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  • Fuels flight keeps base lifeline flowing

    The 482nd Fuels Management Flight at Homestead ARB has successfully supported airshows, massive humanitarian relief efforts, distinguished visitors of the highest order, contingencies and above all, the mission at home."Fuels is an essential life source for any base and any mission," said Capt.

  • Air Force Reserve to combat mosquitoes in South Miami-Dade

    An aerial mosquito abatement program will take place July 10 through 12 in various areas across Southern Miami-Dade County. County Mosquito Control has determined areas on Homestead Air Reserve Base and surrounding communities where mosquito numbers have reached nuisance levels.Specially equipped

  • HARB kicks off Feds Feed Families Food Drive

    Homestead Air Reserve Base is participating in the Office of Personnel Management's fourth annual Feds Feed Families Food Drive.The food drive is currently underway and will run until Aug. 21.Feds Feed Families is a voluntary effort undertaken by Federal employees across the country, who take time

  • Homestead ARB 4th of July celebration

    The 482nd Fighter Wing presents its 3rd Annual 4th of July Celebration, July 4 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Homestead Air Reserve Base. Bring your families and friends, lawn chairs, small coolers, and picnic blankets. Enjoy an evening of fun, music and a spectacular fireworks show. Open to all military

  • 482nd Command Chief breaks down philosophies, future

    It's been almost one year since Chief Master Sgt. Cameron Kirksey assumed the role of Command Chief Master Sergeant for the 482nd Fighter Wing and he's excited about the year to come."I think a lot of good things are heading our way," said Kirksey. "We're continuing to grow and change and I'm

  • Homestead has a listening ear

    Sometimes, when times get tough, we need someone who is on our side to help overcome life's challenges. The good news is 482nd Fighter Wing Chaplain Capt. Ryan Ayers is here full-time to listen and help. "I'm here to serve all South Florida military members and their families regardless of their

  • Homestead reservist transports wounded officer to hospital after shooting

    Perfectly in stride with his measured demeanor, Tech. Sgt. Osvaldo Petitfrere, a traditional reservist assigned to the 482nd Security Forces Squadron at Homestead Air Reserve Base, describes the end result of the dangerous events that unfolded on Florida's Turnpike May 10. "I did what I did. In my

  • FSS welcomes new commander

    The 482nd Force Support Squadron welcomed their new commander, Lt. Col. Norberta J. Patterson, and said goodbye to Lt. Col. Lawrence Holbrook, during a Change of Command ceremony held during on June 5. Holbrook was the first commander of FSS which was formed by combining the 482nd Services Squadron

  • Fire department unveils new live fire training facility

    The 482nd Fighter Wing Fire Department cut the ribbon on its new Class-A burn facility at Homestead Air Reserve Base, May 30. The burn facility is used for live fire, search and rescue, technical rescue training, as well as several other functions. According to base Assistant Fire Chief Raymond

  • Airmen and Family Readiness Center keeping families strong

    Families matter! For traditional reservists, air reserve technicians, active duty,  retired service members, and Department of Defense civilians, families often play a major role in supporting careers in the military. The Homestead Air Reserve Base Airmen and Family Readiness Center preserves the