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Dec. 4, 2017
Instructors of the Year

BILOXI, Miss. (NNS) -- Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit (CNATTU) Keesler announced its 2017 Sailors and instructors of the year Nov. 16 at the facility's headquarters onboard Keesler Air Force Base.Areographer's Mate 1st Class John Abraham was selected as the CNATTU Keesler Sailor
Dec. 1, 2017
Airmen compete in annual Dragon Challenge

Members of the 336th Training Squadron cheer on Airmen during the 8th annual Dragon Challenge at the triangle track Dec. 1, 2017, on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. The base-wide event was held to bring together Airmen to promote physical training throughout the holidays. (U.S. Air Force photo
Dec. 1, 2017
Hurricane Hunters discuss atmospheric river missions with Scripps scientists

Members of the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron “Hurricane Hunters” met with scientists from the University of California San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography here Wednesday to discuss plans for participating in atmospheric river reconnaissance missions in early 2018.
Nov. 30, 2017
Hurricane Hunters close intense 2017 season

As massive spirals of lighting, wind and rain, hurricanes are some of the most dangerous and destructive forces in nature. And the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters fly directly into the center of them.
Nov. 20, 2017
Continuum of Learning: creating life-long learners

Keesler Air Force Base’s 336th Training Squadron has begun developing multiple initiatives aimed at improving the learning experience of Airmen who are fresh out of basic military training.
Nov. 20, 2017
Good mental health critical to readiness

Mental health is a critical part of every Airman’s medical readiness. Although many service members worry that seeking mental health care will negatively effect their career, the opposite is usually true. With early identification and the right treatment by a medical professional, most mental health