Los Angeles Air Force Base News

July 2023 Knight of the Month

SBD-3 Public Affairs — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 15:00:00 GMT

AAPI Heritage Month Closes with Cultural Events

Kimberly J. Locke, SBD-3 Public Affairs — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 17:47:00 GMT

Cultural performances, martial arts demonstrations, a fashion show featuring heritage attire from various regions of Asia, and cultural foods all helped to close out the observance of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month June 6 on Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAAFB).

June 2023 Knight of the Month

SBD-3 Public Affairs — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 16:18:00 GMT

June is Pride Month Observance

SSC Public Affairs — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 15:36:37 GMT

LAAFB Introduces 61st Medical Squadron’s New Mental Health Program

Tamry McCauley — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:10:00 GMT

In keeping with May being national Mental Health Awareness Month, the 61st Medical Squadron on Los Angeles Air Force Base is offering a new mental health care program focusing on fresh approaches to addressing mental health care in the military.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Spotlight with Col. Mia Walsh

SBD 3 Public Affairs — Mon, 22 May 2023 21:01:21 GMT

Col. Mia Walsh shares her experience serving as a member of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community within the military.

SBD 3 Highlights Rachel Coon for National Military Spouse Appreciation Day

SBD 3 Public Affairs — Thu, 11 May 2023 20:28:00 GMT

Rachel Coon, spouse of Maj. Cameron Coon, Systems Engineering and Test Lead for the Futures Program Branch, SDA&CP, SSC, shares her experience as a military spouse during National Military Spouse Appreciation Month.

SBD 3 Highlights Steven Bogstie for National Military Spouse Appreciation Day

SBD 3 Public Affairs — Thu, 11 May 2023 20:19:05 GMT

Steven Bogstie spouse of Col. Heather Bogstie, SML, Acq Delta-Resilient Missile Warning, Tracking, Defense, SSC, shares his perspective on being a military spouse for Military Spouse Appreciation Day.

SBD 3 Highlights Lexie Athanaxay for National Military Spouse Appreciation Day

SBD 3 Public Affairs — Thu, 11 May 2023 20:18:38 GMT

Lexie Athanaxay, spouse of Capt. Joi Renee Athanaxay, 61st Medical Squadron at Los Angeles Air Force Base shares her experience as a military spouse in recognition of National Military Spouse Appreciation Day.

SBD 3 Highlights Andrea Taylor for National Military Spouse Appreciation Day

SBD 3 Public Affairs — Thu, 11 May 2023 20:17:54 GMT

Andrea Taylor, spouse of Capt. Shane Taylor, SBD3 CC/Exec shares her experience as a military spouse for National Military Spouse Appreciation Day.

SBD 3 Highlights James Harris for National Military Spouse Appreciation Month

SBD 3 Public Affairs — Thu, 11 May 2023 20:17:21 GMT

James Harris, husband of MSgt NeTasha Hutto-Harris, 61st Medical Squadron, Los Angeles Air Force Base, shares his perspective as a retired servicemember turned military spouse for National Military Spouse Appreciation Day.

May 2023 Knight of the Month

SSC Public Affairs — Mon, 01 May 2023 19:42:00 GMT

Beyond the Call of Duty: 61st Medical Squadron Members Recognized for Off-Duty First-Aid Actions

Kevin Gonzalez — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 17:59:42 GMT

The mission of the 61st Medical Squadron is to provide ready, reliable care – anytime, anywhere. For many in the healthcare profession, this sentiment is ingrained in them, even when they are away from their jobs. So, it is no surprise to SBD 3 members that Airmen of the 61st MDS were recently recognized for providing life-saving medical assistance while away from their normal duties.

Col. Walsh Hosts Female Leadership Panel, “Empowered Minds” to Close Out Women’s History Month

Tamry L. McCauley — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 22:05:00 GMT

Col. Mia Walsh, commander, Space Base Delta 3 at LAAFB, hosted the “Empowered Minds” Female Leadership Panel in the Gordon Conference Center on March 30, 2023. In addition to Walsh, the panel featured CAPT Jessica O’Brien, USN, commanding officer, Naval Weapons Stations, Seal Beach, LTC Manju Vig, USA, garrison commander, Joint Force Training Base, Los Alamitos, and CMDR Lisa M. Sharkey, USCG, commanding officer, Coast Guard Base Los Angeles/Long Beach. The event was the final activity of celebrating Women’s History Month.

The Life of Kathleen Carroll Cordero D'Ambrosi Told in Her Three Surnames

Public Affairs — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 17:28:00 GMT

Space Base Delta 3 recognizes Gold Star Spouses Day, by sharing the story of Kathleen Carroll Cordero D'Amrosi.

Women's History Month Leadership Spotlight with Samantha Cox

Tamry L. McCauley — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 19:32:52 GMT

Women's History Month Leadership Spotlight with SBD 3, Civilian Deputy Director, Ms. Samantha Cox.

April 2023 Knight of the Month

DoD News — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 15:51:00 GMT

DoD announces six new measures to enhance well-being of military force and their families

DoD News — Sat, 25 Mar 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III unveiled a comprehensive plan March 22, aimed at improving the lives of the dedicated U.S. military force and their families.

Col. Mia Walsh- A Woman of Influence in the Community

Lt. Katelin Robinson — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 17:59:52 GMT

Col. Mia Walsh, commander, Space Base Delta 3 at Los Angeles Air Force Base, Calif., was invited by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ms. Donna Duperron, to be the keynote speaker for the annual Women of Influence luncheon, held at Sunrider International on March 16, 2023.

Women's History Month Leadership Spotlight with CMSgt. Sarah R. L. Morgan

Tamry L. McCauley — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 17:30:00 GMT

Women's History Month spotlight with SBD 3 Senior Enlisted Leader, CMSgt. Sarah R. L. Morgan, where she shares her leadership advice and her personal journey in the military.