Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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U.S. Air Force photo: Staff Sgt. Matthew Plew An MC-130J Commando II from the 522 Special Operations Squadron at Cannon Air Force Base, CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — The 27th Special Operations Wing conducted a base-wide exercise Oct. 26-30. at Cannon Air Force Base. Air Commandos included training at Melrose Air Force Range as part of the exercise. Aircraft maneuvered troops and cargo from Cannon to the range to add to the realism of the staged events. Agencies across the base participated in simulated scenarios to better p...
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — It was a rather unique sight for Airmen as they entered the Pecos Trial Dining Facility where they were greeted and served lunch by group and squadron chiefs at Cannon Air Force Base. U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Marvin Neely, 27th Special Operations Medical Group superintendent, helps prepare sandwiches in the Pecos Trail Dining Facility at Cannon Air Force Base. More than a handful of chief master sergeants put on their Airman Battle U...
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — It was a proud moment for the 27th Special Operations Wing as the first AC-130W Stinger II taxied onto the newest flightline taxiway addition at Cannon Air Force Base. U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Ericka Engblom An AC-130W Stinger II is sprayed by fire trucks while taxing down a newly opened flightline taxiway addition at Cannon Air Force Base. The flightline taxiway is part of the new additions being added to Cannon and will be used to park up to 18 additional aircraft that will be g... Full story
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, — After months of hard work, dedication and a commitment to excellence, the Tumbleweed Lounge reopened under its new name "Dagger Alley" in The Landing Zone at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Oct. 26. Raising the bar and setting new standards is something Air Commandos stationed with the 27th Special Operations Wing strive for, this project was no exception. The 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron Specialized Maintenance Team was charged by wing leadership to put together crew members and a...
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — The 27th Special Operations Wing Sexual Assault Response Coordinator office hosted a free self-defense class in the Fitness Center at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Oct. 20. The SARC, along with the Military Family Life Consultant and Airman & Family Readiness Center provided information with regard to domestic violence awareness and prevention to more than a dozen military members and dependents who participated in the class. Three Jeet Kun Do-trained martial artists provided fundamentals and e... Full story
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — The 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron held Fire Prevention Week Oct. 8-12. at Cannon Air Force Base. U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Ericka Engblom U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Anthony Figiera, 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron commander, and his family enjoy the firefighter's open house at Cannon Air Force Base U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Ericka Engblom A firefighter with the 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron helps Lathan Chavez into a fire p... Full story
With October well underway, Energy Action Month is in full swing. The month will give Airmen stationed at Cannon Air Force Base the chance to promote awareness for conservation efforts and showcase how Air Commandos "think green, build green and fly blue." U.S. Air Force graphic: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal As the largest energy user in the federal government, the Air Force is constantly looking for ways to reduce energy consumption. October will give Airmen stationed at Cannon Air Force Base the chance to promote...
The 27th Special Operations Wing welcomed Lt. Gen. Eric E. Fiel, Air Force Special Operations Command commander, upon his Sept. 12 arrival at Cannon Air Force Base. The three-star general arrived at the western home of Air Commandos as part of a local civic leader tour. These tours are used to give respected community leaders a better overall understanding of AFSOC, its vital mission set and the direction of its installations. The selected community partners are then enabled to act as key communicators and advocates for Air F... Full story
You've got mail!While many might not give much thought or consideration as to how critical information is shared or disseminated across Cannon Air Force Base there are knowledge operations managers working diligently through the duty day to ensure communication channels flow seamlessly across the 27th Special Operations Wing. "We are a newer career field that deals heavily in administration and management of sharing data," said Staff Sgt. Gricelda Rubio, 27th Special Operations Communications Squadron assistant NCO in charge... Full story
Everyone likes the idea of saving a little extra green. But when it's Air Force green that's being saved, it's something the entire force can benefit from. Tech. Sgt. Shaun Lyle and Harry Zalewski, 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron, created the 27 SOCES Specialized Maintenance Team in 2007 for the purpose of working on multimillion dollar projects for Cannon Air Force Base and saving the wing countless dollars. U.S. Air Force photo:Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Shaun Lyle, 27th...
Done by few... for the many. "Our motto is truly representative of what our private organization is all about," said Senior Airman Michelle Mayhugh, 27th Special Operations Logistics Readiness Squadron and Air Commando Enlisted Society president. "The few members that make up A.C.E.S. work very hard to make decisions that will directly benefit the many Airmen that comprise the base. U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal From left, U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kevin Flynn, A1C Samantha Crenshaw, Chief...
Dozens of Air Commandos stationed at Cannon Air Force Base visited the Clovis Hillcrest Zoo as part of a volunteer beautification project, Aug. 31. Courtesy photo A group of volunteers from Cannon Air Force Base feed a giraffe Aug. 31 at The Hillcrest Zoo in Clovis. Cannon's 5/6ers organized and coordinated the volunteer beautification project between base personnel and the zoo. Cannon's 5/6ers President Staff Sgt. Fernando Gutierrez, 27th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, took care of organizing and...
The 27th Special Operations Wing is scheduled to conduct a major accident response exercise Thursday at Cannon Air Force Base. Everyone on base between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. should expect extensive delays and changes to normal operations. Both gates to the installation will shut down for approximately 10 to 15 minutes during this timeframe. Please plan accordingly in anticipation of this closure. Also expect to hear sirens, giant voice announcements and restricted movement procedures, such as a shelter-in-place, to be implemente...
