver material quickly and efficiently to warfighter.

July 5, 2023

DLA Aviation at Ogden welcomes new leader during change of command ceremony

RICHMOND, Va. — Air Force Col. Jason Okumura relinquished command of Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Ogden to Air Force Col. Ernest “Nest” Cage during a change of command ceremony June 30 held on Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, Utah.

June 30, 2023

Employee Spotlight: Scott Stapleton

RICHMOND, Va. — Employee spotlight regularly features outstanding non-supervisory personnel from throughout the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation and other DLA employees on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

June 29, 2023

DLA senior enlisted leader experiences world famous Bellwood Elk firsthand during trip to Richmond

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Senior Enlisted Leader Army Command Sgt. Major Tomeka O’Neal traveled to DLA Aviation on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, June 27, to engage with enlisted service members on a variety of topics and share leadership experiences.

June 22, 2023

Employee Spotlight: Antwine Ray

RICHMOND, Va. — Employee spotlight regularly features outstanding non-supervisory personnel from throughout the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation and other DLA employees on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.