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  • My ATSO experience

    If you are like me, and prior to this month had no clue what "ATSO" meant and what kind of training it involved, take a second to read about my experiences at ability to survive and operate training Feb. 7. It may make the difference in Team Pope's performance in the Air Mobility Command operational

  • ORI preparation - Important for everyone

    Pope began training for October's Operational Readiness Inspection with the first of five mobility exercises Feb. 4 to 8. Units throughout the base spent an entire week working on the important building blocks in preparation for the Air Mobility Command Inspector General's visit, which will be

  • Pope Airman fights for Air Force boxing team

    The mascot of Pope's 43rd Logistics Readiness Squadron is the COBRA. Each letter stands for something defining how the Airmen strive to complete the mission. For one 43rd LRS Airman the letter 'B' rings true, not only with his work, but his new hobby as well. Bold. Stepping outside of your comfort

  • Pope Fire Department visits Manchester Elementary School

    Four members of Pope's 43rd Civil Engineer Squadron's Fire Department visited Manchester Elementary School Feb. 5 to talk about their jobs. Kurt Rhodes, Ted Alff, Airman 1st Class Wendell Washington-Flournoy and Senior Airman Matthew Florez talked to about 50 students, and Airman Washington-Flournoy

  • Pope starts ORI prep

    One of the major opportunities for Pope warriors in 2008 is the upcoming Operational Readiness Inspection in late October. We must begin now to prepare ourselves as each unit and individual will play an important role in ensuring our success. Let's start by addressing some common misconceptions and

  • Chief's strategy white paper revealed

    "Transformation is an enduring part of our culture as Airmen," said Gen. T. Michael Moseley, Air Force chief of staff. "We are forever looking for an edge to strengthen our ability to deliver combat power for the nation." General Moseley spoke to members of Air University's professional military

  • Air Force officials release budget request for 2009

    2/4/2008 - WASHINGTON (AFPN) -- As part of the president's fiscal 2009 budget, the Air Force officials are requesting Congress' approval for $143.9 billion, nearly more than $9 billion more than in fiscal 2008. Of the $143.9 billion request, $117 billion are funds directly controlled and managed by

  • Pope wins AMC Mission Support Awards

    Air Mobility Command has announced the winners of the 2007 Mission Support Awards and three of its winners are from Pope. "Congratulations to our recent AMC award winners and thank you for your hard work and dedication to the mission," said Col. Pat Savoy, 43rd Mission Support Group Commander. "I am

  • 16 Pope Airmen promoted below the zone

    Below the Zone is a military achievement honoring those Airmen who continue to excel in their profession, and are promoted to the rank of senior airman six months early. Pope selects these Airmen four times a year. There have been 16 recently selected from Pope. The individuals who assist in

  • Preventive Health Assessment process moves online

    The 43rd Medical Group will begin processing Preventive Health Assessment's with a Web-based system Feb. 1. This system, which is being implemented throughout the Air Force, will allow 43rd MDG personnel to review health needs of patients through a web-based health questionnaire. In addition,