DLA Weapons Support News

Sept. 8, 2021

The Elk of Defense Supply Center Richmond

Richmond, Va. — When the crisp autumn air permeates the woods of Virginia, the elk population at Defense Supply Center Richmond finds itself in the mood for love. Bugle calls of the wooing bull elk pierce the quiet, signaling a mating ritual that may include wallowing in mud and headstrong males battling for the affections of the elk cows in the herd.

Sept. 8, 2021

Communication systems are key to timely warnings during emergencies

Richmond, Va. — Communication is probably the most important critical issue that can profoundly impact the outcomes of an emergency. Communication is essential because, without effective, continuous, and consistent communication, all the other areas of emergency management would be unmanageable.

Sept. 7, 2021

DLA Aviation employees remember 9/11: Jose Buckles

RICHMOND, Va. — In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Public Affairs Office is running a week-long series Sept. 6-11 telling the stories of DLA Aviation employees who remember where they were and what they were doing that fateful day.

Sept. 7, 2021

DLA Aviation employees remember 9/11: Navy Cmdr. Curtis Ceaser

RICHMOND, Va. — In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Public Affairs Office is running a week-long series Sept. 6-11, telling the stories of DLA Aviation employees who remember where they were and what they were doing that fateful day.Name: Navy Cmdr. Curtis Ceaser

Sept. 6, 2021

DLA Aviation employees remember 9/11: Leon Moore

RICHMOND, Va. — In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Public Affairs Office is running a week-long series Sept. 6-10 telling the stories of DLA Aviation employees who remember where they were and what they were doing that fateful day.

Sept. 6, 2021

DLA Aviation employees remember 9/11: Richard Bullock

RICHMOND, Va — In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Public Affairs Office is running a week-long series Sept 6-10 telling the stories of DLA Aviation employees who remember where they were and what they were doing that fateful day.

Sept. 3, 2021

Exceptional leader leads by example

RICHMOND, Va. — Jason Elliott, chief of the Contracting Division in the Strategic Acquisition Programs Directorate at Defense Logistics Agency Aviation in Richmond, Virginia, was awarded the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Leadership Award for the month of May.

Sept. 1, 2021

Aviation Hall of Fame nominations accepted through Sep. 30

Richmond, Va. — Nominations for the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s annual Hall of Fame for 2021 are open through Sep. 30. The Aviation Hall of Fame honors former employees who have made significant and enduring contributions to DLA Aviation or Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Aug. 30, 2021

Security measures to be satisfied prior to travel

Richmond, Va. — When planning a trip, all Defense Department employees and DOD contractors need to ensure they comply with instructions in DODI 2000.16-V1 Antiterrorism Standards,

Aug. 27, 2021

60th Anniversary: Associate Lori Phillips shares thoughts on decades of service with agency

COLUMBUS, Ohio — DLA Land and Maritime’s Lori Phillips talks about her history with the agency for DLA's 60th Anniversary.

Aug. 27, 2021

Latest survey confirms DLA Aviation’s workplace culture continues to improve

Richmond, Va. — When Defense Logistics Agency Aviation sets out to create a culture of high performance, the results speak for themselves.

Aug. 26, 2021

Acquisition executive addresses procurement questions at brown bag event

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime’s Acquisition Executive Mark Brown took on questions from across the workforce Aug. 25 during his annual Brown Bag Lunch hosted by the Leadership Development Council.

Aug. 26, 2021

Celebrating DLA's 60th Anniversary: DLA Land and Maritime over the years

COLUMBUS, Ohio — For 60 years, the Defense Logistics Agency has been a leader in defense logistics, dedicated to advancing the art and science of end-to-end supply chain management and streamlined acquisition. In celebration of the DLA’s upcoming 60th Anniversary celebration in October, DLA Land and Maritime looks back at the early days of our historic support to what is known today as DLA.

Aug. 25, 2021

60th Anniversary: Longtime associate recalls DLA jobs before today's technology

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Remember typing pools? Electric typewriters? Only one telephone per group? DLA Land and Maritime’s Debbie Miller talks about what it was like working in various DLA jobs before today's technology.

Aug. 25, 2021

DLA Aviation analysts improve business processes by creating bots

Richmond, Va. — Partnering with the Defense Logistics Agency’s Robotic Process Automation Program this past year, DLA Aviation analysts collaborated with agency activities and major subordinate commands to improve business processes, increase responsiveness and manage costs.