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Getting Started

Welcome to Offutt! Offutt Air Force Base has many ways to keep you informed of what is happening in and around the community. The base has a website located at www.offutt.af.mil where you can read stories on what is happening within Team Offutt. In addition, anyone in your family can find information if assistance is ever needed on the website’s Comprehensive Airman Fitness page. The base also has a very active social media program with a Facebook page, Twitter page, FLICKr page, YouTube channel and even an Offutt Weather Twitter page that can send you a text when the base is closed or there is delayed reporting because of inclement weather. For those of you with a smart phone, we have teamed up with other bases to provide an App. Simply look for MyMC2 or My Military Communities. Once you have it, choose Offutt and you will have what is happening on base in the palm of your hand. There is also a base newsletter. The Offutt E-News is distributed to base employees on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. It is also available to spouses who request it. Simply e-mail news@offutt.af.mil and request to be added to the distribution list. Last but not least, is the base newspaper, which is called “The Base: 68113.” This commercial paper is distributed by Suburban Newspapers using content mainly from the Offutt website.

Location Offutt AFB is 10 miles south of downtown Omaha in Bellevue, Neb., just six miles south of Interstate 80 at the Intersection of Capehart Road and U.S. Highway 75. The base operator’s phone number is (402) 294-1110, or DSN 271-1110.

Driving from the East, West or North Take Interstate 80 to U.S. Highway 75 South, the Kennedy Freeway to Bellevue. To enter the Kenney Gate, go south approximately six miles and exit at Nebraska Highway 370. Turn left and go under the overpass to the second exit (Offutt AFB/Fort Crook Road). Turn right off the exit, get into the left lane and turn into the Kenney Gate (with all the flags). To enter the SAC Gate, go south approximately seven miles and exit at Offutt AFB/Capehart Rd. Turn left. The SAC Gate is straight ahead approximately one mile.

Driving from the South From the South, exit Interstate 29 at exit number 42 in Iowa, and turn west on Iowa Highway 370. Go four miles.

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Cross the Bellevue Toll Bridge (toll is $1 one way). Continue straight on Nebraska Highway 370 (Mission Ave). At the fourth stoplight (Lincoln Rd), turn left and enter the base straight ahead. This is the Bellevue Gate, which is open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Offutt Welcome Center The Bellevue Public Schools/Offutt Welcome Center is located in a brick, steel-roofed building on the northwest corner of the junction of NE Highway 370 and Ft Crook Road. The welcome center provides visitors with information on Offutt and the surrounding community. In addition, it also offers newcomers with a warm and inviting environment to meet their sponsors and access computers, the internet, employment information and maps. The superintendent’s office for the Bellevue Public Schools is located in the same building. To contact the Offutt Welcome Center, call (402) 827-8554, Monday-Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Sponsorship/Mail Meet your sponsor at the Offutt Welcome Center if you arrive during business hours. If you want to have mail forwarded to you at Offutt, you can use the following address: (Your Rank and Name), 110 Airman Circle Ste 99999, Offutt AFB, NE 68113-2070.

Lodging Reservations Reservations at Offutt Inns can be made up to 120 days in advance and prior to receiving permanent change of station orders. Reservations must be reconfirmed three days prior to your arrival and will be canceled at 6 p.m. on the check-in date unless guaranteed with a credit card. To make reservations or for further information, call (402) 294-3671 or DSN 271-3671. Reservations may also be faxed to (402) 2943199 or sent via e-mail to 55SVS.Lodging@offutt.AF.mil.

Advance Pay for PCSing Advance military pay is available within 30 days prior to PCSing and up to 60 days after arrival at your new permanent duty station. E-5s and above may request one month advance pay (minus deductions) without commander’s approval and up to three months with commander’s signature. E-4s and below will require commander’s signature regardless of the number of months. Repayment on advance military pay is 12 months with an available extension of up to 24 months, again with commander’s approval.

Getting Started

Signing In When you arrive at Offutt, you’ll need to sign in at your unit commander’s support staff office. Your leave enroute ends the day you sign in. Talk to your sponsor, your supervisor or an expert in your unit about when to sign in. Remember, you must sign in before or on your Report No Later Than Date. Important Items to Hand Carry: • Copies of your PCS orders • All moving paperwork, inventory, etc. • Employment records of family members • Medical, dental and immunization records for entire family • School records for children and adults • Pet records and immunizations • Phone numbers for your gaining unit, sponsor and command post (for emergencies during transit)

Mandatory Appointments In-processing briefing Your CSS will schedule you for a briefing to complete all finance and military personnel flight in-processing. Be sure to bring several copies of your PCS orders, all travel documents, your personnel records and your medical records. The briefing also includes a section on family readiness and TRICARE at Offutt. Plan on spending one to two hours at this briefing. First Term Airmen Center After completing the base in-processing briefing, all first-term/first-duty-station Airmen report to the First Term Airmen Center for in-processing and orientation. Airmen return to their units of assignment for unit specific inprocessing, then report to FTAC the following week for 14 days of mission orientation, details, training and completion of base-level in-processing. EO Newcomer’s Orientation and First Duty Station Training In accordance with Air Force Instruction 36-2706, all Department of Defense personnel will receive equal opportunity human relations education within 30 days of arrival. These briefings are designed for individuals to comprehend and recall Air Force, Air Combat Command and local installation commander’s “Zero Tolerance” policy regarding unlawful discrimination and sexual harassment. For appropriate scheduling, contact the EO office at (402) 294-3709 or DSN 271-3709.

Right Start Orientation This four-and-a-half hour briefing is mandatory for all personnel in-processing to Offutt. It’s a one-stop orientation that covers all required newcomer briefings except the finance and travel briefings. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend.

Also on Arrival Relocation Assistance Come to the Airman & Family Readiness Center for information on the community and other relocation services. The Airman & Family Readiness Center’s phone number is (402) 294-4329. Household Goods Shipment The Joint Personal Property Shipping Office in Colorado Springs, Colo., handles all in-bound household goods. Call (800) 771-1819 or DSN 692-9291 as soon as possible after arrival to arrange the delivery of your household goods. If you have housing and your household goods have arrived, you can schedule a delivery date. Personally Procured Moves (formally known as DITY moves) are filed with Household Goods, Bldg. 323C, Room 301. TRICARE Registration If you’re coming from a base in a region other than WEST, you’re required to transfer enrollment for you and your family members in TRICARE Prime to this region (WEST) and select a Primary Care Manager upon arrival to Offutt. If you are coming from a base located in this region (WEST), you’re required to request a Primary Care Manager change. TRICARE Prime coverage won’t automatically transfer from one location to another for you or your family members. You must be proactive regarding your family’s healthcare benefits. To enroll your family members, visit www.tricareonline. com. If your family members aren’t already enrolled in TRICARE Prime, appointments for your family members will be on a space-available basis at Ehrling Bergquist Clinic.

Pay Inquiries The 55th Comptrollers Squadron’s Financial Services Office is located in Building C, Room 138. They can also be reached by calling either (402) 294-3300 for military/travel pay or (402) 294-3005 for civilian pay. In case of a financial emergency, the Air Force Aid Society can be reached through the Airman & Family Readiness Center at (402) 294-4329.

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On-Base Phones The base has four telephone prefixes: Commercial 294 and 232, and DSN 271 and 272. To place calls from one on-base phone to another, dial the seven-digit number — 294-XXXX or 232-XXXX, whichever is appropriate. To place calls from an on-base phone to an off-base phone, dial 99 then the seven-digit number (you will hear a dial tone after dialing 99). To place DSN calls, dial 94 then the seven-digit number. Long distance calls from on-base phones can only be made by using a personal identification number that’s issued by the 55th Communications Group through unit telephone control officers.

Airports There’s one major airport in the metro Omaha area. Eppley Airfield is four miles northeast of downtown Omaha at 4501 Abbott Drive, off Highway 480 North and Sorenson Expressway. There are also two small noncommercial airports in the Omaha area. North Omaha Airport is located on North 72nd Street in Omaha and Millard Airport is located at 12916 Millard Airport Plaza in West Omaha.

Weather Overview Omaha area weather varies significantly throughout the year. Summers are very warm—and at times rather humid— with high temperatures ranging between 80 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Summertime thunderstorms are observed (on average) nine times per month—June through September. These storms usually occur in the late evening and overnight hours and account for nearly half of the region’s annual rainfall. On the other hand, winter weather is rather dry and cold. Typical daytime high temperatures range between 30 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit from December through March. Nevertheless, below zero temperatures are possible during colder spells and strong winds can create wind chill factors of 20 to 40 degrees below zero. Annual snowfall for eastern Nebraska averages between 25 and 30 inches. Spring and fall — the transition seasons — are mild, with high temperatures reaching 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Occasionally this transition time produces severe weather — isolated severe thunderstorms with hail (and even the possibility of tornadoes) — as warm and cold air masses clash in the Central Plains States.

On-base government transportation Offutt’s shuttle bus stops at various base locations Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The shuttle bus doesn’t run on weekends or holidays. For more information or a copy of the shuttle schedule, call transportation dispatch at (402) 294-4375.

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Security Forces

Getting Onto Base Offutt has three gates for your use. The Kenney Gate and the STRATCOM Gate are open 24 hours. The Bellevue Gate is open Monday-Friday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. including ACC Family Days. The Bellevue Gate is closed weekends and federal holidays. Visitor passes are granted through the Pass and Registration Center, which is located adjacent to the STRATCOM Gate. They are open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Vehicle Registration The Air Force no longer requires military, family members and Department of Defense employees to register vehicles on base. All drivers must have a valid Department of Defense identification card, valid driver’s license, current registration and proof of insurance. International driver’s licenses are valid up to 30 days upon arrival to Offutt, after which only valid state licenses are permitted. For more information, contact the Pass and Registration office at (402) 294-8979.

