DLA Aviation News

Defense Logistics Agency Aviation employee, Rene Garcia Jr. with his 3-year-old pug, Frankie, on Mount Scott, part of the Wichita Mountain range near Lawton, Oklahoma.

Nov. 13, 2023

RICHMOND, Va. — The Employee spotlight shines on DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City’s, Rene Garcia Jr.

Training the DSCR workforce for worse case scenarios.

Nov. 9, 2023

Active shooter training raising awareness on DSCR

RICHMOND, Va. — Reinforcing to the DSCR workforce that active shooter incidents can occur with little or no warning, at any place and at any time and how to be prepared should the unthinkable occur.

Nov. 8, 2023

DLA Aviation at Ogden staffer helps coworkers navigate VA claims process at Hill Air Force Base

RICHMOND, Va. — Air Force veteran Stan Craig knows firsthand the challenges of navigating the claims process at the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, which is why he is working to help the 12,000-plus veterans working at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, by hosting quarterly workshops that help veterans understand their benefits and how to receive them.

DSCR's Fire and Emergency Services encourages people to replace the batteries in the smoke alarms in their homes when clocks revert to standard time Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023.

Nov. 1, 2023

2023 Fall - Change your clock, change your battery

RICHMOND, Va. — The DSCR's Fire and Emergency Services on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia encourages everyone to replace the batteries in the smoke alarms in their homes when clocks revert to standard time Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023.

For National Disability Employment Awareness Month Defense Logistics Agency Aviation recognizes the contributions of all workers and would like to share another story from one of our team members, John Dance.

Oct. 31, 2023

National Disability Employment Awareness Month Spotlight – John Dance

RICHMOND, Va. — During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, DLA Aviation recognizes the contributions and accomplishments of members of the the workforce who are disabled, as well as promoting and supporting an inclusive work enviroment.

Navy Adm. Noble, visits warehouse at DLA Aviation Detachment Kadena in Japan.

Oct. 30, 2023

DLA Logistics Operations makes first visit to DLA Aviation Detachment Kadena, Japan

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Logistics Operations (J3), director, Adm. Noble, visits DLA Aviation Detachment Kadena in Japan.

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month with Aisha Thompson.

Oct. 27, 2023

National Disability Employment Awareness Month Spotlight - Aisha Thompson

RICHMOND, Va. — During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, DLA Aviation recognizes the contributions of all workers with disabilities, past and present, to cultivate supportive, inclusive policies and practices that benefit employees and people alike.

Oct. 20, 2023

Senior leaders talk warfighter support during two-day forum

RICHMOND, Va. — Senior leadership from across the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation enterprise met on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia for the Senior Leadership Alignment and Commitment Forum. The event took place in the Frank B. Lotts Center Oct. 18-19.

Oct. 18, 2023

DLA Aviation honors five Hall of Fame 2023 members

RICHMOND, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Hall of Fame recognizes former employees who have made significant, enduring contributions to the aviation demand and supply chain.

Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management Richmond’s Fire and Emergency Services promoted National Fire Prevention Week Oct. 10 - 12, 2023 on Defense Supply Center, Richmond, Virginia.

Oct. 18, 2023

National Fire Prevention Week spreads like wildfire on DSCR

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management Richmond’s Fire and Emergency Services promotes fire safety for National Fire Prevention Week Oct. 10 - 12, 2023 on Defense Supply Center, Richmond, Virginia.

DLA CSEL visits Richmond for first time.

Sept. 28, 2023

DLA senior enlisted leader makes first site visit to Richmond

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency’s new senior enlisted leader made his first trip to DLA Aviation on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, since taking over the position back in August.

National Preparedness Month a chance for those working DSCR to learn what to do in case of an emergency.

Sept. 27, 2023

Observing National Preparedness Month on DSCR

RICHMOND, Va. — National Preparedness Month is observed every September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time.

Sept. 27, 2023

Employees explore possibilities of emerging digital environment

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Several DLA employees explored advanced manufacturing and sustainment models that could transform the DOD supply chain while visiting industry and academia in Wichita, Kansas.

A large group of people in military uniforms and business attire stand in front of a group of military flags. All are smiling.

Sept. 14, 2023

DLA Land and Maritime, DLA Aviation discuss shared strategies at visit

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime senior leaders welcomed their DLA Aviation counterparts to Defense Supply Center Columbus Aug. 29 for continued collaboration between the sister organizations.

Sept. 13, 2023

Automation feat earns Cherry Point team Q3 kudos

Richmond, Va. — Answering a challenge from Defense Logistics Agency headquarters to implement the use of automation software in Material Management, the Requisition Alert Robot team, commonly called the RA BOT team at DLA Aviation at Cherry Point, North Carolina, stepped up and developed a solution that earned them the Defense Logistics Agency Director’s Strategic Goals Award for the 3rd Quarter of 2023.