HomeNewsCommentaries

  • Lorenz on Leadership -- Building a Winning Team

    On July 4th, I was fortunate enough to represent our Air Force at NASCAR's Coke Zero 400. I joined more than 100,000 Americans -- undeterred by the summer heat -- at the Daytona International Speedway. The energy at the speedway was as thick as the humid air and the excitement contagious. Motor homes covered the infield and racing fans were

  • Self Defense is Common Sense

    When it comes to your health, the best defense is common sense. I do not mean self defense in terms of martial arts or weapons; I mean keeping our bodies and immune systems healthy to ward off viral and bacterial invasions. In short, keeping yourself well. We live in a somewhat germ-phobic society where people carry hand sanitizer and some folks
  • General Stephen R. Lorenz is the Air Education and Training Command commander.

    Lorenz on Leadership -- It's all about service

    A few weeks ago, Staff Sgt. Sarah Price worked diligently as a radar approach control (RAPCON) controller within the 71st Operations Group at Vance Air Force Base, Okla. If anyone had asked her what she did, her response would have been simple and quick, "I control aircraft." No one would argue the importance of her job, especially since it
  • General Stephen R. Lorenz is the Air Education and Training Command commander.

    Lorenz on Leadership -- The art of objective decision-making

    Making decisions is something we all do each and every day. Most decisions are made without much thought, almost unconsciously and, in many cases, automatically. Others, however, are decisions that involve time and thought, and can impact more than just ourselves. These are the decisions where the process is an art - it defines who we are as

  • Lorenz on Leadership -- Develop your vision

    Imagine, if you will, an adaptive training environment that sits inside a bare room. This environment can be manipulated to simulate any task - from simple to complex. With the flick of a switch or push of a button, the bare room transforms into a living, breathing, interactive experience. Sounds and smells abound, people appear and interact, and

  • Lifelong learning as way of life

    As I pondered what wisdom to share in my last few months as a squadron commander here at Tyndall, one topic kept coming up. Namely, learning should be lifelong and a way of life rather than just a chore to be undertaken intermittently or for the immediate future. To me, learning encompasses two broad categories: professional and personal. Both are
  • Team Randolph observes Asian Pacific Heritage Month in May with events throughout the base that honor the month's theme of "Leadership to meet the Challenges of a Changing World."

    Asian Pacific American leaders influence history, broaden perspectives

    In October of 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed a Joint Resolution designating the annual celebration of Asian Pacific Heritage. President George H.W. Bush further expanded this celebration in 1990 by designating May as the month of observance of Asian Pacific American Heritage. American society has cause for such celebration; many notable Asian

  • If we don't remember, no one else will

    As a young officer, Memorial Day was a time to join the aging veterans of World War II, Vietnam and Korea to honor those who died in the wars our fathers and grandfathers fought. Standing at attention with these heroes was a moving experience, but I knew that it meant something to them that was beyond me. Now, after eight years of war -- our war --

  • When I grow up

    Did you always know what you wanted to be when you grew up? I didn't always want to be in the Air Force, but it is interesting how things work out sometimes. My sons keep me entertained with periodic updates on what they want to be when they grow up ... nothing earth-shattering in the early iterations ... fireman, policeman, the "trash man." My
  • General Stephen R. Lorenz is the Air Education and Training Command commander.

    Lorenz on Leadership -- Greeting Carmen

    If you haven't seen the Air Education and Training Command headquarters building, you're missing out. It is a grand, historic building that was built in the 1930s, nestled under age-old oak trees. Although initially used as an academic hall for new Air Force aviators, the building has had many uses over the years. Today it, along with sister
RSS

Commentary Search

Top Stories

Latest Videos

AETC news

Social Media

Facebook Twitter
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-13 Nov
Standing tall has nothing to do with your stature; don't let your height stop your dreams of becoming an Air Force pilot. Those not meeting the pilot height standard can apply for a waiver. To learn more, go to http://go.usa.gov/xpT7v #mythbuster #heightwaivers #USAF #VerticalChallenge #TE2F #inspireAF #AFResearchLab United States Air Force Air Education and Training Command Air Force ROTC U.S. Air Force Recruiting
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-10 Nov
Happy 244th birthday Marine Corps!!
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-10 Nov
On November 4th the Italian delegation at Eglin AFB hosted an Italian Breakfast to the community to celebrate the Italian Unity and Armed Forces Day. Seventy years ago, the Italian Republic recognized this day as National Unity and Armed Forces Day. A date that summarizes the founding values of a national identity long pursued by the Italian people. A day in which the Armed Forces and the Italian people remember the fallen of all the wars that contributed, up to the last extreme sacrifice, to freedom and democracy for the future of the Italian Republic. Italian Armed Forces: one force, one voice. 📸 Antonio DI IEVA
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-28 Oct
#ICYMI Nomads, here's news you can use!
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-25 Oct
#Nomads, never forget that we stand on the shoulders of greatness. Honor all those who served our nation during #WWII by attending the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)'s upcoming events scheduled here ➡️ https://go.usa.gov/xpxnP 📅 Use #KnowYourMil and #DoDRemembers75 to join the conversation!
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-22 Oct
#ICYMI The United States Air Force has a new Secretary of Defense. Barbara Barrett took the administrative oath of office Oct. 18, 2019 making her the 25th #SECAF. Welcome, ma'am! 🇺🇸
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-16 Oct
#Nomads took to the skies over University of Iowa's Kinnick Stadium for a flyover. Check out these highlights from the event!
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-12 Oct
Taking the field Iowa Hawkeyes
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-10 Oct
The #Nomads are heading to the nest this Saturday. 🔥💪🏈 #FireFromTheClouds
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-05 Oct
Our #Nomads were in a fierce battle for the champions of the third quarter load crew and dedicated crew chief competitions this week. Check out some of these highlights from the event!
Logo
U.S. Air Force
33FighterWing-04 Oct
The Misty Forward Air Controllers (FAC) Vietnam veterans visited the 33rd Fighter Wing today. #ICYDK The Misty FAC earned their name during the Vietnam War because they used "Misty" as their radio call sign. It was a pleasure hosting their anniversary reunion here at the wing. Thank you Misty FAC for spending time with the #Nomads this year! #FireFromTheClouds