Weapon Registration All personnel residing in dormitories, bachelor living quarters, temporary living facilities (TLFs), government housing (to include privatized housing) or billeting/lodging facilities must register any firearms they possess. The registration focal point for personnel assigned to the 55th Wing will be the individual’s group commander’s support staff or unit orderly room. For all other organizations, the unit orderly room is the focal point for registration.

Emergency Phone Numbers The 911 emergency system is used on Offutt and in the local communities for fire, rescue and police services. Dialing 911 from an on-base phone, including most phones in Capehart housing, will connect you to base emergency services, the 55th Security Forces Squadron, base fire department and Ehrling Bergquist clinic. Dialing 911 from an off-base residence will connect you with Sarpy County 911 emergency services.

Insuring your Personal Vehicle All automobiles must have insurance, and proof of this must be provided to obtain state registration. For more information regarding Nebraska insurance laws, call the Sarpy County Motor Vehicle Department at (402) 593-2148 located at 84th St. and Hwy 370.

Driving On-Base General Operators and passengers of all vehicles operated on Air Force installations must wear seat belts. Children newborn through six years of age will be seated and restrained in a Department of Transportation-approved child restraint seat. The speed limit on Offutt is 25 miles per hour unless otherwise posted. The speed limit in base-housing areas varies from 15 mph to 25 mph (as posted). Only hands-free cell phone use is authorized by the Department of Defense on installations while operating a vehicle. Speeding Driving more than 10 to 15 mph over posted speed limit within base housing will result in a seven-day driving suspension and the driver’s base traffic history being assessed points. Any second speeding offense in base housing within 12 months will result in a 30-day suspension and points assessed. Any third speeding offense in base housing within 12 months will result in a six-month suspension and points assessed. Citations issued to people for exceeding the base housing posted speed limit by 16 mph or ore will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Caution Please use caution along curb side parking in the base housing areas. Congestion makes it very difficult to see children playing and walking through the area. Please drive with extreme care. Alcohol The legal drinking age in Nebraska is 21. Purchase or possession of an alcoholic beverage by someone underage is a misdemeanor. Nebraska law and Offutt AFB regulations prohibits having an open container of alcohol in a vehicle, even if the vehicle is parked. All persons driving on Nebraska roads are deemed to have given consent to a chemical test to determine the level of drugs or alcohol in their blood, breath or urine. Refusal of a breath test is a misdemeanor. Refusal may also result in revocation of driving privileges for up to 15 years, depending on the offender’s prior record. For more information on any legal issues, call the base legal office at (402) 294-3732/3733.

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On- and Off-Base Housing Privatized Housing Information As part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative, the Air Force conveyed all Offutt AFB housing units to America First Communities on Sept. 15, 2005. AFC operates the community under the name “Rising View” and is revitalizing the housing community. They own, operate, maintain and manage the community for the next 50 years. Privatization brings much needed improvements to the Offutt community and improves the quality of life for military families stationed at Offutt. Although Rising View is privatized, the Offutt AFB Housing Management Office (HMO) continues to support your housing needs. It is always recommended that you visit the HMO before making housing arrangements. The information provided below includes an overview of privatized housing and a brief description of the application process. If you have any questions, contact the HMO at DSN 271-6242 or Commercial (402) 294-6242. You may also contact the Rising View Property Management Office at (402) 991-9840. More information is also available at www.risingview.com. Privatized Housing Overview Once complete, Rising View will have demolished nearly 1,900 homes, renovated 484 homes and built 914 new homes (a combination of three and four bedroom homes for Junior and Senior NCO as well as Company Grade, Field Grade, and Senior Officer). Rising View has also provided several community enhancements, including increased recreational facilities (e.g., soccer field and playgrounds), trail systems, and a new Community Center facility. Active duty military members will receive Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) according to your rank and dependent status. If you choose to live at Rising View, your rent will be equal to your BAH and this will include utilities, maintenance, renter’s insurance, and trash/yard waste/ recycling. You will be required to sign a one-year lease. For military married to military, the rent will be based on the “with dependent” rate of the senior ranking member (junior ranking member will still collect BAH and pocket the difference). Example: - Without dependent rate E-5 BAH is $842 and without dependent rate E-4 BAH is $738 for a combined total BAH of $1,576.00 if the E-5 and E-4 military members are married - With dependent rate E5 BAH is $1,070 so this would be the rent amount - The difference in BAH between what the household is collecting and the rent amount ($1,576 minus $1,070) equals $506.00 (this is what the junior ranking member pockets) 20

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Visit Rising View online at www.risingview.com for more information about the houses, the community, and Offutt AFB. Applying for Privatized Housing The Offutt HMO processes all applications for privatized housing. All eligible active duty military members are authorized to submit an advance application. You should visit your current installation’s HMO, with copies of your PCS orders, to fill out an application and they will mail/fax it to our HMO. If you receive short notice PCS orders, you may want to request that the housing office fax your application and orders to this office at DSN 271-9763. The effective date of your advance application is the date you depart your losing duty station. If you submit an advance application, you will be advised via DD Form 1747 (Status of Housing Availability) of the effective date of placement on the waiting list, number of bedrooms authorized, and the estimated waiting period for a home. The estimated waiting period will be based on your projected arrival date and not on the date of application. If you do not submit an advance application, you may apply at the HMO as a “walk-in” upon arrival; however, your date of application will be the day you apply. Assignments of Privatized Housing In all cases, assignments to privatized housing are made only to personnel who have arrived at the installation and have processed into their unit. After this occurs, you must visit the HMO to be processed in, or call ahead for an appointment. In order to be processed in and referred to privatized housing, you must complete an application (if no advance application was submitted) and present your in-processing checklist to the HMO, who will then validate your eligibility, and “refer” you to Rising View. Rising View will then escort you to visit available homes and answer any questions you may have. If you choose to live in privatized housing, Rising View will process the required paperwork (including a resident lease) and complete the assignment process. Assignment is made by number of bedrooms authorized (up to four bedrooms), date of application and pay grade category. Wait Time For most housing grade categories, there is a short waiting period in place.

Existing Offutt Housing Officer and Enlisted Housing Area Rising View is located two miles west of Offutt AFB and offers a variety of housing styles for Junior NCOs, Senior NCOs, Company Grade Officers, Field Grade Officers and Senior Officers. The majority of the community consists of two-story duplex homes with a two-car garage. Other home

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styles vary and may include single-level homes, homes with unfinished basements, and accessible homes. Each home is equipped with a stove, refrigerator, garbage disposal, dishwasher, washer/dryer hookups and central heating and air conditioning (newly constructed and renovated homes also include microwaves). Coffman Heights These homes are located on the base proper and were built between 2000-2008. Each home is equipped with a stove, refrigerator, garbage disposal, dishwasher, central heat and air conditioning (newly constructed homes also include a microwave). These are all duplex single-story or two-story homes with one- or two-car garages. Fort Crook Historic Housing The Fort Crook Historical District, located in the center of the base, was originally a U.S. Army cavalry post, completed in late 1896. Today, the district includes two housing areas: Chief’s Row consists of seven, three- and fourbedroom, two-story brick homes and one single two story home. General’s Row consists of 18 three story brick homes (nine duplexes) and one single, three-story home for general/ flag officers and mission essential commanders.

Off-Base Housing Information All military personnel, including unaccompanied and single personnel, are encouraged to process through the housing office prior to entering into a lease agreement or purchase agreement. If you arrive during non-duty hours, contact the Lodging Office, Building 44, on Grant’s Pass, or call (402) 294-3671, 291-9000, or DSN 271-3671. The staff can provide you with information concerning temporary lodging and any restrictions. The housing office staff provides information on off-base housing from its computerized rental and sales listings. The listings include information on the number of bedrooms, price range and location, and can be tailored to meet your needs. Temporary housing listings are also available. The housing office staff can provide you with a pamphlet which contains a list of furnished and unfurnished temporary rental apartments and also local area motels and hotels. Motel/hotel weekly rates range from $245 to $500. Temporary apartment rentals are available, but management will usually require a monthly agreement. These will range from $500 to $1200, and vary by location and amenities. Our off-base housing situation ranges from fair to very good, depending upon your

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personal situation, family composition and intentions. The majority of apartment rentals include only one and two bedrooms. Some three-bedroom and four-bedroom units are available but tend to be fairly expensive. The rental vacancy rate for apartments and single family homes in the area is near six percent and 10 percent, respectively. Housing rentals in Bellevue (adjacent to the base), and Papillion (approximately eight miles from the base) can usually be found, but are generally more expensive. Rental prices may vary according to location and amenities, and are subject to change. Owning a pet will limit your options, since few landlords allow them. If allowed, you may be required to pay a pet deposit and an additional monthly pet fee. The approximate average rental price of a unit within commuting distance of Offutt AFB, excluding utilities, is as follows. Apartments Average Rental Price (Unfurnished) 1-bedroom: $550-750 2-bedroom: $600-850 3-bedroom: $800-1100

Single Family Dwellings 2-bedroom: $575-782 3-bedroom: $975-1400 4-bedroom: $1200-1500

