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  • New capability improves CSAR response

    The 347th Rescue Group is preparing to add a new capability to their life-saving arsenal soon. Kangaroo Duck, a process which involves strapping an inflatable rubber raft to the underbelly of an HH-60G Pave Hawk, will be used to better assist with water-rescue scenarios, like those experienced

  • Re-designation ceremony brings historic 23rd Wing to Moody

    The 347th Rescue Wing was officially re-designated as the 23rd Wing during a ceremony at 8:23 a.m. here today. The ceremony culminated several recent changes to Moody's wing, including the assumption of the 23rd Fighter Group at Pope Air Force Base, N.C., and Moody's 820th Security Forces

  • Joint deployment earns NCO Bronze Star

    The Army awarded a 347th Civil Engineer Squadron NCO the Army Bronze Star recently for his efforts in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Tech. Sgt. Rik van de Pol, 347th CES NCO in-charge of Explosive Ordnance Disposal, was deployed alongside the Army at Forward Operating Base Caldwell, Iraq, from

  • Army awards Airman Bronze Star for service

    A 347th Civil Engineer Squadron sergeant was recently awarded the Bronze Star medal by the U.S. Army for his efforts in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Tech. Sgt. Heath Tempel, 347th CES Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight support section chief, was deployed to Balad Air Base, Iraq, from Sept. 7,

  • Moody pilot selected to fly B-2 Spirit

    A Moody pilot fulfilled his Air Force goal recently when he was selected to fly the B-2 Spirit. Capt. Luke Lucero, 3rd Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, learned he was selected Sept. 8, shortly after undergoing an interview process at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. The B-2 is a

  • RAF shares knowledge with 820th SFG

    Three members from the Royal Air Force are touring the 820th Security Forces Group here this month to enhance international relationships and learn from their American counterparts. During the first week of September, RAF Flight Sergeants Ian Whitehall and Alfie Jones, and Sergeant Spence Rockett

  • Mutual Aid establishes local 'safety net'

    After four years of coordination, a "safety net" for Moody and the local community will be completely established for use during major emergencies by the end of the month. Mutual Aid, an agreement between the first responders on base and the local community, establishes a communications network to

  • AFRF continues supporting AF mission after 25 years

    For the past 25 years, Moody Airmen and their families have had access to a support center with only one mission in mind: putting people first. The Moody Airman and Family Readiness Flight, formerly the Family Support Center, was the first of its kind in the Air Force and has seen just as many

  • Moody dining facility re-opens after recent renovations

    The Georgia Pines Dining Facility reopened Friday after recent renovations to improve the quality of service. Costing $36,000 plus 387 work hours for the renovations, the updated facility offers a modern area for Team Moody members to enjoy their food with increased comfort. "The quality of food

  • Ideas save AF money, award Airmen for efforts

    It saves money, time and possibly lives. Proper utilization of it not only benefits the Air Force, but can also put cash in Airmen's pockets - "It" is the IDEA program. The Innovative Development through Employee Awareness, or IDEA program, rewards submitters for approved suggestions based on their