Units in CENTCOM AOR
[1] 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit Public Affairs - At Sea
[2] U.S. Central Command Public Affairs - Tampa
[3] U.S. Naval Forces Central Command Public Affairs - Manama
[4] 407th Air Expeditionary Group Public Affairs - An Nasiriyah
[5] 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing - Joint Base Balad
[6] 386th Air Expeditionary Wing - Southwest Asia
[7] 379th Air Expeditionary Wing - Southwest Asia
[8] 380th Air Expeditionary Wing - Southwest Asia
[9] 376th Air Expeditionary Wing - North Air Base Manas
[10] U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Gulf Region Division Headquarters - Baghdad
[11] 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit Public Affairs - Okinawa
[12] Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa - Camp Lemonier
[13] 69th Public Affairs Detachment - Camp Bondsteel
[14] Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Arabian Peninsula - Balad
[15] Area Support Group Qatar Public Affairs Office - Camp As Sayliyah
[16] U.S. Air Forces Central Public Affairs -
[17] 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit - Camp Pendleton
[18] 555th Engineer Brigade - Balad
[19] Amphibious Squadron FIVE - FITH FLEET

Recent Image Galleries

[14] Iraqi Special Warfare Center and... - (01-04-2009)
An Iraqi Special Warfare Center and School adviser oversees two Iraqi Special Operations Forces i... (6 images)
[2] Biden Speaks to Troops at Natura... - (07-04-2009)
Service members raise thier hands for the oath of allegiance during the Naturalization Ceremony h... (3 images)
[5] 21st-century 'Fly Girl' Proud to... - (07-04-2009)
Maj. Gina "Torch" Sabric, an F-16 fighter pilot deployed here from Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., a... (2 images)
[5] Tuskegee Airmen Welcome New Comm... - (07-04-2009)
Brig. Gen. Craig Franklin assumes command of the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing from Lt. Gen. Gary ... (4 images)
[2] U.S. Central Command Twitters Wi... - (07-01-2009)
Petty Officer 1st Class Robert Smith, mass communicator, uploads photos to Central Command's Flik... (3 images)
[5] In With the New - (07-02-2009)
Maj. Keith McCormack assumes command of the 332nd Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron from Col... (1 images)
[5] Tuskegee Airman of the Week - (07-04-2009)
Staff Sgt. Latasha Reynolds, 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron customer-service craftsm... (1 images)
[6] Col. Gordy Takes Command of the ... - (07-04-2009)
Col. John R. Gordy receives command of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing from Lt. Gen. Gary L. Nor... (1 images)
[3] Senior Women SWOs Provide Insigh... - (07-01-2009)
Rear Adm. Carol Pottenger, commander, Naval Expeditionary Combat Command (right), and Rear Adm. M... (1 images)
[5] Welcoming Applause - (07-01-2009)
Col. David Demartino, 332nd Expeditionary Mission Support Group commander, receives welcoming app... (1 images)
[12] Exercise at Camp Lemonier - (07-02-2009)
U.S. Air Force Guardian Angels assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron, French foreign... (6 images)
[1] 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit C... - (07-03-2009)
A Marine with Lima Company, Battalion Landing Team, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Mari... (8 images)
[5] Tough Stuff - (07-01-2009)
Staff Sgt. Amos Greer, 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron construction inspector, watche... (1 images)
[13] Governor Sarah Palin Visits Task... - (06-27-2009)
Local children are studying course material provided by the troops of the Alaska Army National Gu... (9 images)
[1] 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit B... - (06-29-2009)
The USS Bataan (LHD 5) "Gator" mascot high-fives Marines from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit ... (27 images)

News Stories

[6] Marauders welcome new wing commander to 386th AEW
Col. John Gordy II received command of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing from Col. Cameron Torrens during a change of command ceremony held at the 386th AEW Passenger Terminal July 1.
(07/4/09)

[5] 21st-century 'Fly Girl' proud to be part of WASP legacy
It's been more than 60 years since the Women Air Force Service Pilots or WASP took the skies by storm as the first women in U.S. history trained to fly American military aircraft, overcoming inequality and changing the face of aviation forever. On July 1, these aviation pioneers were recognized by President Barack Obama, who presented the Congressional Gold Medal as long-overdue recognition of the historical "Fly Girls."
(07/4/09)

[5] Tuskegee Airmen welcome new commander
Airmen from the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing welcomed a new commander during a change-of-command ceremony in a hazy sandstorm at Joint Base Balad, July 4.
(07/4/09)

[5] Tuskegee Airman of the Week: June 14-20
Staff Sgt. Latasha Reynolds is the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing's Tuskegee Airman of the Week for June 14-20.
(07/4/09)

[16] Aerial gunners provide cover for lifesaving mission
Air Force Combat Search and Rescue crews fly throughout Afghanistan, providing airlift and medical care to service members wounded on the battlefield. More often than not, this requires them to fly into and operate in extremely hostile and precarious situations and locations.
(07/3/09)

[6] Col. McComb takes command of 386th Expeditionary Mission Support Group
Col. Richard McComb assumed command of the 386th Expeditionary Mission Support Group from Col. Marcia Meeks-Eure during a change of command ceremony at the Rock Passenger Terminal, June 30.
(07/2/09)

[6] Marauders welcome new wing commander to 386th Air Expeditionary Wing
Col. John Gordy II received command of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing from Col. Cameron Torrens during a change of command ceremony held at the 386th AEW Passenger Terminal, July 1.