Council Bluffs (Iowa), Plattsmouth, and South Omaha (Nebraska) are located within a 15-20 minute drive from the base. Rentals in these areas range from $550 to $1500 per month, plus utilities. There is an abundance of new home construction throughout the Metropolitan Omaha Area. The approximate average sale price of a home within a 15-mile radius of Offutt AFB (mostly Sarpy County) varies according to location, amenities, and individual desires. The below information, not all inclusive, represents three- and four-bedroom home sales, as reported by the Sarpy County Assessor’s Office, sold for a specific period. Location Average Prices Bellevue East: $136,000 - $154,000 Bellevue West: $166,000 - $220,000 Gretna: $189,000 - $245,000 LaVista: $161,000 - $257,000 Millard: $156,000 - $254,000 Papillion: $181,000 - $245,000 Springfield: $157,000 Automated Housing Referral Network The Automated Housing Referral Network (https:// www.ahrn.com) is sponsored by the Department of Defense and is designed to improve the process of securing available housing for relocating military members and their families. AHRN.com encompasses off-base rentals, on-base military rentals, short-term rentals, roommates wanted and military For Sale by Owner listings. 22

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Moving with TRICARE Your TRICARE coverage is completely portable — meaning it moves with you. You’re covered worldwide — both in transit to your new duty location and once you arrive — but depending on where you go you may use a different TRICARE health plan option. Additionally, you may have different steps depending on which health plan option you are using now. For more information, visit www.tricare.mil.

website for a list of providers. Remember, if you see network providers, you’ll be using the Extra option and pay lower cost shares. Outside of the U.S.: Contact your TRICARE Service Center for help locating a qualified host nation provider. The TRICARE Extra option is not available in overseas areas. If you move to a new region, you’ll have a new claims address for submitting your TRICARE claims. Learn your new region’s prior authorization requirements because these requirements can differ by region.

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The TRICARE Prime options include TRICARE Prime and TRICARE Prime Remote in the United States, and TRICARE Prime Overseas and TRICARE Global Remote Overseas in regions outside of the United States. Follow these simple steps to ensure you have no break in coverage when you move. Do not unenroll from your TRICARE Prime option before you move. Once you arrive at your new location, update your personal information in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) immediately. Select a new primary care manager (PCM) when moving within the same region or submit a new Prime enrollment form within 30 days if you’re moving to a new region. Where you are moving will determine which Prime option you will enroll in. If you move to a new Prime service area, transfer your enrollment by submitting a TRICARE Prime Enrollment and PCM Change Form to your regional contractor. Be sure to include all family members on the form who wish to use Prime.

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When Using TRICARE Standard and Extra TRICARE Standard and Extra are available to family members only. Active duty service members are required to enroll in one of the Prime options described above. TRICARE Standard and Extra are available throughout the United States and enrollment is not required. Any active duty family member who is registered in DEERS may use these programs by seeing any network or non-network providers that are authorized by TRICARE. In areas outside of the United States, active duty family members who don’t want to use a Prime option may use TRICARE Standard Overseas by seeing a qualified host nation provider. If you’re already using TRICARE Standard and Extra, moving is easy. Once you arrive at your new location, update your personal information in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) immediately. Then, find TRICAREauthorized providers in your new area. Here are a few things to remember about using TRICARE Standard and Extra in a new region: In the U.S.: Visit your new regional contractor’s

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The mail-order option is not recommended for a prescription you need right away, but if you’ll be traveling for a long time, you can arrange for any regular prescriptions to be filled via the mail-order pharmacy. Limited Overseas Pharmacy Coverage TRICARE network pharmacies are only located in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands. You can have prescriptions filled at host-nation pharmacies, if necessary. Host-nation pharmacies are treated the same as non-network pharmacies. If you have prescriptions filled at a host-nation pharmacy, you should expect to pay for the total amount up front and file a claim with Wisconsin Physicians Service for partial reimbursement. To use the mail-order pharmacy overseas, the prescription must be from a U.S. licensed provider and you must have an APO or FPO address. To learn more about pharmacy claims, visit the TRICARE website at www.tricareonline.com.

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The Exchange offers a wide range of goods and services for military people and their families. Offutt Exchange contains a flower shop, gift shop, health supplements store, optical shop, barber shop and food court. The Exchange also operates a Military Clothing store, beauty shop, laundry/dry cleaner and an alterations tailor shop. For specific facility hours, visit www.shopmyexchange.com.

The 55th Wing Public Affairs office provides current news and events. Visit www.offutt.af.mil for more information. The Offutt E-News, an electronic newsletter featuring command directed information, is distributed to all Team Offutt users via e-mail three times a week. To submit information for publication in the E-News, email news@offutt.af.mil. The public affairs office also acts as an interface between the base and the community. Public affairs is responsible for all news media interaction, base tours, the base speakers’ bureau and other community relations programs. The staff can be reached at (402) 294-3663.

Burger King Burger King is located in the Offutt Mini Mall on Garland Boulevard. It offers Burger King’s standard fare of breakfast sandwiches and biscuits, hamburgers, specialty sandwiches, salads, ice cream and other side items.

Commissary The commissary stocks more than 13,000 grocery items and offers 18 checkout lanes. Complete in-store bakery and deli are also available. The hours are: Monday, closed; Tuesday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call (402) 294-6784 or visit www.commissaries.com.

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Exchange Food Court The Food Court, located in the Exchange Mall, offers a variety of fast-food choices, including Taco Bell, Popeye’s, Anthony’s Pizza, Charley’s Steakery and Starbucks.

Red Cross The American Red Cross provides worldwide emergency communications in the event of a critical accident, illness, death or birth in a service member’s immediate family. The Red Cross will verify the situation and relay an emergency leave request, if necessary, to the proper military authorities. This service is available by calling (888) 737-4306. At Offutt, the Red Cross provides health and safety classes and volunteer opportunities for CPR and first aid instructors, hospital services, disaster services, blood services and youth programs. The Red Cross periodically sets up a mobile blood bank at Offutt for those interested in donating. Call (402) 232-5663 for more information. The American Red Cross office is located in Building C, Room 108; phone (402) 294-5032.

RV Storage Offutt RV storage lot is located near the AAFES Wherry Shoppette on the north side of the base. The lot has 380 8-, 20- and 25-foot spots and 88 26- to 40-foot spots. The lot has a keyless entry pad for 24-hour access. Vacancies are limited. For more information, call (402) 294-2167.

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Military Clothing Sales Store The Offutt Military Clothing Store located in the Exchange Mall, stocks issue and commercial military items as well as other military related merchandise. For current hours, visit www.shopmyexchange.com.

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55th Force Support Squadron For the latest information and facility hours for the programs below, visit the 55th Force Support Squadron online at www.offutt55fss.com.

Aero Club The Offutt Aero Club, named the Curtis E. LeMay Flight Training Center, was the first flying club in the armed forces. The club provides aircraft rental and a Federal Aviation Administration-approved school for private pilots through Airline Transport Pilot certification. The club has several aircraft, ranging from basic single engine types to multiengine. Nearly all aircraft are certified for instrument flying. Several FAA-certified flight instructors are available and flight instruction is tailored to meet the needs of the members. Temporary duty and shift-work schedules can be accommodated. The Aero Club stocks pilot supplies at a discount for members. For more information, call (402) 294-3385.

Airman & Family Readiness Center The Airman & Family Readiness Center is committed to assisting commanders, active-duty military, guard and reserve personnel, eligible for family members and DOD civilian employees with managing the competing demands of the military mission and family. The center provides a wide array of comprehensive serves including family life issues, personal financial assistance, deployment support, transition assistance, employment, relocation, information and referral and crisis management. The Airman & Family Readiness Center works closely with the Air Force Aid Society, Navy Relief Society and Army Relief Services to provide emergency assistance to our personnel and their families. For more information, call (402) 294-4329.

Aquatics Offutt’s aquatic program is managed by Outdoor Recreation. Two outdoor swimming pools are open from May to September, on Memorial Day Weekend and closing on Labor Day. The Capehart Pool offers a children’s pool, complete changing facilities, locker rooms and a sun deck. The Base Pool, located south of General’s Row, provides changing facilities, locker rooms, and a sun deck. Swimming is available year round for indoor fitness swimming located in the Offutt Field House. For more information on aquatics, call (402) 294-4049.

Arts & Crafts Arts & Crafts Center is located at 101 Union Lane, Building 363.You will find a world of creative gift ideas, including shadowboxes, trophies and plaques. The center

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is available during normal duty hours, it can also be available 24 hrs a day. It is aimed at accommodating parents who work shifts, rotating shifts, alerts, weekends, extended duty, or who have a child requiring specialized care. Parents seeking a provider or anyone interested in becoming a FCC provider may call the Family Child Care Office at (402) 294 -9016, Monday thru Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Fitness and Sports Center The Offutt Field House provides base members with an outstanding fitness facility. This facility offers a lapswimming pool and coed sauna, four racquetball courts, three tennis courts, two multipurpose courts (basketball, volleyball) as well as one additional basketball court and an indoor soccer field, a running track that is .4 miles in length, and a wide variety of cardiovascular training equipment. It just recently created a large co-located free weight and resistance area, an aerobics room, a spin room as well as new basketball shoot out area and indoor driving ranges. Day lockers are plentiful and a play area for children is featured. The field house also has a juice bar for patrons to utilize and purchase their favorite energy drinks and smoothies. The

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field house also has a co-located HAWC to insure all your fitness needs are addressed. The fitness center offers incentive programs for all patrons to participate in. You can inquire at the customer service desk. Offutt also offers a four-diamond softball complex, which is also utilized for the intramural flag football season. For hours of operation or further information, call (402) 294-5413/5414. Intramural Sports The Offutt sports program offers basketball, softball, volleyball indoor soccer and flag football. If you are interested in participating in one of these sports, contact your unit sports representative or the intramural sports office at 294-5451 or 294-5413 at the Offutt Field House.

