The Command Information program helps link Airmen and their leaders through a free flow of timely and accurate news and information. Its primary purpose is to tell the Air Force story. The program also explains how policies, programs and operations affect Airmen. The public website is our primary information tool. Here, you can find useful information and helpful links: -Public Affairs and other important phone numbers -Commanders Direct Line -Latest stories from Moody, Air Combat Command, Air Force Link -Biographies and factsheets -Newcomers information Publication submissions To publicize an event on the Moody public website, send all pertinent information to 23WG.public.affairs@us.af.mil. Updates are constantly posted at www.moody.af.mil. All submissions must be received by noon on Thursday the week prior to the requested date of publication. The Valdosta Daily Times has assumed publication responsibility of the Moody Volunteer, so submission doesn't guarantee publication. All articles or briefs are subject to editing. For more information, contact the 23rd Wing Public Affairs office at (229) 257-4146.
The Community Engagement program is designed to integrate military and civilian communities to build public confidence and support for the U.S. Air Force. The program serves as the main focal point of communication between local citizens and the base. Moody's Community Engagement program is heavily involved in coordinating and facilitating aerial requests, base tours and community and base events. Requesting Community Engagement Program events
The Media Relations program maintains liaison with civilian media. They receive queries for news media, obtains information, coordinates answers and provides a response to news media. The program establishes personal contact with local and regional news media as well as receive visiting news media, makes arrangements for interviews, provides briefings and escorts them on base. They assist with news conferences and sets up and operates media center for contingency operations. In addition, they write and maintain accident and other contingency plans and responds to accidents and incidents in a public affairs capacity. The Hometown News Service provides news releases about Army and Air Force people to newspapers, radio stations and television stations in their hometowns. Airmen can submit a Hometown News Release, electronically by clicking on this link. Submissions can include a photo: minimum output 150 dpi, image size 4x5 to 5x7, JPEG format- compressed no lower than 60 percent, and saved as the submitter's last name. Appropriate newsworthy events for submission include promotions, graduations, new assignments, awards, decorations, re-enlistments, retirements, etc. Submissions are reviewed by 23d Wing Public Affairs before forwarding to the Army and Air Force Hometown News Service. Incomplete forms and non-compliant photos will not be approved.
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Thank you for your participation and feel free to send us comments or suggestions on what you’d like to see or read about. This page is administered by 23d Wing Public Affairs. The 23d Wing Public Affairs can be reached at 229-257-4146 or via email 23WG.public.affairs@us.af.mil.
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Official photos are by appointment only and available for official use as required by AFI as well as applications for promotion and special duty assignments for personnel stationed at Moody Air Force Base.
Chain-of-command photo prints will be provided for leadership at the squadron-level and above (commander, deputy/vice commander, senior enlisted leader, and first sergeant) as well as quarterly and annual award winners at the group-level and above.
Electronic copies of official photos will be emailed to all requestors. Requestors requiring a printed copy should confirm the size prior to their appointment and provide written justification of the requirement.
The studio is only equipped to print 2x2, 4x6, 3x5, 5x7 or 8x10 (in.) glossy prints.
All studio appointments must ensure their uniform is ready and serviceable before their appointment. If the uniform is not ready by the scheduled time, you will be forced to reschedule for another day and time. It is your responsibility to ensure your uniform, badges, ribbons, devices and accessories meet or exceed your military service requirements, standards or instructions.
We are located in Building 115, Suite 116. Our address is 5090 Gardner St.
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Official Photo | Head & Shoulder or Full Length Photos
Please arrive 10 minutes before scheduled appointment time.
General Officer Photos
Call 229-257-4146 to schedule an appointment.
Phone scheduling is required to better allocate extra time to complete printing tasks and administrative responsibilities.
Official Government Passports / Visas
Passports/visas are supported on an appointment basis during hours of operation. Customers must bring a valid Air Force Form 833 Multimedia Request form to receive support.
Requestor information MUST be completed by the individual's Unit Deployment Manager, or the passport office. The individual requiring the passport/visa photos will be the accepter.
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DISCLAIMER
Our online appointments are scheduled through Setmore. When making an appointment, it is important that customers review the date/time of your appointment type. If no appointments are available on the date selected, the system will automatically find the soonest available date. An appointment reminder will be sent to the email provided.
The "Notes" section of the appointment is intended for further guidance to our studio photographers. It can be used to specify if your photo is required for a special duty package, biography, etc.
By clicking the link below to schedule your appointment, you are acknowledging the policies and information listed above.