Inside AFIMSC

Distinguished military personnel and civilians get to see and use the M18 pistol and M320 grenade launcher during 2018 Defender Challenge at Camp Bullis, Texas.

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center's Explosive Ordnance Disposal Division at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, constantly finds new ways to keep the Warfighter out of harm's way. Being one of the organizing partners of the Eastern National Robot Rodeo and Capabilities Exercise is one of the ways AFCEC EOD personnel and leadership get a hands-on look at the newest in EOD robotic technology. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center public affairs specialist, Brian Goddin, takes us to the third annual event held in and around Charleston, South Carolina this year.

The U.S. Air Force Defender Challenge pits "the best of the best" defenders in head-to-head team competition focusing on the craft and tools of their trade… weapons and tactics. Pulling off an event of this size takes a significant amount of effort. Here is James Truitt with more.

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The Combat Support Wing concept, developed by the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, has been put to the test and has now been proven to be another way that the Air Force can quickly establish bases anywhere in the world. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Public Affairs Specialist, Brian Goddin, shows us how Combat Support Wing creates more well-rounded Airmen that can be deployed at a moment's notice to enhance the Air Force's war-winning capabilities.

USAF Security Forces personnel train at JBSA-Camp Bullis, Texas for inclusion to US Army Ranger Training Course at Fort Benning, Georgia.

USAF Security Forces Ranger Assessment CourseTotal run time-2 minutes, 14 seconds.

AFIMSC Commander, Major General Bradley Spacy, toured the Hurricane Michael-ravaged Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, recently. In this short video, the damage from Hurrican Michael is evident but the mission of the Air Force Civil Engineer Center's "Battle Ready, Built Right" pushes through as recovery efforts provide what is needed to support the Air Force and the Warfighter.

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center announced the winners of the 2018 Air Force Design Awards, recognizing eight innovative projects for excellence in design and efficiency.

“These award-winning projects exemplify the Air Force’s commitment to partnering with industry to deliver quality, mission ready facilities,” said Col. Scott Matthews, AFCEC Facility Engineering director. “These designers optimized and balanced functionality, cost-efficiency, sustainability and aesthetics.”

Two award levels were given this year: the Honor Award, which is the highest achievement, followed by the Merit Award.

“When assessing a project, we ask jurors to emphasize cost control, energy efficiency, functionality and sustainability,” Duncan said. “These outstanding designs set the bar high and help inspire future innovation, leading to continual design improvement and success.” Awards will be formally presented to the winners Nov 14, 2018, during the AFCEC Design and Construction Partnering Symposium in San Antonio.

After Hurricane Michael caused major damage to Tyndall Air Force Base on October 10th, 2018, officials worked quickly to get the critical missions back up and running as soon as possible. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center demonstrates through their special initiative called "Task Force Phoenix" a large part of the recovery process for Tyndall AFB. NOTE: AFIMSC Vice-Commander, Col. Pat Miller, has been leading "Task Force Phoenix" since shortly after Hurricane Michael.

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Leadership wishes to thank everyone for their hard work throughout the year. Please take a moment to watch their message. Happy Holidays!

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center's Fire Research and Training Facility at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, provides realistic firefighter training. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center public affairs shows the state-of-the-art facility also allows for researching and studying more environmentally firefighting agents.