Flight Kitchen The Flight Kitchen provides numerous choices of nutritious, appetizing meals to passengers and crew of Air Force aircraft. To find out what is offered or to order flight or ground meals contact the Flight Kitchen team at 294-1104 or 294-1105.

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Information, Ticket & Travel The ITT office is located in with Outdoor Recreation – Equipment Rental on Union Lane. Tickets to local and regional attractions and select events can be purchased at discounted prices, as well as advance tickets for national theme parks like Walt Disney World. We are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. We are closed Sundays, Wednesday and holidays. For more information, contact us at (402) 294-4049.

Fort Crook House, are located near the Patriot Club. Fort Crook House, otherwise known as Quarters 13, is used for distinguished visitors and is located on General’s Row in the Fort Crook Historical District.

Lodging Welcome to Offutt’s Air Force Inns! We hope you will enjoy the attractions of Offutt AFB and the Omaha area. Rest assured you’ll be well taken care of during your stay — the staff wants it to be memorable and they are eagerly awaiting your requests. Visit www.offutt55fss.com/facilities/ lodging.html for more information.

Temporary Lodging Facilities Offutt’s Air Force Inns manages 30 temporary lodging units from Rising View, in the Capehart military housing area. Each unit has sleeping accommodations for 8 adults, 2 bath and shower, a fully furnished kitchen, washer and dryer in each house, telephone, free Wi-Fi, and cable television. Since the number of personnel making permanent change of station moves in or out can exceed the number of TLFs available, be sure to make reservations well ahead of your arrival especially during the peak transition months of May through October. Off-base temporary lodging is available; however, it can also be in limited supply during peak times.

Visitors Quarters Visitors of all ranks can enjoy comfortable accommodations in any one of the 133 rooms located in the three modern lodging facilities: O’Malley Inn, Malmstrom Inn, and the Fort Crook House. All facilities, except the

Reservations Reservations at Offutt’s Air Force Inns can be made up to 120 days in advance and prior to receiving PCS orders. Reservations must be reconfirmed three days prior to your arrival and will be canceled at 6 p.m. on the check-in date

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NAF Human Resources Office The Non-Appropriated Funds Human Resources Office offers full service employment services for all 55th Force Support Squadron activities. For more information, call (402) 294-2344.

Offutt Base Lake Recreation Area The Offutt Base Lake Recreation Area is located on 183 acres east of Offutt and the park is open year round. Facilities include a large indoor pavilion available for parties and special events, covered picnic shelters, 9-hole disc golf course, archery range, sand volleyball courts, basketball court, horseshoe pits, and playground equipment. There are 40 campsites with full utility hookups at the family camping area (FAMCAMP). The pavilion, picnic shelters, and FAMCAMP can be reserved through the Outdoor Recreation Office at 402-294-2108 April through early October. During the off season, FAMCAMP Campsites are first come-first serve with a self-registration drop box located on site. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish, but before you cast, ensure you comply with Nebraska fishing laws. Camping, fishing supplies and night crawlers available as well as Nebraska and Lake Offutt fishing permits. Relax and enjoy a beverage, ice cream treat, hot dog, and more on the deck overlooking beautiful Lake Offutt. Rent canoes, kayaks, jon boats, paddle boats, and mountain bikes.

Offutt Library The Thomas S. Power Library staff is dedicated to the information needs of the Offutt Community, wherever you are, whenever you need it. New digital resources – books, audio books, research services, language learning and more – are all available via the library’s website. Active duty families have extra services such as online tutoring available via Military OneSource. The library building houses over 60,000 books, DVDs, audio books, music and magazines ranging from bestsellers to highly technical subjects for mission support, as well as CLEP/Dantes testing support. The foreign language learning collection is the largest of any U.S. Air Force base library. The Professional Reading Society brings experienced leaders together with young professionals to discuss how current events and military history apply to today’s airmen. Children enjoy their own library area and special events such as the Summer Reading Program and Friday morning Story time. Over 25 computers offer free internet access, standard MS Office programs, scanners, CAC readers, research

capabilities, and free printing. Fax service, a copier and color printing are available for a fee. The library is located behind the BX next to the Satellite Pharmacy, on the south end of Custer Drive. For more information, call (402) 294-7506 or visit www.offuttbaselibrary.org.

Outdoor Recreation Outdoor Recreation oversees the Base Lake recreation area, aquatics, family camping area, outdoor adventure programs, Equipment Rental and Information, Tickets and Travel, while also offering many special events throughout the year. Outdoor On-Demand outings can be tailored to your organization or personal outings year round. We are located on Union Lane with Auto Hobby. We are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. We are closed Sundays, Wednesday and holidays. For more information, contact us at (402) 294-4049.

Patriot Club The Patriot Club serves as the hub and heart of Offutt’s military and social celebrations. The club caters to all ranks, retired military personnel, and their families and combines all operations. For lunch, a buffet and ala carte items are available Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Members receive discounts on all meal purchases and enjoy Members Only special events throughout the year. For special functions, the catering service offers a wide choice of menus and room arrangements. Rooms may be reserved for military, civic and personal special events. Duty uniform or casual dress may be worn in all areas of the club. The Patriot Club is located at 914 SAC Boulevard, across the street from U.S. Strategic Command Headquarters. For more information, call (402) 294-2268.

Peacekeeper Lanes Bowling Center The 20-lane bowling center, located on the ground floor of the Martin Bomber Building, offers league and open play. This popular center offers Xtreme Bowling and provides a snack bar with a full range of foods and beverages. Arrangements can be made for special functions and parties. For current price information or to make reservations, call (402) 294-2514.

Ronald L. King Dining Facility This first-class dining facility operation is located near the Airmen’s dormitories, serving more than 17,000 meals a month in support of the Air Force’s readiness and peacetime missions. The dining facility offers a cafeteria-style operation with a wide variety of menu items each day. The convenient location makes nutritious grab-and-go specialties easy for troops on the run. For more information, call (402) 294-3980. Offutt Air Force Base Newcomer’s Guide

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Willow Lakes Golf Course Willow Lakes Golf Course is a championship 18-hole layout designed by the famous Robert Trent Jones Sr. This challenging and picturesque course is located across the street from the Capehart housing area. The facility offers two practice putting greens, an outdoor driving range, club storage, full fleet of golf carts, lockers, club-fitting, golf instruction, and golf club rentals. In addition, the Willow Lakes Golf Shop offers a wide selection of the latest golf merchandise at very reasonable prices. Willow Lakes also features a grill offering breakfast and lunch on weekends and lunch on the weekdays. A special function area can also be reserved for meetings, retirements and farewells, etc. For Willow Lakes tee times, private lessons or more information, call the golf shop at (402) 294-3530 or (402) 292-1680.

Youth Programs Offutt’s Youth Programs offers sports, classes, social events, school-age programs, summer camps, specialty camps, peer counseling, and relocation/transition support for children ages 5 – 18 years old. Parents must register their children and pay an annual $30 Membership Fee. The year-round sports program includes soccer, baseball, flagfootball, basketball. Classes are also offered in gymnastics, tap, ballet, jazz, martial arts. Youth Programs and the Youth Center (Bldg 5085) are located by the Army and Air Force Exchange Service Shoppette in Capehart Housing. For more information, call (402) 294-5152.

Exceptional Family Member Program Process Exceptional Family Member Program is offered through the 55th Medical Group in cooperation with the Airman and Family Readiness Center. Representatives assure a smooth flow for people moving to Offutt by providing counseling, referral, resource information and liaison with on- and off-base agencies to military families with special needs members. For more information, call (402)294-5102 or 294-3549 for the EFMP Coordinator. The Offutt Airman and Family Readiness Center is committed to assisting commanders, active duty military, guard and reserve personnel, eligible family members and DoD civilian employees manage the competing demands of the military mission and family and enhance community readiness. The center provides a wide array of comprehensive services including family life issues, personal financial assistance, deployment support, transition assistance, employment, relocation, information and referral and crisis management. The Airman and Family Readiness Center works closely with the Air Force Aid Society, Navy Relief Society and Army Relief Services to provide emergency assistance to our personnel and their families. For more information on available services, call (402) 294-4329.

Other Services and Facilities Chapel Services Offutt AFB offers religious programs in two nondenominational chapels. The SAC Memorial Chapel is located next to the parade grounds in the Fort Crook Historical District, and the Capehart Chapel is across the street from Ehrling Bergquist Clinic on 25th Street and Capehart Road. Both chapels offer a myriad of faith-group activities designed by chaplains and congregations to meet people’s spiritual and personal needs. Regarding daily unit care, the chapel operates an Airmen’s Ministry Center, known as “The Connection” within the Tuskegee dormitory (3rd floor), with focused ‘Comprehensive Airmen Fitness’ ministry programs and events designed for Offutt’s junior enlisted. Additionally, the chapel operates a Marriage & Family Ministry Center within building #53 (in close proximity to the SAC Chapel) with a full spectrum of educational and restorative programs and services focused on marriage and family needs. Special schedules are announced in the ENEWS and chapel parish bulletins. Information is also available by calling (402) 294-6244. 36

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Air Force Sergeants’ Association

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The Air Force Sergeants’ Association is a professional organization representing active duty, retiree, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve enlisted members. Its primary purpose is to provide a voice to government leaders in an effort to improve the quality of life, on and off duty, for enlisted people. The chapter provides opportunities for members to become involved in the on- and off-base communities. Key events include the annual POW/MIA Recognition Day Luncheon and the Thanksgiving Food Basket Program.

