Aviano News

  • The U.S. Fiscal Year 2019 started on Oct. 1, 2018 for various corporations, government agencies and individuals, and ended on Sept. 30, 2019. These calendars cover a 12 month period and are divided into four quarters, with the U.S. Fiscal Year 2020 currently in session.

    Wyverns close Fiscal Year 19

    The U.S. Fiscal Year 2019 started on Oct. 1, 2018 for various corporations, government agencies and individuals, and ended on Sept. 30, 2019. These calendars cover a 12 month period and are divided into four quarters, with the U.S. Fiscal Year 2020 currently in session.
  • U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa band, Wings of Dixie, perform an evening concert for the community in Portogruaro, Italy, Oct. 4, 2019. The USAFE-AFAFRICA band showed the communities around Aviano Air Base they live up to their motto as “America’s Musical Ambassadors” of goodwill. (U.S. Air Force photo by Julie Scott)

    USAFE Band swings through northern Italy

    The U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa band, Wings of Dixie, recently completed a visit to the Aviano Air Base region in Italy.
  • The 31st Fighter Wing hosted the 25th Anniversary of the 31st FW Celebratory Banquet on Oct. 5, 2019, at Aviano Air Base, Italy.

    31st FW celebrates 25th Anniversary at Aviano

    The 31st Fighter Wing hosted the 25th Anniversary of the 31st FW Celebratory Banquet on Oct. 5, 2019, at Aviano Air Base, Italy.
  • U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Carey, a 31st Force Support Squadron ALS Instructor, poses for a photo, Sept. 25, 2019, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. The 31st FSS includes several distinct mission support functions that include Military Personnel, Civilian Personnel, Manpower and Organization, Airmen & Family Readiness, Education Services, Airman Leadership School and the First Term Airman Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ericka A. Woolever).

    Exceptional Leader Spotlight: Tech. Sgt. Christopher Carey

    The U.S Air Force is constantly evolving in order to win today’s fight and prepare to win tomorrow’s fight. Therefore leadership in the Air Force must be willing to understand what changes are needed to achieve success.
  • U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Carey, a 31st Force Support Squadron ALS Instructor, poses for a photo, Sept. 25, 2019, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. The 31st FSS includes several distinct mission support functions that include Military Personnel, Civilian Personnel, Manpower and Organization, Airmen & Family Readiness, Education Services, Airman Leadership School and the First Term Airman Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ericka A. Woolever).

    Exceptional Leader Spotlight: Developing the next generation of leaders

    There are numerous articles about leadership and how to be a great leader. At times, their suggestions can be too broad or wide-ranging that it can be difficult to know just what to do next when trying to lead.
  • U.S. Air Force Airmen and F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing executed a rapid deployment to conduct “hot pit” refueling and participate in the bilateral training exercise with the Bulgarian Air Force.

    31st Fighter Wing executes Rapid Buzzard

    U.S. Air Force Airmen and F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing executed a rapid deployment to Graf Ignatievo Air Base, Bulgaria to conduct “hot pit” refueling and participate in the bilateral training exercise, Rapid Buzzard, with the Bulgarian Air Force, Sept 24 to 27, 2019.

  • Disinfection byproducts above drinking water standards

    The DBPs test results received on 19 September 2019 show that our system in Area C exceeds the standard, or maximum contaminant level (MCL) for total trihalomethanes (TTHMs).
  • Italian air force Col. Vincenzo Tozzi, Aviano base commander, left, and U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Daniel Lindsey, commander of the 510th Fighter Squadron, pose for a photo at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Sept. 17, 2019. Col. Tozzi was Lt. Col. Lindsey’s instructor pilot while they were at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, 16 years ago. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsey Tucker)

    From first to final flight

    Several thousands of feet in the air, an unlikely reunion takes place at Aviano Air Base, Italy. In the front seat of an F-16 Fighting Falcon is U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Daniel “Deuce” Lindsey, commander of the 510th Fighter Squadron. In the rear is Italian air force Col. Vincenzo Tozzi, commander of Aviano Air Base – and Lt. Col. Lindsey’s flight instructor from 16 years ago at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas.
  • U.S Air Force Senior Airman Mason R. Cardounel, 31st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 56th Helicopter Maintenance Unit electronic warfare journeyman, looks out a window, Sept. 11, 2019, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. People investing their time to build trust is a way to deliberately care for, support, and connect with one another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ericka A. Woolever).

