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Metrea Announces First Ever Commercial Aerial Refueling of US Air Force Aircraft

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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While U.S. Navy and Marine Corps units regularly use commercial aerial refueling services for training and support, this marks the first time that U.S. Air Force aircraft have used commercial aerial refueling.

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  • While U.S. Navy and Marine Corps units regularly use commercial aerial refueling services for training and support, this marks the first time that U.S. Air Force aircraft have used commercial aerial refueling.
  • From June 23 through June 29, Metrea Strategic Mobility (MSM) provided four aerial refueling support missions for RC-135 and E-3 aircraft in support of exercise RESOLUTE HUNTER.
  • We look forward to supporting more US Air Force refueling requirements as well as increasing demand from allies and partners."
  • An RC-135 Rivet Joint assigned to the 55th Wing from Offutt Air Force Base was the first to receive commercial air-to-air refueling, followed by an E-3 Sentry assigned to the 552nd Air Control Wing from Tinker Air Force Base.

Air Force Services Releases Artisan Air Series Highlighting Airmen, Guardians Now Streaming On AF Live App Only

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Air Force Services Center releases the highly anticipated Artisan Air series now streaming on the AF Live App.

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  • JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Air Force Services Center releases the highly anticipated Artisan Air series now streaming on the AF Live App.
  • The new series showcases the creativity and depth of talent in both the Air Force and Space Force.
  • "Our Over-The-Top (OTT) media channel, AF Live APP, will feature our Artisan Air series and showcases Airmen's and Guardians' most coveted interests."
  • Their journey along with the other artists will be available on the AF Live app, and on all music streaming platforms.

Action Target Unveils Updates and New Products at SHOT Show 2023

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
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Action Target provides an all-inclusive end-to-end solution for shooting range facilities in commercial, law enforcement, educational, and military markets worldwide.

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  • Action Target provides an all-inclusive end-to-end solution for shooting range facilities in commercial, law enforcement, educational, and military markets worldwide.
  • "As a trusted partner at every stage of a range project, Action Target is constantly developing products and services that promote the success of our customers.
  • We are excited to display a selection of our new products and solutions at SHOT Show this year," said Mike Birch, CEO at Action Target.
  • While improving the user experience with updates to target visibility, Action Target has also integrated existing target systems to SmartRange AXIS to offer a wider range of training opportunities within the system.

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools Expands in the Midwest With Newest Learn-to-Swim Facility in Nebraska

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Thursday, July 14, 2022
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MESA, Ariz. , July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Aqua-Tots Swim Schools has expanded with the opening of its 126th worldwide franchise location in Bellevue, Nebraska. Located at the intersection of 36th and Highway 370 near the Bakers Supermarket, the second Omaha-area location officially opened their doors on Wednesday, July 13, 2022.

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  • Aqua-Tots Bellevue is the eighth location for Franchise Owners Steve and Lisa Matthews, who also own swim schools in Arizona, Idaho, Iowa and Nevada.
  • We're thrilled to be a part of the Bellevue community and ready to show families what Aqua-Tots is all aboutpeople."
  • This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in swim lessons to learn more about the renowned Aqua-Tots program.
  • The company uses tried and true curriculum, more than 30 years in the making and trusted worldwide to teach five million swim lessons annually.

Windstream Wholesale Federal Brings Unique Fiber Builds to More U.S. Military Bases

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
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Windstream Wholesale Federal, a leading provider of advanced optical solutions, announced today that it is building fiber connections that will bring diverse, high-bandwidth DWDM services to a number of U.S. military installations.

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  • Windstream Wholesale Federal, a leading provider of advanced optical solutions, announced today that it is building fiber connections that will bring diverse, high-bandwidth DWDM services to a number of U.S. military installations.
  • The Windstream Wholesale network continues to expand to meet the growing data transport needs of our government customers, said Joe Scattareggia, executive vice president of Windstream Wholesale.
  • These new fiber builds to U.S. military bases will provide the federal government with vendor diversity, more competitive bids, and customized solutions featuring significantly greater bandwidth, including our market-leading 400 Gigabit services.
  • Windstream Wholesale Federal currently provides fiber network connections to a number of U.S military installations, including Scott Air Force Base, Mechanicsburg Naval Depot, Fort Knox, and Fort Campbell.

Former USSTRATCOM Commander Ellis, Retired NASA Astronaut Anderson Endorse Nebraska as USSPACECOM Headquarters

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Thursday, December 10, 2020
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OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Retired Admiral James O. Ellis, Jr. (USN), former commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), and retired NASA astronaut, Clayton Anderson,today announced their support of Offutt AFB, Nebraska as the permanent location for U.S. Space Command Headquarters (USSPACECOM).

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  • OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Retired Admiral James O. Ellis, Jr. (USN), former commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), and retired NASA astronaut, Clayton Anderson,today announced their support of Offutt AFB, Nebraska as the permanent location for U.S. Space Command Headquarters (USSPACECOM).
  • In my experience, Offutt Air Force Base (AFB) is an ideal location to house the U.S. Space Command headquarters.
  • It is with pleasure and confidence that I support the Offutt AFB candidacy for this important and timely U.S. Space Command headquarters," Anderson said.
  • The USSPACECOM headquarters is expected to host an estimated 1,400 military and civilian personnelin a 400,000 to 450,000-square-foot building.