HomeNews

News Search

Results:
Category: Ellsworth News
Clear
  • Hispanic Heritage Month trivia night participants answer cultural questions at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Oct. 12, 2018. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Ellsworth AFB Diversity Council hosted a book reading at the Child Development Center and a trivia night at the Dakota’s Club. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Karol)

    Ellsworth celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

    In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which is officially celebrated Sept. 15-Oct. 15, the base Diversity Council hosted two cultural events on Ellsworth Air Force Base.
  • Capt. Saira McGan, a 28th Logistics Readiness Squadron operations officer, pulls a training dummy while racing through the Firefighter Challenge at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Oct. 5, 2018. The 28th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection flight hosted multiple events during National Fire Prevention and Safety Week, including a Firefighter Challenge, a parade and school demonstrations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Karol)

    Fire prevention week warms up at Ellsworth

    National Fire Prevention and Safety Week was started in 1925 by President Calvin Coolidge to help educate the populous about proper techniques when dealing with fires. During this week, fire departments across the country get out into their local communities to teach fire hazard awareness and the importance having fire escape plans at work and at home. Each year, the event’s theme changes, and this year it’s: “Look. Listen. Learn.”
  • Airmen from the 28th Maintenance Squadron tool crib check out tools to aircraft maintainers at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 11, 2018. The tool crib maintains, distributes and accounts for a multitude of tools used by Airmen in the 37th and 34th Bomb Squadrons for maintenance and repair of the base’s fleet of B-1s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Karol)

    Best tool for the job

    The 28th Maintenance Squadron tool crib maintains and accounts for a multitude of tools used by the aircraft maintainers who keep the B-1s at Ellsworth Air Force Base flight-worthy and ready to deploy at a moment’s notice. The tool crib Airmen distribute the maintenance equipment, as necessary, and also make sure the tools are returned when no longer in need. The unit’s goal is to ensure that Airmen working on the B-1s will always have the right tool to get the job done.
  • Families await the arrival of their Airmen returning home to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 18, 2018. The 28th Bomb Wing deployed B-1s, Airmen and support equipment to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, to fly missions in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson)

    Raider Airmen return from deployment

    Sept. 18 celebrates the day the Air Force became a separate branch of the military. In the midst of honoring Air Force heritage, Ellsworth families had another reason to celebrate: approximately 350 Airmen returned home from a six-month deployment to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, supporting Operations Freedom Sentinel and Inherent Resolve.
  • Corrie McFarland, a dependent, rides her bicycle during a triathlon at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 15, 2018. The 28th Force Support Squadron hosted the tri-to-b1 triathlon, which consisted of a 500-meter swim, a five-kilometer run and a 10-kilometer bicycle ride. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Karol)

    28th FSS hosts triathlon

    The 28th Force Support Squadron hosted the tri-to-b1 triathlon to all who have base access. The triathlon consisted of three parts, which included a 500-meter swim, a five-kilometer run and a 10-kilometer bicycle ride. Participants could either compete individually or in teams. Participants were broken up into age groups to make the race as fair as possible. Winners were given a ribbon and second place was awarded a certificate.
  • Senior Airman Hayden Wilson, a 28th Security Forces Squadron combat arms instructor, checks an M9 pistol at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 10, 2018. Members assigned to the 28th Security Forces Squadron combat arms training and maintenance flight must ensure all firearms on base are properly maintained and handled.

    CATM inspects Ellsworth’s weapons

    The 28th Security Forces Squadron combat arms training and maintenance flight, conducted their biannual inspection of firearms on Ellsworth Air Force Base. They checked weapons for any defects and conducted routine weapon maintenance. CATM Airmen conducted the inspection of all base weapons to ensure they are ready for use in a deployed environment and for training purposes.
  • Senior Airman Chance Young, a 28th Maintenance Group squadron load crew member, uses a wrench to tighten a lug nut in the auto hobby shop at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Aug. 15, 2018. Airmen and their families have the opportunity to fix their own vehicles at the hobby shop for a fraction of the cost it would be at a mechanics shop off base. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Karol)

    Auto Hobby Shop: Mechanics, counselors

    The auto hobby shop at Ellsworth Air Force Base is a place where Airmen and their families can repair and maintain their vehicles. From oil changes to engine swaps, the shop has the tools, facilities and mechanics to help with most automotive needs.
  • Ellsworth Airmen and their families walk around the Pride Hangar during the Back-to-School Roundup on Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, August 18, 2018. Families received free backpacks and lunch boxes, as well as played games and jumped in bouncy castles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson)

    Back-to-School Roundup kicks off school year

    Ellsworth Airmen and their families walk around the Pride Hangar during the Back-to-School Roundup on Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, August 18, 2018. Families received free backpacks and lunch boxes, as well as played games and jumped in bouncy castles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson)
  • Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., will soon begin its 2018 on-base archery deer season, which gives those with base access the opportunity to apply for a deer hunting license. Doing this helps control the deer population on base, but also allows a recreation opportunity for Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise Jenson)

    Ellsworth’s 2018 archery deer season begins

    Deer hunting season at Ellsworth Air Force Base will run from Sept. 1 through Jan. 1, 2019, and is open to those who have base access. Bow hunters who are interested in applying for a base-specific license must do so by Aug. 21 at 8 a.m.
  • Airman 1st Class Victor Gathara, a 28th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance technician, checks an oil dipstick on a snow removal vehicle at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Aug. 9, 2018. Gathara and other members of the 28th LRS vehicle maintenance shop replace fluids and parts, when needed, on all of Ellsworth AFB’s snow fleet vehicles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Karol)

    Vehicle maintenance: The summer rebuild

    The 28th Logistics Readiness Squadron’s vehicle maintenance shop is conducting their yearly summer rebuild. The rebuild is put in place to ensure that all snow fleet vehicles are ready to keep the flight line and roads clear of snow during the winter months. This prior maintenance helps to ensure the Ellsworth Air Force Base mission can continue without delays when the weather turns.
RSS