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U.S. Air Force Airman Destiny Mel, 42d Security Forces Squadron entry controller, carries her M4 carbine at the main gate on Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Feb. 3, 2026.

May 2, 2018
AU honors international alumni

Air University’s International Honor Roll program recognized 12 international officer graduates who have attained a prominent position in their home country, April 20, 2018, at the Maxwell Club here.
May 1, 2018
Alpha Warrior Rig arrives at Maxwell providing base with a new way to workout

The 42nd Force Support Squadron hosted an event to unveil Maxwell’s new Alpha Warrior Battle Rig, April 24, 2018, in the Maxwell Wellness and Fitness Center annex here.Members of the base community were invited to watch a demonstration of the obstacle course from three Alpha Warrior professional
April 13, 2018
Maxwell celebrates 100 years of history

Since it’s conception in 1918, Maxwell Air Force Base has played a pivotal role in airpower, providing the Air Force with innovation, education and leadership training.One hundred years have passed and the Maxwell community has grown to be a more integral part of the River Region. Members from
April 10, 2018
AU instructor recognized as educator of the year

Since it was created in 1946, Air University played a critical role in military education thanks to its team of instructors, one of whom has recently distinguished himself from the rest after winning a major award.Lt. Col. David J. Ratliff, Ira C. Eaker Center for Professional Development
April 9, 2018
MSFRIC debuts New Exhibit: Faces of the Centennial

Attendees from all over Maxwell visited the Muir S. Fairchild Research Information Center here for their unveiling of their newest exhibit, the Faces of the Centennial, Friday. The debut was in conjunction with Maxwell’s Centennial Celebration, honoring the base’s 100 years of history. Through the
March 27, 2018
Members of the Air University community raise money for local charity

The Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education's First Sergeant Academy and Chief Master Sergeant Leadership Course combined, raised over $1,800, which will supply over 10,000 pounds of food to the River Region.
March 20, 2018
New leadership courses available for Airmen, civilians of all ranks

The Maxwell-Gunter Top III have assembled the Total Force Development Team in order to provide mentorship and leadership development opportunities for the local Air Force community.
March 13, 2018
Maxwell hosts memorial service, monument unveiling for 50th anniversary of Lima Site 85

The Air Force Enlisted Heritage Research Institute hosted a memorial service and monument unveiling for the 50th Anniversary of Lima Site 85, March 12, 2018, on Maxwell-Gunter Annex, Alabama.