The Company Grade Officers’ Council provides a forum for company grade officers to get involved in base and community activities, meet other officers and share ideas. The council sponsors the annual Stars and Bars Dining Out, Santa’s in Blue, Adopt-a-Highway and other community programs, professional development seminars and various social events.

Air Force Association The Ak-Sar-Ben Chapter of the Air Force Association has approximately 1,700 members. The chapter supports the goals of the national organization and is active in the Omaha, Offutt and Bellevue communities. Major projects include annual recognition programs like the Storz’ Awards, recognizing the achievements of an outstanding Offutt junior officer, mid-tier enlisted member, junior-tier enlisted member and civilian employee, and scholarship programs for qualified Air Force Junior and Senior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets. AFA events include an annual Air Force birthday ball, a charity golf tournament and monthly visits to the local veteran’s hospital. People interested in joining the AFA should contact a unit sponsor, first sergeant or the command chief master sergeant.

Airmen Against Drunk Driving This program is run by Airmen for Airmen. Volunteer drivers provide free rides to Airmen who may have consumed too much alcohol on Fridays, Saturdays, holidays and down days from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.; and Sundays through Thursdays from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. It is intended to be a back-up plan when your primary plan fails. Drivers take Airmen from any establishment to their home. To arrange a ride, call (402) 659-2233.

Base Advisory Council Comprised of unit advisory council representatives at the organization and squadron levels, the advisory council addresses the concerns of all military members, regardless of rank. The group helps commanders work issues that affect their people; modifies programs, policies, and directives; and explores potential improvements to duty areas, living quarters, services and recreational facilities. The advisory council system is not a substitute for the chain of command, nor is it a way to solve individual gripes.

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Elite-Four Airmen’s Council The Airmen’s Advisory Council provides a platform for airmen basic through senior airmen to express their concerns to senior leadership and to become actively involved within their communities on and off base. The council is chaired by the 55th Wing command chief master sergeant, who provides command-level information on topics of interest to the enlisted community. To get involved in this program, contact your first sergeant.

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The purpose of the “5/6” Network is to enhance and maintain the camaraderie, esprit de corps and prestige of the junior non-commissioned officer, while promoting a spirit of unity and honor among all enlisted members, regardless of unit of assignment or branch of service. They are collectively and individually role models for the development and mentorship of enlisted personnel and an interim level of service, professionalism and development toward the senior NCO tier.

The Officers’ Spouses Club organizes and sponsors educational, charitable, cultural and social activities for its members, as well as providing a venue for people to meet one another. Membership in the club is voluntary and includes active, associate, social and honorary members.

Offutt Enlisted Spouses Club The Offutt Enlisted Spouses Club is dedicated to making living at Offutt and the surrounding communities the best it can be. The club supports local communities by sponsoring and awarding annual college scholarships to local military affiliated high school students, hosting an annual Children’s Winter Wonderland Holiday Breakfast and participating in numerous charitable activities. The club is open to all enlisted spouses, active duty and retired.

Top Three The Offutt Top 3 Association promotes active communication, professionalism, responsibility, prestige, camaraderie, and esprit de corps among the senior enlisted corps. We actively support the entire Offutt population through professional development, information flow, community service and morale building activities. We work as a group to ensure senior leadership is aware of the enlisted force’s feelings and concerns, and strive to positively influence personnel-related policy decisions. Here is a list of activities we are involved in: ALS Classroom Sponsorship, Enlisted Dining Out, SNCO Induction Ceremony, Master Sgt. Promotion Party, NCO Professional Enhancement Seminar, Top 3 Scholarship, Anti-DUI activities, Right Start Information Fair and a Highway Clean-up.

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The 55th Wing is the largest wing in Air Combat Command. Operating on four continents, the wing supports seven diverse flying missions. The Fightin’ Fifty-Fifth provides global reconnaissance, real-time intelligence gathering, command and control, information warfare, electronic attack, treaty verification and combat support to national leadership and war fighting commanders.

55th Communications Group The 55th Communications Group provides superior Command, Control, Communications, and Computers and knowledge management services for the 55th Wing, USSTRATCOM, the Air Force Weather Agency, and more than 47 tenant units at Offutt AFB, as well as cyber operations support for numerous Air Force and Department of Defense installations and missions. The group is comprised of more than 450 military, DoD civilian and contractor personnel that operate and maintain the Air Force’s most diverse array of cyber systems to include military satellite communications platforms, secure and non-secure voice, data

and radio frequency networks, one-of-a-kind air traffic control and landing systems, hundreds of miles of fiber optic and copper cabling, as well as providing base-wide client systems, information assurance and knowledge operations services. The communications group also provides unprecedented Nuclear Command and Control and Alternate Missile Warning Center capabilities 24/7 for the Secretary of Defense and the President of the United States. The group currently consists of two squadrons: the 55th Communications Squadron and the 55th Strategic Communications Squadron. The 55th Communications Group traces its history back to 1946 with the creation of the Strategic Air Command at Andrews AFB, Md. Originally named the 30th Communications Squadron, the unit moved with the Strategic Air Command to Offutt AFB in 1948 and became the 1st Aerospace Communications Group. In 1993 the unit was redesignated as the 55th Communications Group following Air Force reorganization. Since its inception as the 30th Communications Squadron, the organization has been awarded 13 Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards and one Meritorious Unit Award.

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55th Maintenance Group The 55th Maintenance Group’s 1,100 personnel are proud to be combat enablers, maintaining 29 combat ready C-135s and four E-4B aircraft. The group executes an annual budget of $20 million and a 20,000-hour flying program to respond to Joint Chiefs of Staff-directed taskings, providing critical reconnaissance worldwide; develop maintenance plans to support Airborne Command Post and National Airborne Operations Center missions; and support five geographically separated units. 55th Maintenance Operations Squadron The 55th Maintenance Operations Squadron maintains combat readiness on 33 low-supply, high-demand aircraft, consisting of four E-4Bs and 29 C-135 derivative aircraft, by directing maintenance scheduling and analysis programs. The unit manages all base mission capable assets while maintaining the Maintenance Operations Center. Unit members manage deployment readiness and maintenance training, including formal, ancillary and on-the-job training for the maintenance group’s 1,100 airmen. The unit also provides manpower, engine and facilities management, as well as computer network systems support.

55th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron The 55th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron is the only U.S. Air Force squadron maintaining 33 RC-135S/U/V/W Rivet Joint/Cobra Ball/Combat Sent, OC-135B Open Skies, WC-135W Constant Phoenix and E-4B National Airborne Operations Center aircraft, valued at more than $11.6 billion. The unit manages an annual budget of $11.6 million and generates 4,500 sorties a year, providing the world’s premier intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance and command and control capabilities. It includes 652 military and 109 contract maintainers in 19 Air Force Specialty Codes. 55th Maintenance Squadron The 55th Maintenance Squadron ensures combat-ready reconnaissance and command and control aircraft for Joint Chiefs of Staff-directed taskings. Unit members accomplish periodic inspection/repair for structural, pneudraulic, electro-environmental, fuels and avionic systems. They also maintain aerospace ground equipment and munitions, and support transient aircraft. The unit’s 309 military and civilian members manage an annual budget of $8.2 million.

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55th Medical Group The 55th Medical Group operates the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic, located near the Capehart military family housing area on 25th Street and Capehart Road. The clinic provides complete medical services for eligible beneficiaries enrolled in TRICARE Prime. All other categories of beneficiaries may be seen on a space-available basis.

55th Mission Support Group The mission of the 55th Mission Support Group is to provide vital support for Offutt AFB through engineering, security, mission support, services, supply, transportation, contracting and deployment readiness programs to more than 57,000 active duty, dependent and retiree personnel and to more than 50 associated units, including U.S. Strategic Command, Air Force Weather Agency, the National Airborne Operations Center and presidential-tasked global reconnaissance missions.

