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Aug. 31, 2020

Selfless, mission-oriented characteristics lead to supervisory recognition

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Leadership Working Group recognized Sean Shockley this past April with the DLA Aviation Leadership Award. Shockley is the Demand Planning Branch chief for the Customer-Focused Intelligence Team within DLA Aviation’s Planning Process Directorate.

Aug. 28, 2020

A Phantom and Falcon move onto DSCR

On Aug. 26 and 27, Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia became the home to two new aircraft displays, a F-4 Phantom II and a F-16 Fighting Falcon.

Aug. 26, 2020

White receives March Leadership Award: nurtures success through relationships

Tough times can bring out the best in many of us, and Defense Logistics Agency Aviation leaders are no exception. Sherri White is one such leader whose contributions and qualities were recognized with the DLA Aviation Leadership Award for the month of March.

Aug. 21, 2020

Installation Management conducts survey of resident bats

Despite the industrial nature of Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, and its large human workforce, the property is also home to native flora and fauna that are integral to the ecosystem and the overall environmental health of the installation.

Aug. 19, 2020

DLA Aviation Employee Spotlight: Thomas Pollock

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. Organizational directors may submit names of employees they wish to feature in this column to DLA Aviation Public Affairs. For more information, call (804) 279-3139.

Aug. 17, 2020

How to find out about changes in DSCR operating status during inclement weather, other emergencies

When Hurricane Isaias was forecasted to bring heavy rain and damaging winds to the metro Richmond area Aug. 4, Defense Supply Center Richmond leadership made the decision to close center to everyone except those deemed essential in anticipation of the storm. How did you find out the center was closed?

Aug. 14, 2020

Employee Spotlight: Clinton Jones

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. Organizational directors may submit names of employees they wish to feature in this column to DLA Aviation Public Affairs. For more information, call (804) 279-3139.

Aug. 13, 2020

Team Hill Frontlines: Paul Sewell

Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Hill Air Force Base website — Paul Sewell works in Odgen DLA Aviation in storage and distribution. He receives and routes material, assemblies and other material into and out of shop facilities. He is from Ogden, Utah, and his hobbies include cheering for the Las Vegas Raiders, golfing, camping, and woodworking.

Aug. 12, 2020

Aviation’s Duke named National CFC award winner

Christie Duke, program analyst for Defense Logistics Agency Aviation's Command Programs Office was recently recognized with a national Combined Federal Campaign Hero Award as a result of the hard work and dedication she put in to making the 2019 CFC campaign a success as campaign co-manager on DSCR.

Aug. 10, 2020

Hurricane preparedness at DLA Aviation extends beyond gates

Hurricane season is an annual affair, but emergency management personnel take a fresh look each year at their ability to prepare for and weather any storms that may roll over the installation, including recuperation from tropical storm Isaias.

Aug. 7, 2020

Defense Supply Center Richmond gets a facelift

Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, is currently undergoing renovations to the installation in the form of upgrades and/or additions.

Aug. 7, 2020

Team Hill Frontlines: Shelley Howe

Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Hill Air Force Base website — Shelley Howe works in DLA Aviation Ogden as a distribution facilities specialist. She is from South Weber, Utah and her hobbies include pickleball, golf, fishing and camping.

Aug. 5, 2020

Marine Corps Customer Facing Division deputy chief receives June Leadership Award at DLA Aviation

Roy Drake, deputy chief, Marine Corps Customer Facing Division, has been named the recipient of the June Leadership Award at Defense Logistics Agency Aviation.

Aug. 3, 2020

Aviation Hall of Fame nominations accepted through August 31

Nominations for the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s annual Hall of Fame for 2020 are open through Aug. 31. The Aviation Hall of Fame honors former employees who have made significant and enduring contributions to DLA Aviation or Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

July 31, 2020

DLA Aviation awards multimillion-dollar contract supporting naval aviation maintenance

Defense Logistics Agency Aviation awarded a $16.48 million contract June 17 to help the Navy automate landing gear repairs at Fleet Readiness Center Southwest in San Diego.