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Joint Base MDL implements new Dronebuster technology to deter evolving threat
February 6, 2020 — The 87th Security Forces Squadron on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, live by the motto “Defenders of the Force”. In an age where technology is a prevalent entity around the world, the Defenders of the Force must adapt to new threats that may arise... MORE

Photo of an Airman aiming a Dronebuster device.

Joint Base MDL personnel attend Women Defenders Symposium
January 23, 2020 — On Jan. 17, over 25 women from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, attended a Women Defenders Symposium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where they were able to connect with members of the Philadelphia Police Department, United States Secret Service and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives... MORE

Joint Base MDL offers CCAF Mentorship Program
December 12, 2019 — The Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst CCAF Mentorship Program began in August 2019. The program brings education to our Airmen work centers during duty time. Tech. Sgt. Aaron Hinton from the 305th Air Mobility Maintenance Squadron led the initiative through coordination with Ms. Jennifer George, Coordinator of Rowan College at Burlington County... MORE

The Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst CCAF Mentorship Program began in August 2019. The program brings education to our Airmen work centers during duty time. Tech. Sgt. Aaron Hinton from the 305th Air Mobility Maintenance Squadron led the initiative through coordination with Ms. Jennifer George, Coordinator of Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC). Additionally, Hinton made contact with every unit showing interest by visiting commander calls, roll calls and having direct interaction with potential students. He also coordinated initial tuition assistance briefings and invited the education center staff to brief those who were interested. After garnering a great amount of interest, the next step was to select the first class and create a “How to Guide” for individuals to use when enrolling in RCBC and registering for the class. After all of Hinton’s hard work, the speech class ran from October 23 to December 11. Currently, he is coordinating the next class which is projected to start January 17.

The Lion: Joint Base MDL Airman among first to wear Air Force approved Turban
December 12, 2019 — An Airman assigned to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, is among the first in the U.S. Air Force approved to wear a turban as a regulated uniform item. After nearly two years, Airman 1st Class Jaspreet Singh, 87th Logistics Readiness Squadron fire truck and refueling maintenance apprentice, finally puts on an Operational Camouflage... MORE

Aircraft Structural Maintenance create parts to keep aircraft flying
October 18, 2019 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Armani Everson, 305th Maintenance Squadron Fabrication Flight aircraft structural maintenance journeymen, cuts into a piece of titanium used for aircrafts on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Oct. 16, 2019. Utilizing various methods, aircraft structural maintenance Airmen are able to build a replacement part... MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Armani Everson, 305th Maintenance Squadron Fabrication Flight aircraft structural maintenance journeymen, cuts into a piece of titanium used for aircrafts on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Oct. 16, 2019. Utilizing various methods, aircraft structural maintenance Airmen are able to build a replacement part from scratch in order to restore the structural integrity of the aircraft and ensure the safety of the Airmen who fly them. The mission of the 305th MXS is to enhance global response by providing world class systems, support equipment, munitions and aircraft maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jake Carter)

First ever: Kish Airman Leadership School graduates all-service ALS class
October 16, 2019 — For the first time in recorded history, Kish Airman Leadership School on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, graduated a class consisting of military individuals from the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army and U.S. Coast Guard. The all-service class, Class 19-G, will graduate on Oct. 17, 2019, after completing the five and a half week course that consisted of 192 hours of curriculum... MORE

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jeremy Hill, 87th Force Support Squadron Kish Airman Leadership School commandant, converses with Class 19-G before a briefing at Kish ALS on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Oct. 11, 2019. The class will graduate on Oct. 17, 2019, after completing the five and a half week course that consisted of 192 hours of curriculum.

First ever: United States Fish & Wildlife Service integrates into Joint Base MDL
October 4, 2019 — The United States Fish & Wildlife Service, whose mission is to protect wildlife, habitats and make refuge safe places, conserves America’s natural resources now and in the future. They exemplify excellence in public service to all and have joined the mission of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey... MORE

Terrance Butler, United States Fish & Wildlife Service federal Wildlife officer, poses in front of his work vehicle on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Oct. 2, 2019. Butler is the first USFWS officer assigned to Joint Base MDL where he will support the mission of the base in conjunction with assisting the conservation program that includes hunting, fishing and environmental issues.

Joint Base MDL celebrates 10-year anniversary
October 4, 2019 — Service members, civic leaders, and senior leaders hosted a 10-year anniversary of the nation’s only tri-service installation with the Celebration of the Decennium at Doughboy Field on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Oct. 1. The celebration consisted of a re-dedication ceremony, static displays and a groundbreaking for the future site of the installation’s Decennium Time Capsule... MORE

First ever: Artificial intelligence used for AMC Flight Commander Course
October 2, 2019 — Instructors from the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Flight Commander Course incorporated Air University’s live simulation – Mixed Reality Leadership Exercise into the class for the first time in Air Mobility Command, Sept. 27 on Joint Base MDL... MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. John Hoffecker, 204th Intelligence Squadron flight commander, listens to an artificial intelligence presentation during a live simulation – mixing reality leadership experience during a Flight Commander Course on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Sept. 27, 2019. The AI provided information based on the students’ responses which gives students a more realistic practice to complex interpersonal skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ariel Owings)

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force visits Joint Base MDL
September 6, 2019 — Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visited Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Sept. 5, 2019 to meet with Airmen, gain first-hand knowledge on different career fields and to discuss the overall status of the Air Force and possible future changes... MORE

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright conducts an All Call at the Timmerman Center on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, during a visit Sept. 5, 2019. During the All Call, Wright discussed the rising suicide rates across the force and how Airmen must be wingmen to one another and be resilient in tough times.