Incirlik Air Base Features

Incirlik behind the scenes: Scalpel, forceps, gauze! Medical Logistics supplies medics

Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 13:46:00 GMT

“Medical Logistics is a highly sensitive environment where timing matters immensely.” Maj. Crystal Karahan, 39th Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics flight commander, didn’t mince words when explaining how a rarely seen part of Incirlik Air Base functions and plays a mission critical role in daily operations.

39th ABW vice commander visits 717th ABS

Staff Sgt. Malissa Lott — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 06:43:00 GMT

Col. Shelly Mendieta, 39th Air Base Wing vice commander, visited the 717th Air Base Squadron in Ankara, Turkey, Aug. 9 – 12, 2020. During her visit, Mendieta toured the grounds and familiarized herself with the unit’s unique mission.

Incirlik Behind the Scenes: 39th CS keeps Incirlik in-touch

Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 13:40:00 GMT

Incirlik Air Base functions purely on the efforts of its dedicated Airmen, working together to ensure the base’s continuing effort of supporting U.S. allies and coalition partners continues without fail. Each working area performs a vital support function and this ‘Behind the Scenes’ series will highlight what they do for the mission.

39th CONS – keeping Incirlik running

Staff Sgt. Malissa Lott — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 08:24:00 GMT

The Airmen of the 39th Contracting Squadron are responsible for coordinating acquisitions of everything from the desk furniture in offices to the construction crews repairing the runway here.

39th MXS: Maintaining Incirlik’s surety and support mission

Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 13:01:00 GMT

Despite no U.S. Air Force aircraft being permanently assigned to the 39th Air Base Wing at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, the 39th Maintenance Squadron plays an important role in supporting the air mission for U.S., NATO and partner nation forces here.

Teamwork helps Incirlik Airmen handle new COVID-19 testing requirements

Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 11:12:49 GMT

Incirlik Air Base and its Turkish Air Force coalition partners are adapting to evolving COVID-19 conditions to ensure base safety as military members travel between bases during peak moving season in the month of July, 2020.

A family legacy at Incirlik AB

Staff Sgt. Malissa Lott — Tue, 28 Jul 2020 13:22:00 GMT

Incirlik Air Base has a long and colorful history dating back to it’s opening in 1955 and many Airmen have called Incirlik home during their assignment here.

“Check on us… we’re not ok!”

Staff Sgt. Joshua Magbanua — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 07:57:43 GMT

An Airman posted this message on social media; a cry for help amidst a period of racial violence and social turmoil in America. U.S. troops stationed overseas could only watch as their nation reeled under one of the most divisive chapters in its history.

Confronting racial issues: why it’s important

Staff Sgt. Malissa Lott — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 12:47:58 GMT

The death of George Floyd at the hands of a police officer left many Americans shouting for change. While protests ripple through the country, echoes for reform can be heard across the world. These events have shined a light on how racism and other forms of discrimination are handled, and many Airmen are wondering how to address the problem. While Americans back home are confronted with this reality face-to-face, Airmen stationed here at Incirlik Air Base are watching as these events unfold back home stateside.

Striving towards an inclusive, healthy workspace

Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 13:26:00 GMT

There is no doubt that today's Air Force, and other armed forces, are built on their diverse and unique inclusion of individuals from all walks of life to include personal life experiences, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds, age, race, ethnicity and gender. Airmen at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, are coming together June 10-20, 2020, to participate in discussion groups with their leadership to help gain understanding and work towards building a more inclusive workspace.

Men at work: the life of a cable dawg

INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 15:32:08 GMT

Whether it is climbing down a manhole or up a tower, battling the summer heat, facing wild animals or just another day on the job—life is full of adventures when you’re a cable dawg.

Incirlik observes Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar — Fri, 29 May 2020 13:06:27 GMT

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is celebrated throughout the month of May to honor Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. During this month, Incirlik Air Base along with the Department of Defense recognize those whose lineage originates from this geographical area, and the benefits they bring to the U.S.

Mental Health Awareness: Mental resilience through prevention

Staff Sgt. Malissa Lott — Tue, 26 May 2020 09:55:06 GMT

May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to educate the public about the benefits of staying mentally fit. Mental health has a negative stigma attached to it—a stigma the team stationed at the 39th Air Base Wing wants to change.

Sextortion: “It’s a trap!”

Staff Sgt. Joshua Magbanua — Mon, 18 May 2020 13:17:51 GMT

Sexual extortion, often called “sextortion,” poses a significant threat to cyber surfers everywhere—even in the military.

Teleworking upholds Incirlik mission

Tech. Sgt. Jim Araos — Mon, 11 May 2020 07:47:00 GMT

While the world continues to battle COVID-19, the Titans of Incirlik Air Base continue the mission with support from the 39th Communications Squadron.

Airman desires to help others after recovery from alcoholism

Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar — Wed, 06 May 2020 14:48:54 GMT

Two years ago, Senior Airman Matthew Fouard, an air traffic controller assigned to the 39th Operations Support Squadron Radar Approach Control (RAPCON), checked himself into Cannon Air Force Base’s Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment program (ADAPT). The program focuses on promoting readiness, health and wellness through the prevention and treatment of substance misuse and abuse.

Month of the Military Child: “Goodbye, hello… goodbye again”

Tech. Sgt. Jim Araos — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 08:08:51 GMT

Many military men and women have to be away from their loved ones for months at a time. The wait to

39th SFS remembers MWD Bruno

Staff Sgt. Malissa Lott — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:37:00 GMT

INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey -- Losing a pet is an event many might describe as similar to losing a loved one. It may be difficult for some to understand the bond between an animal and owner, but it's not a bond that should be taken lightly. This is a bond that many Military Working Dog (MWD) handlers understand and share with their canine partners. The United States Air Force is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of MWDs. When one of the dogs falls ill, they do what they can to provide care and treatment. Unfortunately, it’s not always enough. Such is the case of MWD Bruno, whose life and service to his country was cut short due to cervical intervertebral disc disease and degenerative lumbosacral stenosis, both of which affected his spinal cord and caused him severe pain.

Social distancing got you stressed? Helping agencies at Incirlik offer support

Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 15:30:00 GMT

In stressful times of the COVID-19 global pandemic, it can be difficult for many service members and their family members to feel mentally strong and connected. With Incirlik Air Base already being a remote assignment, it can present even more challenges.

Incirlik sentries unwavered by COVID-19

By Tech. Sgt. Jim Araos — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 20:13:00 GMT

Defenders spend every waking moment standing watch, ready to defend the base at a moment’s notice.