Team Little Rock History Fact of the Week
308 days to go until LRAFB turns 60!
On Dec. 5, 1942, the 62nd Troop Carrier Squadron activated at Sedalia Army Air Base, Missouri. Aircrews, equipped with a full complement of new C-47 Skytrains, soon deployed for World War II. The 62nd TCS’s first station was French Morocco to support combat operations in the North African Campaign. Crews flew transport and resupply operations as well as casualty evacuation of wounded personnel deployed to the Mediterranean theater of operations. While participating in combat operations, 62nd TCS crews also participated in the famous D-Day aerial assault by delivering paratroopers into Normandy on June 6, 1944.
Since World War II, the 62nd Airlift Squadron has proudly borne the nickname of the “Yacht Club.” Each unit had a code name in an attempt to create operational security. The code names were used so that taskings could be passed over unsecured telephone lines. (Courtesy photo) |
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Little Rock AFB assists Afghan Air Force
Recently, Airmen from Little Rock Air Force Base assisted the Afghan armed forces in making a giant step toward military independence by helping in the organization of a modern Afghan Air Force. One Airman in particular led the way in the pivotal achievement.
There can only be one
The brackets have been set and the 2014 intramural flag football post season is ready for kickoff. Three teams will enter the playoffs with only one loss. It’s certainly shaping up to be one of the more exciting post seasons Little Rock Air Force Base has ever seen.
More than just a workout
Little Rock Air Force Base offers numerous fitness and nutrition programs to Team Little Rock members.
One program in particular has exceeded all expectations in the past few years.. |
Retired Maj. Julius Budelis has shared a love for his wife and Little Rock Air Force Base for almost 60 years. Budelis first arrived at Little Rock Air Force Base in 1955. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Harry Brexel, 19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs)
