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  • 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

  • Defenders in the Armory

    Armorers assigned to the 31st Security Forces Squadron ensure that weapon systems are accounted for, safely secured and verify that each defender is medically cleared while also meeting all arming qualifications prior to each shift.

  • Aviano Highlands Community Council

    Brig. Gen. Tad Clark, 31st Fighter Wing commander, and Col. Salvatore La Luce, ITAF Base commander, met with local mayors to discuss issues that Airmen and Italians face, as well as to reinforce the relationship between Aviano AB and local communities.

  • Air Force Ball 2023

    The 31st Fighter Wing commemorated the 76th Air Force anniversary during the Air Force Ball at Castel Brando in Cison di Valmarino, Italy, Oct. 7. The ball is an annual tradition where members get together to honor the history and heritage of the Air Force.

  • One Who Saves Lives

    It was a quiet, chilly night. A group of individuals are hanging out in a dayroom. One of them is getting in a late-night workout. Another is catching up on the latest news. Two friends are duking it out in a battle royale. Others are catching some z’s before the night shift begins. But this

  • Federal Hiring for Spouses

    The Military and Family Readiness Center and the Civilian Personnel Office hosted a class for spouses to help them apply for federal hire at Aviano.

  • Off We Go, to the ball

    Every year, the U.S. Air Force invites active-duty members and their families to attend the USAF Ball. The ball celebrates the birthday of the USAF and marks the historic event in which the Army Air Corps transitioned into its own branch and became the USAF on September 18th, 1947. This year’s event

  • You've Got Mail!

    You've got mail! The Aviano Military Post Office operates as an extension of the United States Postal Service in order to provide efficient and responsive postal services to authorized personnel overseas during both normal and contingency operations.

  • 510th Buzzards train with Romanian AF

    AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy – The 510th Fighter Squadron “Buzzards” trained alongside the Romanian air force’s MiG-21s at Campia Turzii, Romania, March 28-31.This was the last opportunity for the 510th FS to fly with the MiG-21s before they are retired in mid-May.The squadron and Romanian air force flew