DLA Distribution News

July 8, 2021

DLA police and local counterparts conduct canine focused force protection measure at DLA Distribution Susquehanna

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Eight Pennsylvania canine teams from around the New Cumberland area met at the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania’s café annex to go over planning details before conducting a random antiterrorism measure or RAM for short.

July 7, 2021

Three supervisors earn DLA Aviation’s April Leadership Award

Richmond, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation has long recognized ties between its success and the dedication of its workforce. This month, the activity is highlighting three supervisors, who tied for the DLA Aviation April Leadership Award.

July 1, 2021

Air Force and Navy logistics leaders visit DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Pentagon’s Director for Logistics, Air Force Lt. Gen. Sam C. Barrett and Defense Logistics Agency’s Director, Navy Vice Adm. Michelle C. Skubic, visited DLA Distribution Headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, June 23 for an update on the agency’s COVID-19 support efforts and a tour of the modernization efforts at DLA Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania.

July 1, 2021

Fireworks safety message from DLA Installation Management Susquehanna

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Fireworks are often used to mark special events and holidays. However, the only safe way to view fireworks is to attend a professional show. These shows are returning this year after being cancelled last year. Fireworks are simply not safe in the hands of consumers and cause thousands of injuries each year.

July 1, 2021

Following safety precautions is paramount with at home fireworks

Richmond, Va — Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Richmond’s Fire and Emergency Services and the Fire Prevention Office are looking forward to the upcoming 4th of July holiday, and we have some tips to help you enjoy the holiday safely.

June 28, 2021

Commander returns after tour with White House COVID-19 Task Force, sets sights on future warfighter support

RICHMOND, Va — When the COVID-19 pandemic began sweeping through the United States in March 2020, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. David Sanford was called upon to help this nation get through one of the worst health crises in history.

June 25, 2021

DSCR Fire Department maintains safety throughout pandemic, resumes employee fire and safety training

Richmond, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management Richmond, Fire and Emergency Services’ Fire Prevention Office has been working continually maintaining a culture of safety on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, through the pandemic and is currently conducting safety and fire training to ensure employee safety when employees transition back to working on the installation.

June 24, 2021

Past squadron commander returns to GA to lead DLA Aviation at Warner Robins

Richmond, Va — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation employees and Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex senior leaders

June 24, 2021

DLA Distribution Industry Day goes virtual

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution hosted a virtual Industry Day June 9 with over 180 industry representatives from 33 states participating. The event’s focus was to help industry partners do business with DLA Distribution and to encourage an open dialogue and exchange of information and ideas.

June 23, 2021

Employee Spotlight: Shawn Platt

RICHOND, 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. 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.

June 22, 2021

DLA Distribution Korea opens new warehouse

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, Korea held a soft opening ceremony for their new warehouse June 4 with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Far East District, and the Ministry of National Defense - Defense Installations Agency in attendance as honored guests.

June 17, 2021

Olmstead departs DLA Distribution Red River and Huertas takes command

NEW CUMEBRLAND, Pa. — Puerto Rican native Army Lt. Col. Sonia I. Huertas took command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Red River, Texas, from outgoing commander Army Lt. Col. Seth M. Olmstead in a change of command ceremony June 18.

June 16, 2021

From a Challenging Year to Unprecedented Opportunities. DLA Aviation virtual Industry Day conference draws record attendance

RICHMOND, Va — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation hosted a two-day Industry Day Virtual Conference utilizing the Zoom.gov platform, June 8-9. The theme for this year’s event was “From a challenging year to unprecedented opportunities … Opening the door to virtual accessibility.”

June 14, 2021

DLA provides masks to St. Croix residents

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Defense Logistics Agency delivered over 42,000 face masks to the U.S. Virgin Islands April 23 through May 20 on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services and in support of the U.S. government’s effort to support the global pandemic response.

June 14, 2021

Analysts field new tool, linking actions through metric driver trees

Richmond, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency hosted Air Force-DLA Day May 24 at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, during which time DLA Aviation Air Force Commander Brig. Gen. David Sanford demonstrated DLA Aviation’s’ Retail Metric Suite and its automated performance dashboards that provide targeted analytics in support of three air logistics complexes and three fleet readiness centers.