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  • MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Contractors use a geoprobe rig to install injection wells into contaminated soil here. Substances such as lactate or vegetable oil are inserted into the soil, where they act as a stimulating food source for naturally-occurring microbes. These microbes will then work to break down the contaminants in the soil. (Contributed photo)

    Environmental Restoration Program works to remedy past contaminations

    Before an environmental act was passed in 1980, there was no law in place to hold organizations accountable for the contamination they had caused. The passing of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, or CERCLA, forced organizations to become responsible for, and clean up, any sites they had contaminated.Moody's
  • MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Donald Griffin, supervisor of the Document Automation and Production Service at Moody, recently completed 45 years of federal service. Mr. Griffin has dedicated almost his entire career working here. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green)

    DAPS employee at Moody surpasses 45 years in federal service

    For nearly a half century, a Moody member has been serving the men and women of the base and has no plans to stop now.Donald Griffin began working here in 1961 when he was only 23 years old. Now 71 years old, he still serves as the base's Document Automation and Production Service supervisor and recently achieved a career milestone by completing 45
  • MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Chief Master Sgt. Mark Villella, 93rd Air Ground Operations Wing command chief, will transition from his role at Moody to take on the responsibilities as the U.S. Air Forces Central's command chief. Chief Villella is a well-decorated, highly-trained combat veteran who has received various commendations including three Bronze Stars with Valor. (U.S. Air Force illustration by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green)

    93rd AGOW command chief to assume role as USAFCENT command chief

    The 93rd Air Ground Operations Wing, a tenant wing at Moody, will bid farewell to their command chief on Dec. 4 as he takes on a new role at a higher level.Chief Master Sgt. Mark Villella, who believes in holding both himself and others to the Air Force's highest standards, will complete a 12-month tour as the command chief of the U. S. Air Forces
  • MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Cadet 1st Lt. Jeffrey Garcia and Cadet Master Sgt. Cameron Gary, AFJROTC students at Lowndes County High School, Valdosta, Ga., perform a uniform inspection Aug. 18. Cadets without uniforms are still required to meet certain requirements while wearing their JROTC T-shirt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gina Chiaverotti-Paige)

    High school program allows students to experience Air Force lifestyle

    There is a program available in many high schools that gives students the opportunity to experience what a career in the Air Force has to offer before they graduate. The Air Force Junior ROTC offers students in grades nine through 12 the chance to study aviation history, aerospace science and leadership principles, all of which are fundamentals
  • MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- The Air Force is currently searching for exceptional leaders in the enlisted ranks who are interested in becoming a first sergeant. First sergeants are an essential link between commanders and the enlisted force and ensure the needs of their Airmen are met. (U.S. Air Force illustration by Senior Airman Schelli Jones)

    First sergeants ensure mission success through Airman success

    There is always one person enlisted Airmen can count on to be there when times are tough or they need guidance, their first sergeant. Air Force first sergeants, also known as "first shirts", are continuously on-call to ensure they are available to their Airmen, whether to assist with dormitory room lockouts or dealing with a serious issue during a
  • MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Airman 1st Class Brian Mathis, 23rd Equipment Maintenance Squadron munitions flight stockpile surveillance crewmember, moves a missile crate here July 15. The 23rd EMS munitions flight separates their munitions stockpiles into three different buildings to minimize dangerous work areas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Green)

    23rd EMS munitions flight essential in supporting combat capabilities

    From the bullets of an M16 rifle used during a weapons qualification course to the joint direct attack munitions of the A-10C Thunderbolt IIs, one flight has sole responsibility for storing and maintaining these powerful weapons. The 23rd Equipment Maintenance Squadron's munitions flight is essential in helping to keep combat capabilities running
  • After serving two years as Moody's Command Chief, Chief Master Sgt. Paul Burgess leaves the 23rd Wing Flying Tigers to become the new command chief master sergeant of the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing Red Tails at Joint Base Balad, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Jeffrey Allen)

    One Chief holds top enlisted position for two storied AF units

    The Flying Tigers and Red Tails share a rich, 60-year history of heritage and valor dating back to the days of the Army Air Corps. One Moody Chief's career has spanned half of that time, and he'll soon use the knowledge and experience he's gained throughout his career to lead Airmen in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Chief Master Sgt. Paul Burgess leaves
  • MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Senior Airman Brittany Barker, 23rd Wing public affairs photographer, was one of four Air Force photographers selected to attend the advanced military photojournalism program held at Syracuse University located in Syracuse, N.Y. Airman Barker will graduate from the one-year course in 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Tech. Sgt. Jeffrey Allen)

    Public Affairs photographer selected for Syracuse University photojournalism program

    Nothing short of hard work, dedication and determination are the reasons a photographer from the 23rd Wing Public Affairs office was recently accepted into a program at one of the most prestigious schools of mass communication. Senior Airman Brittany Barker will begin taking classes for the Advanced Military Photojournalism program in August 2009
  • MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Deployments can put a strain on relationships for many couples. Despite hardships, many have managed to keep relationships strong during deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Brittany Barker)

    Keeping relationships strong during deployments

    Deployments can put a strain on relationships for many couples. Despite hardships, many have managed to keep relationships strong during deployments. "During a deployment, couples must remain grounded with each other," said Master Sgt. Rachael Clark, Health and Wellness Center health promotions flight chief. "Communication is one of the most
  • MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- James and Faye Smith, employees at the Base Post Office, are featured at their work stations here Jan. 13. Mr. Smith first met his wife while stationed at Moody and the couple has been married for more than 54 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Barker)

    Base Post Office couple married for 54 years, has served Moody for more than a decade

    In 1953, a senior from Hahira High School named Faye met an Airman from Moody named James Smith at a portable skating rink in Dasher, Ga. For more than half a century now, they have been part of the military community here and have been serving Moody Airmen since 1995 as staff at the Base Post Office. "She fell for me," said Mr. Smith with a smile,
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