Controllers and their calculated checks

U.S. and Italian Air Force air traffic controllers ensure all flights take off and land safely at Aviano Air Base, Italy. Air traffic control is responsible for maintaining all flight information surrounding Aviano. Controllers verify that flight times, routes, and airspace destinations remain

Aviano Airmen participate in Army pre-Ranger physical assessment

A group of Airmen demonstrated their physical strength during an Army pre-Ranger physical assessment held here. The Airmen participating needed a minimum score of 70 percent to be considered for Army Ranger School. The requirements consisted of a 5-mile run completed in 40 minutes or less, 55

Lights, camera, Aladdin: kids cast for musical

The Aviano Youth Program will host an "Aladdin" musical at 5 p.m. on Aug. 8 in the community center on Area 1. Team Aviano children of all ages will perform as cast members, stage hands and assistant directors. The cast practiced every day of the week, rehearsing lines, musical numbers and stage

Breaking a sweat: An Airman's HVAC journey

The sweat gleams across his forehead as he steps out into the sauna-like air. With, tools in hand, he begins walking toward his objective, providing the greatest of summer relief, air conditioning.Airman 1st Class Jedadiah Floyd, like his coworkers from the 31st Civil Engineer Squadron heating,

6 facts about our top O-6

Team Aviano recently welcomed the new 31st Fighter Wing vice commander, Col. Bryan Wolford. As second in charge, he is the primary liaison between group commanders and the 31 FW commander, Brig. Gen. Barre Seguin. He also considers himself as a "pretty approachable person."The 31 FW Public Affairs

Balancing act: managing education

Throughout a U.S. Air Force career, an Airman must learn to balance responsibilities in and out of uniform. For many, adding schoolwork while serving can be a daunting prospect.But one Airman has found a way to not only find the time, but thrive in an educational environment."Once I completed my

Verona has it all

What do you want to see from a centuries-old Italian city? Roman Catholic churches, sculptures, amphitheaters, castles or art - Verona has it all. The town even has several modern-day attractions, like a zoo, water park and amusement park.Getting to each of the city's many attractions on foot is no

AAFES CEO visits Aviano

31 SFS clear the way

Defenders from the 31st Security Forces Squadron practiced security breaches and building clearings, July 30, 2015, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. Approximately 20 defenders participated in offensive and defensive tactics to help prepare themselves for real-life scenarios.

Aviano artistry: Helping Wyverns explore creativity

Passion and inspiration are two words which differ in meaning, but fall hand-in-hand when producing art. While U.S. Air Force Airmen are groomed to be an "Airman first," they are also encouraged to get involved with other activities to improve their morale.Two community groups Airmen can join are