55th Operations Group With more than 3,000 Airmen, 12 squadrons and one detachment, the 55th Operations Group is the largest and most diverse operations group in the Air Force, flying all variants of the RC-135, OC-135, WC-135 and E-4B aircraft. The group operates these aircraft around the clock in every geographic command in support of the 55th’s global reconnaissance, contingency operations, treaty verification, National Command Authority support and command and control responsibilities. The group also supports the Federal Emergency Management Agency during times of natural disaster. Permanent overseas operating locations include RAF Mildenhall, England; Souda Bay Naval Support Activity, Crete and Kadena AB, Japan. The 55 OG also operates regularly from five temporary locations. 1st Airborne Command Control Squadron In conjunction with U.S. Strategic Command’s National Airborne Operations Center, the 1st Airborne Command Control Squadron provides the National Command Authority with a survivable command center from which they may make accurate decisions and transmit timely directions to U.S. military forces during all conditions of peace and war. The 1st ACCS traces its roots to the U.S. Army’s Company A, 2nd Balloon Squadron, established in 1917 at Fort Omaha, Neb., later to be consolidated with the Air Corps’ 1st Ferrying Squadron. The squadron at that time performed observation

duties over Southern California and France in World War I. During World War II, the 1st Ferrying Squadron flew aircraft from the factory to units overseas until it inactivated in April 1944. The 1st ACCS reactivated on July 1, 1969, and flew specially modified EC-135 aircraft in support of the National Emergency Airborne Command Post, supporting the president of the United States. In 1973, the 1st ACCS converted to modified Boeing 747s, called E-4As, and in 1984 the unit completed the switch to the E-4B aircraft - currently in use today. On July 29, 1994, the National Emergency Airborne Command Post changed its name to the National Airborne Operations Center. Today, the 1st ACCS continues to proudly support the president and the National Military Command System. 38th Reconnaissance Squadron The 38th represents electronic combat at its finest; providing 170 combat-ready aircrew and support personnel for seven RC-135W/V RIVET JOINT aircraft, the Air Force’s premier platform for providing real-time electronic intelligence to support the onscene battlefield commanders. The 38th formed in 1941 at Arlington, Ore., where training began prior to duty with the 55th Operations Group for missions over Europe during World War II. The 38th flew the P-38 Lightning and the P-51 Mustang. On March 4, 1944, they earned the nickname of the “Berlin Buzz Boys” for being the first American unit to fly over and strafe Berlin. Later the unit became better known as the “Hellcats” for their enormous success in inflicting damage to German rail and air facilities, not to mention numerous dogfight victories. Today, the RIVET JOINT deploys worldwide, conducting contingency operations and reconnaissance missions in the face of potential hostilities. The unique intelligence collected by the RIVET JOINT is vital to our national policy makers throughout the full spectrum of conflict. 343rd Reconnaissance Squadron The 343rd Reconnaissance Squadron represents electronic combat at its finest. It provides flight crews composed of pilots, navigators, electronic warfare officers, and airborne systems engineers for the RC-135W/V RIVET JOINT aircraft. The RJ is the Air Force’s premier platform providing real-time electronic intelligence to support on scene battlefield commanders. The RIVET JOINT deploys worldwide, conducting contingency operations and reconnaissance missions in the face of potential hostilities. The unique intelligence

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collected by the RIVET JOINT is vital to our national policy makers throughout the full spectrum of conflict. From its beginnings on Feb. 1, 1943, the 343rd has served at the front edge of worldwide events. Originally a fighter squadron, the members of the 343rd flew escort and strafing missions in P-51 Mustangs and P-38 Lightning fighters, providing escort for the bombers of the 8th Air Force over Germany and other European nations during World War II. In 1947, the 343rd turned in their guns for receivers, becoming a Strategic Reconnaissance Squadron, and assuming electronic warfare as their future mission. As part of Strategic Air Command, the 343rd flew the RB-29, RB-50, RB-47 and RC-135 to probe Soviet air defenses. The 343rd has also been involved in the liberation of Grenada and Panama, the 1986 Libyan raids, the Persian Gulf War, Operations Northern and Southern Watch, the Bosnia conflict, Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, Operation New Dawn, Operation Unified Protector and the on-going Global War on Terrorism. For almost 60 years, its vital missions have relied heavily on well-trained people who continue the tradition of excellence that has become the hallmark of the 343rd Reconnaissance Squadron 45th Reconnaissance Squadron Throughout its history, the 45th Reconnaissance Squadron has been one of the most colorful units in the Air Force, with a battle record composed of the great campaigns of three wars, and a peacetime record of vital contributions to world-wide reconnaissance, treaty monitoring and pilot proficiency training. Organized on Aug. 17, 1943, at Orlando Air Base, Fla., as the 423rd Night Fighter Squadron, the 423rd was redesignated the 155th Photographic Reconnaissance Squadron on June 22, 1944, and on Dec. 3, 1945, the 155th was redesignated the 45th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, Night Photographic. On July 1, 1994, the squadron was activated at Offutt as the 45th Reconnaissance Squadron, providing data for the National Command Authority, theater commanders and international treaty members. It is the most mission-diverse squadron in Air Combat Command. Squadron personnel fly world-wide reconnaissance and treaty missions on demand, often on extremely short notice.

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338th Combat Training Squadron The 338th Combat Training Squadron prepares crew members for 10 other squadrons to execute worldwide reconnaissance, treaty verification and command and control missions directed by the President, Secretary of Defense, Joint Chiefs of Staff, theater commanders and national intelligence agencies. The 338th CTS dates back to the 338th Fighter Squadron of the 55th Fighter Group in World War II. From bases in England, the 338th Fighter Squadron flew P-38s and P-51s over Europe, escorting bombers as well as bombing and strafing enemy airfields, railroads and military installations. The 338th Fighter Squadron became the 338th Strategic Reconnaissance Squadron after World War II, providing electronic and photographic intelligence to the 55th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing during the Cold War era. Projects included aerial surveillance of the Atlantic Ocean during the October 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis. The 338th was inactivated on Christmas day 1967 when Offutt accepted the RC-135 aircraft. In September 1999, the 338th Combat Training Squadron was activated and charged with performing the initial, difference, requalification and upgrade training for the largest and most diverse operations group in the Air Force. 55th Operations Support Squadron Formed on Sept. 1, 1991, the 55th Operations Support Squadron consists of more than 200 people providing a wide spectrum of support to the 55th Operations Group commander and 14 flying squadrons, including two Nebraska Air National Guard squadrons and one detachment, spanning the Pacific, European, Asian and continental United States theaters of operation. The squadron provides training and preparations support to deploy aircraft, aircrews and staff to direct actions for safe and effective nationally-tasked peacetime, contingency and combat flight operations worldwide. The squadron has one of the most diverse missions on base, serving as the focal point for consolidation of all aspects of RC-135 and E-4 operations and staff functions within the 55th Operations Group. These functions include: scheduling and documentation of all ground and flight training, pre-deployment training, current and forecast weather information to home station and deploying aircraft missions, airfield management, air traffic control and tower operations, combat crew communications support, aircrew flight equipment training and support, water and field survival, aircraft and aircrew combat tactics development, nuclear operations training and certification and foreign language learning.

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97th Intelligence Squadron The 97th Intelligence Squadron is the largest flying squadron in ACC and provides communications command and control, and communications countermeasures support to the U.S. and allied forces. The unit conducts defensive studies of U.S. communications while developing and applying techniques and materials designed to ensure communications are secure and protected from hostile countermeasures. In addition to their worldwide duties, personnel from the 97th Intelligence Squadron have maintained a permanent deployed presence in Southwest Asia for the past two decades. The 97th advises commanders concerning procedures and techniques that could be used to counter enemy command and control communications, and performs direction finding and range estimations in support of search and rescue operations. The 97th began on Aug. 20, 1917 at Kelly Field in San Antonio, Texas as the 97th Aero Squadron. In October 1917 the unit earned the nickname the “Fightin 97th” from their first sergeant after a near street brawl with the 99th Aero Squadron. Soon after this incident the unit departed for France to participate in operations in WWI. Following the war, the

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The 82nd RS provides direct threat warning to combatant commanders and collects, analyzes and reports intelligence vital to national foreign policy decision makers. The 82nd roots date prior to the start of World War II. Originally constituted as the 82nd Observation Squadron on June1, 1937, the squadron flew fighters, photographic and armed reconnaissance missions in the A-20, B-25, P-39 and P-40. Active throughout the Pacific theater, the unit saw action in New Guinea, the New Britain Islands and the Shouten island group. Re-equipped with the P-51 Mustang, the 82nd continued to support landing operations in Borneo and the Philippines. In August 1945, pilots from the 82nd flew pre- and poststrike reconnaissance missions over Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan. After a brief period of inactivation, the 82nd Strategic Reconnaissance Squadron reactivated in 1954 and flew the RF-61 and RF-84. The unit entered the Cold War in 1967 at Yokota Air Base, Japan and transitioned permanently in January 1968 to Kadena Air Base, Okinawa. From the latter part of 1967, reconnaissance sorties were flown by RC-135s in support of the Vietnam conflict. The 82nd routinely flew other Strategic Air Command reconnaissance missions as well,

performing peripheral reconnaissance missions over the Yellow Sea, East China Sea and Gulf of Tonkin. During the 1980s, Kadena became a forward operating base for RC-135 operations with the 376th Strategic Wing managing the operations, intelligence and maintenance functions. RC-135 aircraft and crews were deployed to Kadena from the 55th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing at Offutt. The 82nd Reconnaissance Squadron reactivated on Oct. 2, 1991 as a stand-alone unit at Kadena, operating first under the Strategic Air Command and now currently under Air Combat Command. 95th Reconnaissance Squadron (RAF Mildenhall, England) The 95th Reconnaissance Squadron supports RC-135, OC-135 and WC-135; and as an Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron has produced intelligence data vital to every combat and combat support operation in the theater to include Operations Provide Comfort, Provide Promise, Northern Watch, Southern Watch, Allied Force and Unified Protector. Stationed at RAF Mildenhall, England, the squadron traces its roots back to Aug. 20, 1917, as the 95th Aero Squadron. Activated during

