‘Dirt boyz’ lay foundation for air power

It’s a common, definitely overused saying, but I’m going to say it: the Air Force is a machine, and every unit is a cog. When one fails, the rest struggle to keep the machine running. Every unit is important to the mission. At an Air Force Special Operations Command base, this rings especially true.

Air Force celebrates milestone birthday

Throughout the world, no other military has dominated the skies like the U.S. Air Force. On September 18, 2017, it continues that legacy of air superiority by celebrating its 70th birthday.Since its formation in 1947, each decade has brought significant advancements and innovation to the force.

Cannon AFB assists Hurricane Irma disaster relief

In response to the devastation throughout the eastern Caribbean caused by hurricane Irma, Cannon Air Force Base deployed Airmen and aircraft in support of relief operations.  The base deployed three MC-130J Commando II aircraft and roughly 100 personnel consisting of aircrew, maintenance, medical,

Military K-9 unit: capabilities forged by respect

The military working dog is always one rank higher than its handler.

Cannon firefighters train on rescue operations

A firefighter enters a room during a training exercise of a building fire at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Aug. 29, 2017. Firefighters train on this scenario once per year, searching through buildings filled with smoke, serving as an example of the many training events they complete to maintain

Operations after dark

Do it for the kids

With the return of the school year, many things around Cannon Air Force Base and Clovis, New Mexico, will be occurring for parents and their children. While this time of year may not seem to have significance to those families without children, the school year actually opens up many opportunities

Media reporters get taste of Air Commando life

Blessing Woksman, KAMR Local 4 News media reporter, sets up for an interview with Senior Airman Jillian Moorman, 27th Special Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller, at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Aug. 21, 2017. Woksman set up the interview to learn more about what air traffic control

27 SOMDG adjusts Primary Care Clinic Hours

Primary care hours at the 27th Special Operations Medical Group are expanding until 4:30 p.m. effective September 5, 2017.

#RandomActsForAndy

In the months following an aircraft mishap, a group of Air Commandos and community members are doing their best to see the positive in a negative situation. At Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, a group of family, friends and colleagues are turning a major hardship into a constructive movement in