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  • A new Wyvern mission

    Amid a flurry of unrest in the middle east, tensions in southeast Asia and an ongoing war in Ukraine, the 31st Fighter Wing unveiled a revitalized mission statement during a commander’s call at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Nov. 17, 2023.

  • Always have an open mind

    Once a civilian diesel mechanic, now a U.S. Air Force avionics craftsman, Staff Sgt. Trevor Koelsch with the 555th Fighter Generation Squadron finds his greatest satisfaction with working on an aircraft and then seeing it on takeoff.

  • Annual Tech Expo comes to Aviano AB

    The annual Tech Expo, hosted by the 31st Communications Squadron, was held at La Bella Vista, Aviano Air Base, Italy, Nov. 8, 2023.The event, free and open to all base personnel, is an opportunity to discover the latest technology trends, network with industry experts and educate themselves on

  • Paws on Patrol

    Ready to protect and serve. Two new handlers and their K9 partners were fully certified and ready to take their post defending the base and those who work and live here.

  • Putting the A-F-E in Safe

    The aircrew flight equipment team is responsible for managing, maintaining and inspecting gear worn by pilots, as well as gear placed inside the aircraft to maximize survivability.

  • New heritage tail illuminates the skies

    The new heritage tail flash is a proud tradition of the Air Force, the wyvern logo represents strength, yellow represents Air Force excellence and blue alludes to the sky.

  • 31st FSS School Liaison: Ensuring our children’s education needs are met

    For many service members, relocating their families overseas presents a variety of challenges. Flying with pets, finding a new residence and enrolling their children in new schools can be stressful.One particularly challenging aspect is ensuring children are receiving a quality education at a new

  • Remembering our past with a new tail flash

    A team of Airmen from the 31st Maintenance Squadron create a new heritage tail flash for an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing. Heritage tail flashes represent wing pride, and help the maintainers and pilots connect with the Airmen and missions of the past.

  • Blinding Lights in the Sky

    Shining a laser at an aircraft may seem like a harmless act, but in reality, it poses significant dangers to both those on the aircraft and the surrounding community. Laser strikes on aircraft, often referred to as "lasing," have become a growing concern for aviation safety in recent years. This

  • Cryogenics: pushing the limits

    The 31st Logistics Readiness Squadron cryogenics team of the Fuels Management Flight work with liquid oxygen and liquid nitrogen to provide breathable air for pilots at high altitudes.