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World War I, the unit served briefly at Kelly Field, Texas, before moving to France where it flew a combination of Nieuport 28 and Spad XIII biplanes and earned honors as the first squadron to fly combat missions. It was during this period that the 95th adopted the emblem of the kicking mule on a blue surround to mark their aircraft. The blue represented the unit’s arena of operations, while the kicking mule symbolized the unit’s striking power, “swift and accurate.” During the inter-war period, the 95th was moved, redesignated, and inactivated several times before becoming the 95th Bombardment Squadron in 1939. Flying B-18 Bolos and B-23 Dragons, the unit again led the charge when on the eve of WWII they were credited with sinking the first Japanese submarine off the coast of Oregon. The 95th made great contributions in North Africa and throughout the European Theater after the start of WWII flying the B-26 Marauder in bombing missions against the Germans. The squadron’s greatest WWII legacy however, came from the Pacific Theater where the 95th BS made up six of 16 crews in the Doolittle Raid. During the Korean War, the 95th flew combat from bases in Korea and Japan and was equipped with B-26 Invaders. The unit flew night intruder missions against communist troops throughout the war and transitioned to B-66s before inactivating in 1958. Reactivated in 1982 as the 95th Reconnaissance Squadron at RAF Alconbury, England, the unit flew the U-2 on politically sensitive missions throughout the years. The 95th flew combat operations in Iraq in 1991 before being inactivated in 1993. This squadron reactivated once again in 1994, replacing the existing 922nd Reconnaissance Squadron, and was assigned to the 55th Wing to operate the RC-135 aircraft throughout Europe. The men and women of the 95th RS are poised to respond to missions worldwide and the squadron remains one of the Air Force’s oldest and most decorated squadrons still in existence. Detachment 1, 95th Reconnaissance Squadron (Souda Bay, Greece) Detachment 1, 95th Reconnaissance Squadron, conducts reconnaissance and air refueling operations throughout the Mediterranean, Middle East and African theaters in one of the most strategically critical missions flown today. The squadron ensures that sensitive missions are completed within the treaty limits imposed between the United States and Hellenic governments. As such, Det. 1 is the focal point for flight operations in the Southern European Command region. As part of the 95th Reconnaissance Squadron at RAF Mildenhall, England, Det. 1 is organized under a “deployed concept” operation. An expeditionary squadron is stood up

when 95th staff, maintenance and logistics support personnel flow in to augment the cadre of permanent party personnel actually stationed at Souda Bay, Greece. Recently, Det. 1 supported the initial flow and force bed down for over 735 U.S. Air Force personnel and 14 electronic combat and combat support aircraft tasked with conducting combat operations supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom. Det. 1, 95th Reconnaissance Squadron has distinguished itself as the point of the spear for the 55th Wing’s Mediterranean commitments. 390th Intelligence Squadron (Kadena AB, Japan) The 6990th Security Squadron was activated at Kadena AB, Japan, on July 15, 1967, by Maj. Gen. (then Lt. Col.) Doyle E. Larson. At that time, it was part of the 6992nd Security Wing based at Clark AB, Republic of the Philippines, with operational control vested in the Pacific Security Region, which eventually became the Pacific Electronic Security Division. The unit’s first mission was to provide RC-135 direct support to COMBAT APPLE operations in Southeast Asia. In September 1971, the unit was redesignated the 6990th Security Group to cope with its expanding cryptologic role in the Vietnam War. In July 1975, with the combat support missions ending and its responsibilities significantly reduced, the unit was again designated a squadron. When the U.S. Air Force Security Service became the Electronic Security Command in August 1979, the 6990th was renamed the 6990th Electronic Security Squadron. The reorganization expanded the command’s and unit’s operational mission to include the use of electronic warfare capabilities for both offensive and defensive combat operations in support of Air Force command, control and countermeasures. During this period, the unit became the workhorse for the command’s airborne operations. This increased responsibility once again elevated the unit to group status on May 1, 1980. On April 1, 1990, after restructuring the unit’s taskings, the 6990th was again designated a squadron. On Oct. 1, 1993, the 6990th Electronic Security Squadron was redesignated the 390th Intelligence Squadron. Almost a year later, the squadron was assigned the additional mission of providing direct support operations to Air Force Special Operations Command aircrews assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Group. In February 2001, the Air Intelligence Agency and its subordinate units were realigned under 8th Air Force and Air Combat Command. On Oct. 1, 2002, the unit was realigned under the 55th Wing. Currently the unit has 138 personnel assigned and is tasked to support the U.S. Pacific Command and the U.S. Central Command. Offutt Air Force Base Newcomer’s Guide

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488th Intelligence Squadron The 488th Intelligence Squadron operates the RC-135 RIVET JOINT and is responsible for a variety of missions supporting tactical forces, regional commanders and national priorities around the globe. The “Bats” of the 488th IS trace their airborne reconnaissance lineage back more than 50 years to two security squadron detachments - one in Japan and the other in the United Kingdom. The Japan-based unit was formed in 1955 and activated as Detachment 1, 6924th Radio Squadron (Mobile), at Yokota AB. The unit conducted reconnaissance missions against the former Soviet Union and North Korea in modified bomber aircraft known as RB-50s. This is also when the unit’s bat symbol originated, a term used by front-enders of the RB-50 to describe the dark, cave-like existence of the airmen in the back of the aircraft. The seven rays of sun on the unit’s patch represent the seven Bats who died in a crash during the unit’s first RB-50 mission from Japan. The unit was re-designated Operating Location 1, 6988th Security Flight in 1958; it subsequently became the 6988th Radio Squadron (Mobile), and was deactivated in 1972.

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The United Kingdom heritage of the 488th began with the 6954th Security Squadron, originally designated Detachment 1, 6985 SS at RAF Upper Heyford in 1967. The unit moved to RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom, in 1970, where it resides today. In 1980, the unit was redesignated as the 6988th Electronic Security Squadron to honor the Japan-based reconnaissance unit. In 1993, the squadron was redesignated the 488th IS. In 2002, the 488th was realigned to the 67th Information Operations Wing under the 55th Wing at Offutt AFB.

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55th Electronic Combat Group The 55th Electronic Combat Group, located at Davis-Monthan AFB, Ariz., provides combat-ready EC-130H COMPASS CALL aircraft, aircrews and maintainers to combatant commanders. The squadron also plans and executes information operations, including electronic attack, in support of theater campaign plans. 755th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron The 755th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron provides war-fighting commanders with combat-ready EC-130H COMPASS CALL aircraft to execute information operations. The unit plans and executes all equipment maintenance actions for 14 EC-130H and one TC-130H aircraft including launch, recovery, scheduled inspections, servicing and component replacement. Additionally, the 755th AMXS conducts maintenance training, aircrew debriefing and supply functions.

755th Operations Support Squadron The 755th Operations Support Squadron supports 55th ECG worldwide combat missions and contingency taskings. The squadron directs operational support functions, including plans, exercises, aircrew flight-equipment, cryptologic training, ECG scheduling and weapons and tactics for four EC-130H COMPASS CALL squadrons. The unit performs information analysis, targeting and intelligence activities. 41st Electronic Combat Squadron The 41st ECS provides war-fighting commanders with combat-ready EC-130H COMPASS CALL aircraft and aircrews trained to execute electronic attack and information warfare strategy. The squadron conducts operations designed to degrade the transfer of information essential to command and control of enemy weapons systems and other resources. To ensure the unit’s ability to carry out its wartime mission, the 41st ECS also conducts mission qualification training for EC-130H flight crews, mission crews and support personnel.

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42nd Electronic Combat Squadron The 42nd Electronic Combat Squadron is the sole Electronic Attack Formal Flight Training Unit in the Air Force that provides the 55th ECG with initial mission and upgrade qualified EC-130H COMPASS CALL professional aviators. Over 185 students are trained annually in nine aircrew positions and 22 Air Combat Command approved syllabi. Additionally, the 42nd ECS supplements the 55th ECG with combat ready aircrews to meet war-fighting commander requirements and provides COMPASS CALL mission crew simulator support for both continuation and initial qualification training. 43rd Electronic Combat Squadron The 43rd ECS provides war-fighting commanders with combat ready EC-130H Compass Call aircraft and aircrews trained to execute combat information warfare operations. The squadron conducts operations to degrade the transfer of information essential to enemy weapon systems and battlefield resource command and control. The squadron also performs mission qualification training for EC-130H flight crews, mission crews, maintenance and support personnel.

170th Group, Nebraska Air National Guard Activated on June 26, 2007, the 170th Group administratively organizes Nebraska ANG members assigned to Offutt under the Offutt AFB Future Total Force Initiative. The 170th evolved from Detachment 1, Headquarters Nebraska ANG established in June 2002. Under this initiative, highly qualified ANG instructor aircrew integrate into the 338th Combat Training Squadron to provide initial qualification, re-qualification and upgrade training to active duty and ANG aircrew members. Within the 170th Group, these instructors are part of the Nebraska ANG’s 238th Combat Training Squadron. Likewise, experienced ANG personnel integrate into various sections within the 55th Operations Support Squadron to increase their capability to support the global operations of the 55th Wing. These functional areas include requirements, weapons and tactics, intelligence, base operations, weather and aviation resource management. Within the 170th Group, ANG members are part of the NE ANG’s 170th Operations Support Squadron. Overall, the 170th Group consists of 80 authorized personnel, to include 35 full-time and 45 traditional, or parttime, ANG members.

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United States Strategic Command U.S. Strategic Command is one of nine unified Combatant Commands of the Department of Defense. Including components, the Command employs more than 4,100 people, representing all four Services, Department of Defense civilians and contractors, who oversee the Command’s operationally focused global strategic mission. A functional combatant command with trans-regional areas of responsibility, USSTRATCOM has evolved from a narrow focus on nuclear war-planning to an integrated portfolio of dynamic strategic capabilities to successfully redefine global deterrence and confront the full range of national security challenges with timely, effective and precision effects.

