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Aug. 8, 2023

Leadership changes hands at DLA Distribution Bahrain

Navy Cmdr. John A. Olabode took command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Bahrain from outgoing Navy Capt. Jeretta R. Dillon, during a change of command ceremony Aug. 8. Navy Capt. Marcus Jones, assistant chief of staff for logistics and infrastructure, with U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, officiated the ceremony.

Aug. 8, 2023

DLA Aviation and DLA Distribution at Tinker AFB swiftly respond to critical pin shortage, averting grounding of KC-135 and E-3 Fleet

When the Air Force’s E-3 Sentry fleet at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma reported a defect in a critical aircraft component last year, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation and Distribution teams leapt into action.

Aug. 4, 2023

Navy Reserve officer receives prestigious award

Navy Lt. Cmdr. Benjamin Chen, executive officer for Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s Joint Reserve Force in Richmond, Virginia, was honored as one of five recipients to receive the calendar year 2022 Vice Adm. Robert F. Batchelder Award.

Aug. 4, 2023

DDJC successfully hosts summer internship program

Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin, California, successfully implemented a student summer internship at the DDJC installation that started Mar. 1.

Aug. 3, 2023

Aviation leadership tour Minot Air Force Base

Senior leadership from Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s Customer Operations Directorate accompanied DLA Vice Director Brad Bunn on a site visit to Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 17-19. The purpose of the visit was to provide senior DLA leadership a chance to see in-person the weapon systems DLA supports at Minot.

Aug. 2, 2023

Employee Spotlight: Dovie Gary

Defense Logistics Agency Aviation employee spotlight features Dovie Gary.

Aug. 2, 2023

DLA Distribution launches new command video

Defense Logistics Agency Distribution is launching a new video, “DLA Distribution: Enabling Readiness,” August 2 at 12:00 p.m. on the DLA YouTube site. The video highlights the amazing DLA Distribution workforce, the true powerhouse driving storage and distribution excellence.

July 31, 2023

2 DLA employees earn DOD Workforce Recruitment Program awards

Two Defense Logistics Agency employees received honors during the Defense Department’s 2023 Workforce Recruitment Program Awards ceremony July 27 in Alexandria, Virginia.

July 28, 2023

Site visit highlights supply chain support, test lab capabilities

Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime leadership hosted a site visit with DLA Aviation Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Sean Tyler at Defense Supply Center Columbus July 26.

July 28, 2023

Employee Spotlight: James Purtell

James Purtell is featured in the employee spotlight.

July 27, 2023

DLA Distribution’s Padgett retires after a combined service of nearly 59 years

Defense Logistics Agency Distribution’s Jerry W. Padgett is retiring from government service having served nearly 59 years of civilian and military service.

July 27, 2023

On-site visits develop and solidify rapport

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

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

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

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.