DLA Weapons Support News

Nov. 29, 2018

DLA Installation Operations Richmond firefighters promoted

Richmond, Va — Defense Logistics Agency Installation Operations Richmond’s Fire and Emergency Services Chief Don Rodgers promoted two firefighters in a pinning ceremony on Nov. 14 at the fire station on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Nov. 28, 2018

Commander hosts town hall, recognizes award winners

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency’s Dynamic Operating Plan and observations from his first 100 days of command were the focus of Navy Rear Adm. John Palmer’s second town hall since taking the helm of DLA Land and Maritime.

Nov. 28, 2018

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

Richmond, Va — There are several ways Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, employees can find out about changes in the installation’s operating status during winter weather and other emergencies.

Nov. 27, 2018

Family service, loss themes of 2018 Marine Corps birthday celebration at DSCC

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Marine Corps celebrated 243 years of service to the nation during a birthday celebration at the Defense Supply Center Columbus Nov. 7. “The U.S. Marine Corps has a long, proud history of service defending America’s liberties and ideals dating back to the foundation of our country,” said Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Deputy Commander Steve Alsup opening the program. “Through multiple conflicts, the valor and courage of the Corps has been battle-tested and proven.”

Nov. 26, 2018

Employee Spotlight: Jason Tierson

Richmond, 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.

Nov. 20, 2018

Contract Administration Division holds annual recognition ceremony, celebrates successes

Richmond, Va — Robert Baker, division chief, Contract Administration, Supplier Operations Commodities Directorate, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, hosted his annual end of fiscal year Town Hall Nov. 7 to celebrate employees’ accomplishments this past fiscal 2018.

Nov. 16, 2018

The Wheel starts turning at DLA Aviation

Richmond, Va. — The “Wheel” started turning Oct. 29 in the McKeever Auditorium as Julia Roquemore, division chief, Aviation and Airframes Division, Supplier Operations Commodities Directorate, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, opened the pilot session of a new supervisors’ overview that has been a year in the planning.

Nov. 14, 2018

DSCC celebrates the military men and women that have served our nation

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Associates attended a Veterans Information Fair and special program to celebrate and honor those who have served in the US military throughout the day Nov. 7 at the Defense Supply Center Columbus.

Nov. 9, 2018

DLA celebrates the Marines' 243rd birthday

Richmond, Va. — Marines, airmen, soldiers, sailors, veterans and Defense Logistics Agency Aviation employees celebrated the Marines' 243rd birthday Nov. 5, with a ceremony in the old Center Restaurant on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Nov. 8, 2018

Family trees planted firmly around DLA Aviation - Richmond

Richmond, Va — As I sat down to write this article, a catchy tune came to mind, Sly and the Family Stone’s “Family Affair." I started thinking about the different family tree dynamics here at Defense Logistics Agency Aviation in Richmond, Virginia. I unearthed, with the help of some who’ve been around a lot longer than this boy, during the interviewing process; husbands and wives, three generations and in-laws.

Nov. 6, 2018

DLA Aviation kicks off 2018 CFC season

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation employees gathered together to kick off the 2018 Combined Federal Campaign Oct. 30, held in the old Center Restaurant on Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Nov. 6, 2018

Land and Maritime’s Tech Council proves its worth

COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the DLA's information technology landscape continues to evolve, the Land and Maritime Technology Council is busy keeping the workforce up-to-date as requirements for technology grow.

Nov. 5, 2018

Land and Maritime associates gain insight into agency functions and how their work impacts mission

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The purpose of the academy is to increase DLA Land and Maritime employees understanding of the organization’s mission and how it’s accomplished. The academy kicked-off with a high-level overview of the Defense Logistics Agency, narrowing focus down to Land and Maritime operations.

Nov. 5, 2018

Continuous Process Improvement award winners show dedication, making DLA better for all

Richmond, Va. — Where there’s a will, there’s a way — and this year’s recipients of the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Continuous Process Improvement Award are shining examples of this enduring adage. Most of the honorees were recognized Oct. 23 at the Frank Lotts Conference Center, Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia. Among the 20 award recipients, there were three team awards and two individual performance awards. Awards were presented to CPI project teams; Kitting Functionality and Business Process Improvement, Commerciality Determination Honeywell International, and Oklahoma City – Backorder Resolution Process Improvement Project.

Nov. 5, 2018

Partnership improving parts supplies for mechanics

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. — Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Robins Air Force Base website — A parts supply concept is improving support for maintainers at the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex, and members of the partnership executing the initiative credit the success to their relationship with each other – with an added boost from automation.