Key Field News

Temp: 93.0 F Heat Index: 101 F Meridian, Key Field, MS A military officer from Afghanistan has completed pilot training at Columbus Air Force Base as part of a program to help the Middle Eastern country improve its air capabilities.

Standing inside the massive hanger of the 186th Air Refueling Wing at Key Field Tuesday morning, many of the wing's personnel held out hope they would hear news concerning more air missions.

Even if U.S. Air Force Gen. Craig R. McKinley doesn't shine any light on upcoming missions for the Mississippi Air National Guard contingent in Meridian this morning, the visit by the National Guard Bureau Chief and principal advisor to the U.S. Army and Air Force Chiefs of Staff should do a great deal in showcasing the installation as a place ...

The Air Force is getting ready to define its role in irregular warfare, which could become the service's next regular mission.

By Brian Livingston blivingston@themeridianstar.com One of the main reasons for supporters of the Air Force Association to come together this week at Northwood County Club was to honor airmen of the 186th Air Refueling Wing.

Freshman U.S. Rep. Gregg Harper is on a two-week recess from Washington, D.C. His mission over the next 14 days: visit his constituents and meet with local leaders throughout the Third District.

When you see Roy Gibbens and Sam Forbert together, you quickly realize the close relationship the two Air Force veterans have.