As part of Air Force Special Operations Command, the 27th Special Operations Wing and its Air Commandos are part of a proud history and bound to a commitment of unpredictable sacrifices. The men and women proudly serving at Cannon Air Force Base share unique qualities that set them apart as AFSOC airmen. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Taneshia Bias, 27th Special Operations Group, attends the Deployed/Remote Family Dinner with her daughter Sept. 4 in the Pecos Trail Dining Facility at...
Editor's note: This feature is the fourth in a series of 27th Special Operations Security Forces Squadron highlights at Cannon. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brandon Miller, 27th Special Operations Security Forces Squadron armory NCOIC, is issued a weapon from Senior Airman David Kinjorski-Garcia, 27 SOSFS, from the armory Aug. 24 at Cannon Air Force Base. The armory provides storage to unaccompanied airmen living in Cannon's dormitories and all military housing residents. It's a safe...
Editor's note: *This feature is sixteenth in a series of Air Commando highlights at Cannon. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brandy Palmer, 27th Special Operations Medical Support Squadron pharmacy technician, attempts to locate a particular prescription while searching through inventory Aug. 21 in the pharmacy at Cannon Air Force Base. As a customer approaches the window and is greeted by an eager technician, their order is taken and prepared within minutes. Names are called out...
The 27th Special Operations Wing hosted seven of its honorary commanders for a day of mission orientation, operations familiarization and interactive field training, Aug. 22 at Cannon Air Force Base. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal U.S. Air Force Col. William West, 27th Special Operations Group commander, and Lt. Col. Kenneth Pedersen, 551st Special Operations Squadron, lead Cannon's honorary commanders at the beginning of their tactical ground move Aug. 22 at Melrose Air Force Range.s Alexxis Pons Abascal The 27... Full story
The 27th Special Operations Wing hosted seven of its honorary commanders for a day of mission orientation, operations familiarization and interactive field training, Aug. 22 at Cannon Air Force Base. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal U.S. Air Force Col. William West, 27th Special Operations Group commander, and Lt. Col. Kenneth Pedersen, 551st Special Operations Squadron, lead Cannon's honorary commanders at the beginning of their tactical ground move Aug. 22 at Melrose Air Force Range.s Alexxis Pons Abascal The 27... Full story
Editor's note: This feature is fifteenth in a series of Air Commando highlights at Cannon. The work bench is lined with tools and metal components in varying sizes and shapes. There is an acrid smell lingering in the air slowly mixing with the metallic one emanating from the scattered, unassembled pieces on the work station. Squinted eyes inspect a barrel as quick, deliberate hands work over various parts to ensure every inch of the weapon is looked over before being reused. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal An...
Editor's note: This feature is fifteenth in a series of Air Commando highlights at Cannon. The work bench is lined with tools and metal components in varying sizes and shapes. There is an acrid smell lingering in the air slowly mixing with the metallic one emanating from the scattered, unassembled pieces on the work station. Squinted eyes inspect a barrel as quick, deliberate hands work over various parts to ensure every inch of the weapon is looked over before being reused. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal An...
A new school year has officially kicked off for dependents within the 27th Special Operations Wing at Cannon Air Force Base. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons AbascalChildren gather for daily breakfast at the Child Development Center Aug. 20 at Cannon Air Force Base. The CDCs provide care to children within the Cannon community and are accredited by The National Association for the Education of Young Children. While local school districts welcomed new and old students, the Child Development Centers on base continue...
A new school year has officially kicked off for dependents within the 27th Special Operations Wing at Cannon Air Force Base. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons AbascalChildren gather for daily breakfast at the Child Development Center Aug. 20 at Cannon Air Force Base. The CDCs provide care to children within the Cannon community and are accredited by The National Association for the Education of Young Children. While local school districts welcomed new and old students, the Child Development Centers on base continue... Full story
"Subsidium omnis generis: full spectrum support. Enable Air Commando combat readiness through unrivaled combat support and community service." USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jessica Dunn, 27th Special Operations Force Support Squadron, prepares an airman's meal Aug. 9 in the Pecos Trail Dining Facility at Cannon Air Force Base. Airmen working in the facility directly impact half the base populace and pride themselves on providing superior customer service and improving quality of... Full story
"Subsidium omnis generis: full spectrum support. Enable Air Commando combat readiness through unrivaled combat support and community service." USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jessica Dunn, 27th Special Operations Force Support Squadron, prepares an airman's meal Aug. 9 in the Pecos Trail Dining Facility at Cannon Air Force Base. Airmen working in the facility directly impact half the base populace and pride themselves on providing superior customer service and improving quality of... Full story
*This feature is fourteenth in a series of Air Commando highlights at Cannon. USAF: Airman 1st Class Alexxis Pons Abascal Firefighters with the Clovis Fire Department and a firefighter with the 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron work to extinguish an engine fire in the burn pit Aug. 2 at Cannon Air Force Base. The pit houses a replicated aircraft equipped with a propane tank and several igniters used to sustain training fires. As the U.S. Air Force fire protection motto states, members must possess "the desire... Full story
