Search News

Cannon News

  • Gaining rank over the phone

    Col. Buck Elton, 27th Special Operations Wing commander, presented an Airman from Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., with an unexpected Stripe for Exceptional Performers promotion, Nov 29, 2012.Staff Sgt. Brandon Pfannenstiel, 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal

  • Cannon rings in the holiday season

    The holiday season is upon us and with it came the annual parade and tree lighting ceremony at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Nov.29.The parade consisted of several squadron-made floats, as well as a fire truck bearing Santa and Mrs. Claus. It made its way through Joe Cannon Estates base housing and

  • AFSOC command chief visits Cannon

    The 27th Special Operations Wing welcomed Chief Master Sgt. William Turner, Air Force Special Operations Command command chief, during his visit to Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Nov. 26 thru 29.Turner, who was previously command chief for the 27 SOW, made a special visit to the western home of Air

  • Cannon to host Commando Cookie Drop

    To the dismay of gingerbread men and women everywhere, the First Sergeant's Association at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., is scheduled to host a Commando Cookie Drop at the Cannon Community Chapel, Dec. 14, 2012.The cookie drop, which will be held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., provides Air Commandos and

  • Coalition ground force support

    The 16th Special Operations Squadron participated in a routine exercise as part of continuous training efforts at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Nov. 8. The squadron's AC-130H Spectre gunship supported training of coalition ground forces while flying over White Sands Missile Range, N.M.The AC-130H

  • Bringing the holidays to Cannon for Airmen

    The Pecos Trail Dining Facility was bursting with cheer during the Thanksgiving meal at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., on Nov. 22.The dining facility staff worked with 27th Special Operations Wing leadership to create a memorable experience for the Airmen living in the dormitories who were unable to

  • Cannon clinic to test extended hours

    In order to better accommodate Air Commandos and their families at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., the 27th Special Operations Medical Group, is testing the demand to extend clinic hours.Designated weekday's will be selected to operate until 8 p.m. and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on a designated Saturday once a

  • Charity auction huge success

    The objective is to raise funds to be used exclusively for charitable and educational purposes to benefit both military and civilian communities through the distribution of scholarships and monetary donations. - Cannon Spouse's Club constitution The Cannon Spouse's Club hosted a charity auction at

  • Turkey Bowl II

    The second annual Turkey Bowl was held between the 27th Special Operations Contracting Squadron and the 27th Special Operations Comptroller Squadron at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Nov. 16, 2012.At stake were the coveted Turkey Bowl trophy and a year's worth of bragging rights. The spirited

  • Civilians must schedule use or lose leave before Dec. 1

    The 2012 civilian employee leave year ends Jan. 12, 2013, and Air Force Personnel Center officials remind civilians that those who have more than the maximum carryover hours of annual leave on that date risk losing their leave.The maximum carryover ceiling is 240 hours for stateside employees, 360

Press Releases