Shaw AFB 9/11 Memorial

Story by Airman 1st Class Nyanda Walker-Potts October 08, 2025 at 09:09AM The 20th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department hosted a memorial ceremony and 5k run on September 11, 2025 at Shaw Air Force Base in remembrance of the tragic events of 9/11 and the heroism and sacrifice of the first responders who answered their nation’s call.

Bovina Elementary School students tour Cannon

Story by Senior Airman Corinna Morlan September 29, 2025 at 05:16PM U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ethan Skillings, 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, demonstrates how to don firefighting gear to Bovina Elementary School students at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, Oct. 23, 2024. Air Commandos described the core tenants of the Air Force to the students, demonstrating different avenues to pursue a career which serves a mission vital to the interests of the nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Corinna Morlan)

PTA Firefighter Receives Award for Valor

Story by Lani Pascual September 19, 2025 at 03:44PM Pohakuloa Training Area firefighter Wesley Heslop is given the Department of the Air Force Command Civilian Award for Valor, presented by Army Lt. Col. Timothy Alvarado, commander, at PTA in Hilo, Hawai’i, on Sept. 11, 2025. Heslop was recognized for assisting in a severe traffic accident at his last duty station in Utah, which ensured the survival of the driver with the best chance of recovery.

Never forget: Kadena firefighters lead 9/11 remembrance

Story by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley September 19, 2025 at 12:53AM KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - U.S. Air Force Airmen, firefighters, and senior leaders gathered Sept. 11, 2025, to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks during a memorial ceremony hosted by the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters.

PTA Firefighter Receives Award for Valor

Story by Staff Sgt. Lani Pascual September 18, 2025 at 09:35PM Pohakuloa Training Area firefighter Wesley Heslop is recognized with a Department of the Air Force Command Civilian Award for Valor, presented by Army Lt. Col. Timothy Alvarado, commander, at PTA in Hilo, Hawai’i, on September 11. Bestowing the award on the 24th anniversary was a fitting honor to Heslop’s selflessness in remembrance of the heroism reflected on 9/11.