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JFCC - Integrated Missile Defense (JFCC-IMD) Schriever AFB, Colo. — Is constantly monitoring for any missile activity or threat against the United States and its allies. In the event of an attack, IMD plans and coordinates the necessary actions to counter the threat. JFCC - Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (JFCC-ISR) Bolling AFB, Washington, D.C. — Identifies and recommends appropriate resources to meet high priority intelligence requirements. Essentially, ISR helps ensure the best use of resources to provide decision makers and troops with crucial information when and where they need. USSTRATCOM Center for Combating Weapons of Mass Destruction (SCC-WMD) Fort Belvoir, Va. — Provides the Defense Department with expertise in contingency and crisis planning to interdict and eliminate the proliferation or use of Weapons of Mass Destruction.

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Offutt History For more than a century, Offutt AFB has played a key role in American military history. From its beginnings as Fort Crook in the late 1800s, Offutt has adapted to the defense needs of the United States. The historical significance of Offutt is a source of pride for military and community members alike. Offutt’s great heritage began with the construction of Fort Crook between 1894 and 1896, some 10 miles south of Omaha and two miles west of the Missouri River. The fort’s namesake was Maj. Gen. George Crook, a renowned Indian fighter and Civil War hero. Many of the original buildings constructed on the post before 1900, including the confinement facility and various enlisted and officers quarters, are still in use today. The 61st Balloon Company became the first air unit to command the post on Sept. 10, 1918. In the spring of 1921, the plowing, leveling and seeding of 260 acres of land at Fort Crook created an airfield suitable for frequent takeoffs and landings, and a refueling point for military and air mail aircraft on cross-country flights. The airfield portion of Fort Crook was designated Offutt Field on May 10, 1924, in honor of 1st Lt. Jarvis J. Offutt.

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Killed while flying with the Royal Air Force in France, Lt. Offutt was Omaha’s first World War I air casualty. In 1940, as American involvement in World War II loomed, the Army Air Corps chose Fort Crook as the site for a new bomber plant. The plant’s construction included two mile-long concrete runways, six large hangars and a huge 1.7-million sq. ft. aircraft-assembly building. The Glenn L. Martin Company began producing bombers here in January 1942, with the plant reaching full-scale production June 8, 1942. A total of 531 B-29 Superfortresses and 1,585 B-26 Marauders were built at the Martin-Nebraska bomber plant before the end of World War II. These aircraft included the Enola Gay and Bock’s Car, the two B-29s that dropped the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan. Production ended on Sept. 18, 1945, when the last B-29 rolled out of the assembly building. In June 1946, the Army Air Force re-designated Fort Crook and the Martin-Nebraska facilities as Offutt Field. Just 18 months later, on Jan. 13, 1948, Offutt Field transferred to the new Department of the Air Force and became Offutt Air Force Base. Later that same year, on Sept. 26, the 3902nd Air Base Wing became the host unit at Offutt. At one minute past midnight, Nov. 9, 1948, Offutt gained international prominence when it became the host base for Headquarters Strategic Air Command. Air Force Secretary Stuart Symington chose to locate the headquarters for the Air Force’s crucial long-range atomic strike force at Offutt primarily because the base was centrally located on the North American continent, placing it well beyond the existing range of potentially hostile bombers or missiles. The old frontier fort underwent startling changes in the Cold War years that followed. Operations at Offutt included the basing of alert air refueling tankers in the late 1950s and 1960s and support for intercontinental ballistic missile sites in Nebraska and Iowa in the 1960s. Further enhancing Offutt’s role as a center of military importance, were establishment of the Joint Strategic Target Planning Staff here in 1960, posting the Looking Glass airborne command post here in 1961, activation of Air Force Global Weather Central in 1969, and arrival of the National Emergency Airborne Command Post mission in 1977. Offutt’s population and facilities grew dramatically to keep pace with increased operational demands. Several new dormitories and more than 2,000 family housing units — built in the late 1950s and 1960s quickly replaced the old quarters of Fort Crook. Headquarters SAC moved from the Martin-Nebraska complex to Building 500 in 1957, and new base facilities in the 1960s and 1970s included a hospital, main exchange, commissary and library.

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Increased defense spending in the 1980s brought additional operational improvements, including the wing’s special operations building, the Bennie L. Davis Aircraft Maintenance Complex, and a new underground command center for SAC. On Sept. 1, 1991, the 55th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing became the 55th Wing to better reflect its diverse mission. Shortly thereafter Offutt again faced monumental changes in 1992 when the easing of world tensions allowed the United States to reorganize its Air Force. The Strategic Air Command was disestablished June 1, 1992, and a new, unified command called U.S. Strategic Command was established. With this historic change, the operational control of Offutt became the responsibility of Air Combat Command, another of the Air Force’s new commands. In 2002, the Department of Defense announced the merger of U.S. Strategic Command with U.S. Space Command. The new U.S. Strategic Command is a global integrator charged with the missions of space operations; information operations; integrated missile defense; global command and control; intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance; global strike; and strategic deterrence.

The 55th Wing continues to lead the fight by providing dominant Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance; electronic attack; command and control; and precision awareness to national leadership and warfighters across the spectrum of conflict – any time, any place. It is the largest wing in ACC and has been continuously deployed to the Middle East for more than 22 years going back to the onset of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The 55th Wing commemorated a combat airpower milestone in January 2007. It reached 6,000 continuous days of deployed service in the Southwest Asia area of responsibility. Deployed since the onset of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, the men and women of the 55th Wing are continuing that service on a daily basis in the Global War on Terror. This former Army outpost, once hard pressed to support a few hundred soldiers, is in its second century of service, its resources and facilities accommodating a combined military and civilian work force of more than 10,000 and supporting nearly 30,000 family members and retirees.

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Papillion-La Vista Public Schools The Papillion-La Vista School District’s mission is “to prepare all students to be productive responsible citizens in a changing society through superior educational programs in a safe and supportive environment.” The school district recognizes the needs of its children, whether by giving a child with extraordinary gifts and talents opportunities through the High Ability Learning program, helping students with disabilities or who require assistance going from the school to work worlds a chance to succeed through the Special Education and Young Adult Transition programs, or helping pre-school age children with developmental delays get on the right track through Early Childhood Services. PLSD, serving the communities of Papillion and La Vista, has three high schools – Papillion-La Vista, Papillion- La Vista South and the Alternative High School program (IDEAL). Two junior high schools – Papillion and La Vista – prepare students for high school. Fourteen elementary schools are the beginning of the children’s learning. Students at all of the schools undergo more rigorous testing than the state’s standard. PLSD writes its own assessments, which are more than multiple-choice tests. Students must perform skills, such as reading or completing a math problem, under the district’s assessments. Staff members at PLSD believe the high standard of testing improves student learning, according to the district’s Web site. Students in all age ranges are immersed in the community through the School Business Partnership, Cooperation BEST program. According to the Web site, “Cooperation BEST businesses and organizations are paired with schools or educational programs to assist in preparing our students for tomorrow. Partnerships are on going, dynamic relationships that must be mutually beneficial for the school and the business.” PLSD also participates in the TeamMates program, which encourages students to further their education after high

school. Youth meet with a volunteer adult mentor one hour a week. Through staff and community members, students at PLSD are given a chance to succeed. “At Papillion-La Vista Schools, a strong team of staff, parents and community members are all committed to making a difference in the lives of each student,” said Superintendent Rick Black.

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There are 20 schools in the district, including a new elementary school in its inaugural year – Bellevue Elementary School in the Lakewood Villages subdivision. In the classroom, BPS is sure to keep up with the latest technology. Last year, the three middle schools all used new devices called “clickers” to increase student achievement. They give teachers immediate feedback about what the students need work on, the clickers can cut down on the amount of work teachers are taking home with them, since the system collects the answers and grades them. The district purchased almost 1,500 of the clickers two summers ago for $98,750. For now, smaller elementary schools like Bertha Barber and Central get 25 clickers, bigger ones have 50, the largest elementary schools like Fairview have 75, middle schools each have 120 and the high schools have 150. Outside of the classroom, BPS offers a wide variety of extracurricular programs for students, such as DECA, theater, National Honor Society and athletics. The Junior ROTC groups at both Bellevue East and West often earn top awards at regional and national competitions.

They also initiate leadership activities in school and community service. The high school marching bands continue to excel, as do the athletic teams. During the last school year, the Bellevue West girls’ basketball team won the Class A state championship. The West boys’ basketball team made it to the state tournament for the sixth year in a row, and Thunderbirds football team made it to the playoffs for the sixth straight year. Students who choose to cheer on their athletes and peers in other programs, such as theater, they can do so free of charge. BPS is the only district in the area that does not charge student fees. New this year in the district is also the Nature Explore Classroom located just north of the BPS Welcome Center. Instead of chairs and desks, the outdoor classroom features logs and tree stumps. It also has a sandpit, a porch from which to play music, a butterfly exploration section and a picnic area for snacks and lunch.

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In November 2002, Gretna voters approved a $21.1 million bond to help pay for construction of additional classroom space, a theater and competition gymnasium at the school that would become the high school in time for the 2005-06 school year. On Nov. 15, 2005, voters of the district passed a bond issue of $20.9 million to build a third elementary school. This money would also be used for renovation and additions to the Gretna Middle School, Gretna Elementary School, transportation buildings, technology updates and the purchase of land for future building sites. The third elementary school – Palisades Elementary – is located northwest of 168th Street and Cornhusker Road for the 2007-08 school year. That year was the first time elementary students attended an elementary school in the respective area near their home. Previous to that, all kindergarten, first- and second-grade students attended Gretna Elementary while all third-, fourth- and fifth-grade students went to Squire John Thomas Elementary.

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