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  • Photo Story: Cannon AFB hosts STARBASE leaders' visit

    On Jan. 24, 2024, Department of Defense STARBASE leaders toured Cannon Air Force Base in Clovis, New Mexico, to explore opportunities for the program to come to Cannon.DOD STARBASE’s primary focus is to motivate fifth graders to explore STEM opportunities as they continue their education. The

  • Fifth CMSAF shares experiences during Cannon visit

    In 1948, an 18 year old Robert Gaylor enlisted into the barely one-year-old U.S. Air Force to serve in the security police career field. He dedicated the next 31 years to the force, fulfilling multiple leadership roles until ultimately retiring at the highest enlisted position possible.Now 86,

  • Wing commander looks ahead

    Col. Ben Maitre, 27th Special Operations Wing commander, opened up about his plans for Cannon and his Air Commandos during an interview with the Clovis News Journal, March 10. Having assumed command of the 27th SOW Feb. 17, Maitre has since dove in head-first to all things Cannon. “I knew coming in

  • Cannon celebrates newest chiefs, selects

    It was a night of tradition and celebration for five accomplished Air Commandos during the annual Chief Master Sergeant Recognition Ceremony, March 4. Air Commandos, families and friends gathered to honor and toast the evening’s high-achievers whose commitment and dedication to the Air Force allowed

  • Vehicle warranties, service contracts, and sales

    When purchasing a vehicle, it is important to consider the seller’s representations regarding the vehicle and the potential cost of future repairs to the vehicle. There are several issues to consider, including whether the seller is offering a warranty, whether the seller is offering a service

  • A&FRC provides critical program to Team Cannon

    The Transition Assistance Program, commonly referred to as TAP, was initiated by the Veterans Opportunity to Work Act of 2011. The Veterans Employment Initiative requires that four congressionally mandated appointments be completed by all military personnel, regardless of branch, before separating

  • 27th SOW welcomes new commander

    Members of the 27th Special Operations Wing gathered as the guidon was passed from Col. Tony D. Bauernfeind to Col. Benjamin R. Maitre, signifying the changing of command from one commander to another, Feb. 17. Lt. Gen. Bradley A. Heithold, Commander Air Force Special Operations Command, presided

  • 27th SOLRS: Vehicle maintainers

    Bruised limbs, cracked knuckles and aching backs; covered in sweat, dirt and oil - all just part of the job for select members of the 27th Special Operations Logistics Readiness Squadron. “It is like I always say, if your hands are not dirty at the end of the day, you have not been working,” stated

  • 27th SOCES: Air Force Outstanding Civil Engineer Unit

    Congratulations to Cannon’s 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron who has claimed the Air Force’s coveted Outstanding Civil Engineer Unit award for 2014. The unit was credited for executing the largest military construction program in the Department of Defense for 2014, estimated at $1.29