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  • Pilot error leads to MQ-9A crash

    Air Combat Command released an Accident Investigation Board report for an MQ-9A Reaper that crashed on Feb. 11, 2024, impacting the ground beyond the departure end of the runway during takeoff in an undisclosed location within the U.S. Africa Command area of responsibility.

  • No drone zone keeps base safe

    As the popularity of small, unmanned aircraft systems or drones, continues to grow, Offutt Air Force Base remains a no drone zone.

  • Airmen’s quick action at beach saves man from drowning

    Two Moody Airmen conduct an impromptu search-and-rescue operation and ultimately saved a life off a beach in Panama City Beach, Florida, when a jet ski rider pushed a little too far and flew off after a hard jump. With a large crowd watching and no sight of the man after a couple of minutes, it was

  • Airman rescues children from burning car

    On November 18, 2023, Senior Airman Stevi Brewster, from the 432nd Wing, 20th Attack Squadron, was home on leave in Texas attending her best friend’s wedding. A night meant for celebration turned into a harrowing scene of urgency and heroism when she drove down a dimly lit road.

  • Base strengthens defenses against potential flood waters

    Offutt Air Force Base leadership, under the direction of Col. Mark Howard, 55th Wing commander, took proactive steps in collaboration with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to strengthen flood defenses around the base perimeter. The initiative is a direct response to rising water levels in the

  • Accident investigation finds mechanical failure led to MQ-9A Reaper crash

    Today, Air Combat Command released an Abbreviated Accident Investigation Board report regarding an MQ-9A Reaper that crashed on May 4, 2023, in the ocean in an undisclosed location within the United States Africa Command area of responsibility. The mishap resulted in no fatalities, nor injuries or

  • Pilot error leads to MQ-9A Reaper crash

    Today, Air Combat Command released an Accident Investigation Board report citing pilot error as the cause of an MQ-9A Reaper crash that took place on Jan. 18, 2023, at the Southern California Logistics Airport in Victorville, California.