    Suicide Prevention: Talking about it is the hard part

    Death leaves a heartache that is often difficult to heal from, because it can be tough to forget someone who gave so much to remember.
  • U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Keith Boudreau, 31st Maintenance Group Air Force Repair Enhancement Program technician, holds a 3D printed spacer he created, Sep. 5, 2019, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. Spacers made by the AFREP technicians repaired 474 phones, saving the 31st Fighter Wing $106,176. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Sommer Giron)

    Small innovation saves 31st FW thousands of dollars

    Innovators can be found around the world, even in the 31st Fighter Wing. Members of the 31st Maintenance Group Air Force Repair Enhancement Program (AFREP) team are such visionaries.
  • Attendees receive a welcome brief during an Equal Opportunity conference at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 19, 2019. The conference welcomed EO representatives from around United States Air Forces in Europe and Air Force headquarters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tory Cusimano)

    USAFE Equal Opportunity conference boosts knowledge, training

    At the Aviano Air Base Equal Opportunity (EO) Office, every day is different. “It’s like Forrest Gump’s box of chocolates, you never know what you are going to get,” said Tech. Sgt. Ashley O’Brien, the 31st Fighter Wing’s Equal Opportunity NCO in charge.
  • The Unite program gives squadron commanders more options to facilitate unit cohesion activities.

    Team Aviano ‘Unites’ for new program

    In August 2016, U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff General David Goldfein, released his letter to Airmen titled, ‘The Beating Heart of the Air Force…Squadrons!’ where his number one focus was to revitalize squadrons.

  • Town Hall August 2019 Q&A

    Leadership from the 31st Fighter Wing hosted a Town Hall for Airmen, contractors, civilian and Italian employees, and families here, Aug. 13, 2019. The town hall series provides a venue for updating the community on quality-of-life improvements and for leadership to hear suggestions and feedback from the community.
  • Mission defense teams (MDTs) were first introduced in 2014 as part of the Cyber Squadron Initiative, an Air Force-wide effort that aims to provide mission assurance through active cyber defense and preventative maintenance.

    31 FW mission defense team ensures cyber security

    The U.S. Air Force has been tackling cyberspace defense for two decades with Airmen serving around the globe defending air, space and cyberspace domains with defensive cyber operations (DCO) and offensive cyber operations (OCO) forces.
  • Aviano Elementary School teachers sit during a back to school meeting, Aug. 19, 2019, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. DoDEA is ready for a new school year, and is looking forward to making the 2019-2020 school year the best yet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ericka A. Woolever)

    The Bridge: Aviano’s Elementary PTA

    At Aviano Elementary, anticipation is high this time of year. Students are excited to start a new grade and teachers are thrilled to meet their new students!
  • Volunteering at Aviano Air Base is as easy as reaching out to the Airman & Family Readiness Center. The Volunteer Program on base provides service to others, builds or maintains skill sets, expands networking opportunities, and can be personally rewarding.

    The Volunteer Program at Aviano AB

    Volunteering at Aviano Air Base is as easy as reaching out to the Airman & Family Readiness Center. The Volunteer Program on base provides service to others, builds or maintains skill sets, expands networking opportunities, and can be personally rewarding.
  • Barrels are transported by forklift in a warehouse during the night operations of Combat Ammunition Production Exercise 2019 on Aug. 7, 2019, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. Airmen are able to learn and enhance their skills during exercises allowing for improved combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb House)

    CAPEX 2019

    Combat Ammunition Production Exercise, an exercise typically located at a Pacific Air Forces base, has been hosted by USAFE the last two years, most recently by the 31st Fighter Wing at Aviano Air Base, Italy, from Aug. 5 through 9. 
  • On Aug. 9, BE participated in exercise Ready EAGLE in order to hone their skills as hazard responders.

    31 MDG BE Flight practices protecting Wyvern Nation

    As a part of the 31st Aerospace Medicine Squadron (AMDS), the Bioenvironmental Engineering (BE) section provides care and protective measures for Airmen and their families. Usually, this includes heat stress warnings, testing air and water quality for the base, and conducting gas mask fit tests to keep Wyverns prepared for anything. However, they also perform another critical mission role: hazard identification and containment.
  • The Refuge, located on Area F, is a place for Airmen to relax, play games, read books, and conversate while off duty.

    The Refuge: A place for Airmen, by Airmen

    The Refuge is a place for Airmen, especially those residing in the dorms, to gather for fun, comradery, or even just a break from the daily stresses of life.
  • U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Force Support Squadron sort mail, Aug. 2, 2019, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. The 31st FSS is the 31st Fighter Wing's largest and most diverse squadron, comprised of more than 600 military and civilian personnel whose primary mission is to enhance combat capability, readiness, and quality of life for a community of nearly 10,000 military members, DoD civilians, local national employees, and dependents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ericka A. Woolever)

    You got mail: Aviano Post Office Airmen are rapidly ready

    ***DO NOT REPLY- This is an unmonitored email address*** A package has arrived at the Aviano Air Base Post Office addressed to you.
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