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Oct. 3, 2019
Air Force Honor Guard, Band shine during general's immersion tour

As part of their ongoing immersion tours, AFDW Commander Maj. Gen. Ricky N. Rupp, AFDW Command Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Yevchak, and their spouses, Charlotte Rupp and Julie Yevchak, witnessed the precision, dedication, and sheer talent of the United States Air Force Honor Guard and The United
Oct. 3, 2019
Same team, different uniform: The story of an Iraqi translator who became an American Airman

In 2003, Airman 1st Class Saeed Shnawa was not Airman 1st Class Saeed Shnawa. He was a 21-year-old Iraqi student of technology at a university in Baghdad.That’s when American and coalition forces arrived to overthrow the Iraqi government, turning Baghdad a war zone. Like many young men and women in
Sept. 17, 2019
Having a field day: coin toss, recognition highlights at Redskins game

D.C. Air National Guard F-16s fly over FedEx Field in the opening ceremony of the NFL Washington Redskins vs. Dallas Cowboys game, September 15, 2019. The Washington Redskins recognized the Air Force throughout the game to honor the Air Forces 72nd birthday. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech.
Sept. 16, 2019
Shoulders of giants: AFDW command chief speaks at Air Force Retirement Home

Chief Master Sgt. Christopher M. Yevchak, Air Force District of Washington command chief, speaks during the 72nd Air Force birthday event at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington D.C., Sept. 13, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Michael B. Keller)
Sept. 16, 2019
Rupp delivers guest speech at Defense Threat Reduction Agency for Air Force's 72nd birthday

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency hosted the U.S. Air Force’s 72nd birthday celebration in the McNamara Headquarters Complex September 12 at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
Sept. 6, 2019
Terribly fond farewell: AFDW sends off vice commander in style

Staffers and family members gathered yesterday for a Pittsburgh Steelers-themed send off at Air Force District of Washington headquarters in honor of outgoing Vice Commander Col. Kevin Eastland Sept. 5.
Sept. 4, 2019
Competing of the minds: Air Force Spark Tank 2020 open for submissions

A respirator with a built-in two-way communication system. A semi-truck trailer that can reduce aircraft deployment from 72 hours to five hours. A chemical agent detection device that runs on renewable energy.
Aug. 15, 2019
Walk this way

Airmen at Joint Base Andrews started football season right today with a special walkthrough practice and visit from the Washington Redskins. The event is part of the NFL team’s continued Redskins Salutes efforts presented by USAA. Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Ricky N. Rupp
Aug. 13, 2019
No place like home plate

Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Ricky N. Rupp joined his Airmen for the Salute to Service event at Nationals Park Aug. 13. The Airmen enjoyed club house hospitality, premium home plate seating, and a third inning shout out on the NatsHD Scoreboard as they waved their caps in
Aug. 1, 2019
AFDW commander attends Selva retirement

Air Force District of Washington Commander Maj. Gen. Ricky N. Rupp attended the retirement ceremony honoring the nation's second highest-ranking military officer, United States Air Force Gen. Paul J. Selva, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at Joint Base Andrews Hangar 3 July 31.