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  • LAAFB Celebrates Third Birthday of U.S. Space Force

    It was in 1954 when the first military space organization, the Western Development Division, was created to manage the U.S. Air Force’s ballistic missile program. Now, 68 years later, on Dec. 20, 2022, members gathered to celebrate the third anniversary of the United States Space Force – a service

  • Bod Pod at LAAFB Makes Quick Work of Measuring Body Composition

    Health and fitness often take a back seat as the holiday season approaches. Fortunately, they don’t have to for Los Angeles Air Force (LAAFB) personnel who now have access to the latest technology in measuring body composition readily available to them with the Bod Pod, a computerized, egg-shaped

  • New reporting options for sexual harassment victims

    Uniformed Airmen and Guardians who experience sexual harassment now have the option to file a restricted or unrestricted report with the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) office to access advocacy services and supportive referrals. This change now allows members to seek support services

  • Under Secretary of the Air Force, Gina Ortiz Jones Visits SSC and Industry

    “When we think about the pacing challenge and the high-end fight, our ability to be successful, from our Airmen and Guardians but also the entire joint force, relies on the capabilities that are provided from space,” said Jones. “The more we can do to ensure resilience now through testing

  • Los Angeles AFB Remembers POWs/MIAs

    Los Angeles Air Force Base held a remembrance event for National POW/MIA Recognition Day that began on Sept. 15 and ended on Sept. 16 with a 54 mile torch run and wreath laying ceremony. Col Mia Walsh, Space Base Delta 3 commander, left, awarded two trophies for this year’s participation. Sgt Tarek

  • A Checklist to Help You Prepare for 2022 TRICARE Open Season

    TRICARE Open Season starts in the fall. That’s the time when most families can make changes to their TRICARE health care coverage for next year. Preparing for open season now can help you make the best selection for you and your family later.