(07/2/09)

[16] Air Mobility Command commander visits area of responsibility – highlights mobility's role
Like clockwork, an Air Mobility Command aircraft departs on a mission within the area-of-operations every two minutes every hour of every day.
(07/2/09)

[2] U.S. Central Command twitters with twitterers and gets face to face with facebook
As social sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Youtube storm the world, United States Central Command has begun their twittering and facebooking in order to better reach the people around the world and get the word out about operations and what's happening in the area of operations.

(07/1/09)

[3] Senior Women SWOs Provide Insight and Mentorship in Bahrain
Rear Adm. Carol Pottenger, commander, Naval Expeditionary Combat Command, and Rear Adm. Michelle Howard, commander, Expeditionary Strike Group Two, forward-deployed to Bahrain, met with a group of women surface warfare officers June 30 to encourage them to continue to progress in their careers and lives.
(07/1/09)

[16] Airpower Summary for June 30
Coalition airpower integrated with coalition ground forces in Iraq and the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan in the following operations June 30, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials.
(07/1/09)

[6] 386th Air Expeditionary Wing commander says goodbye to his Airmen
Col. Cameron Torrens, outgoing 386th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, has a lot of work ahead of him to prepare for his next job, including learning Chinese in 18 months, but while he is excited by his new job as the Air Force's air attaché in Beijing, it's the past year he's spent as the Marauders' wing commander that is foremost in his thoughts.
(06/30/09)

[6] 386th AEW command chief bids farewell to The Rock
As Command Chief Master Sgt. Jeffrey Antwine of Vicksburg, Miss., prepares to move onto his next and final assignment at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., he couldn't help but notice his last days are the busiest ones yet and the most bittersweet.
(06/30/09)

[1] 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit builds morale on Bataan Beach
Floating on the ocean for weeks at a time can lead some Marines and sailors to ask "What day is it?" But with a little food and fun, any day can be a weekend at the beach.
(06/30/09)

[5] U.S. service members withdraw from Iraqi cities, move to main installations
Under the Security Agreement signed between Washington, D.C., and Baghdad officials in November 2008, U.S. service members are to withdraw from Iraqi cities, villages and localities by June 30. As a result, some are moving onto main installations such as Sather Air Base, Iraq, and Joint Base Balad.

(06/30/09)

Recent Publications

[15] 06.24.2009

What does the Army NCO mean to you?; Senior leader explains Army birthday celebration; Soldier inspired to sing at Army birthday celebration; Commanderís spouse reflects on two years in Qatar; Qatar base maintains premier safety record; Soldiers in Qatar selected for top honors; PTSD: overseas cliniciansí review; Clothing constraints in Qatar; Troops compete in Qatar military basketball tournam...

[13] 06.18.2009

Tear down that barrier!; Educating the mind; Dog nose best; Reaching new heights; Holy Light shines bri...

[13] 06.18.2009

Tear down that barrier!; Educating the mind; Dog nose best; Reaching new heights; Holy Light shines bri...

[15] 04.29.2009

Mind over matter in weight loss; Troops teach basic self defense using military training; Hollywood ambassadors start overseas tour in Qatar; Qatar military dog show enhances bilateral relations; Medal of honor recipients meet war fighters overseas; Top enlisted war fighters tackle troop concerns; 'Sex Signals' tour reaches military overseas; Qatar site repairs 200th Stryker; Troops explore Qatar traditions during 'Arabian Nights'; Marines participate in Eastern Maverick; Soldiers reveal motorcycle safety trainer in Qatar; Rules for Qatar roundabo...

[15] 03.04.2009

Troops talk politics during pass * Astronauts Arrive at Qatar * Tae Bo creator back on tour for troops * Overseas fundraising results peak despite recession * Deployed Soldiers battle rising suicide trend * Troops attend Qatar camel races * Top Qatar general hosts beach outing * Qatar base safety record breaks 300 ....

[15] 01.07.2009

Off-post sponsor boosts respite program success; Off-post sponsor boosts respite program success; USO Qatar recognizes greatness in uniform; Qatar dining competes for repeat honors; Reserve general visits Soldiers in Qatar; ASG-QA Soldier and NCO of the Quarter; Rest and relaxation; Celebrity support during 2008; Spiritual fitness; MWR events schedule; New year party; Soldiers run from Qatar to Kuwait; Soldier Strong – Fitness Q&am...

[15] 11.01.2008

Soldier begins fourth fundraiser overseas; Soldiers help voters beat state deadlines; USO Qatar increases support for family connections; New ambassador to Qatar honors 9/11 with tro...

[18] 10.18.2008

Updates from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Forward Support Company - Fury, 570th Sapper Company, 571st Sapper Company and m...

[15] 09.06.2008

Soldiers celebrate right to vote; Ramadan affects everyone at Camp As Sayliyah; Dingo promotes pet adoption overseas; Williams promotes a stronger community; Mixed marital artists meet war fighters; Ramadan Mubarak; Qatar enters fasting period; Safety is thicker than s...

[2] 08.01.2008

Task Force 49 moves to Baghdad; Task Force Storm's second move in country; Task Force 49 takes reins of MND-C Combat Aviation Brigade; Ex-XO brings advice to B...

[2] 07.01.2008

Task Force 49 leaves its mark; TF49 exceeds retention goals early; 'Fat Cow' provides aircraft fuel on the go; Parents watch graduation from down range; Task Force XII spouses get a taste of com...

[15] 06.30.2008

Qatar base provides best Army safety program; Army medics share life-saving concepts in Qatar; College football coaches visit fans in Qatar; Medical opticians hit milestone in Qa...

[2] 06.01.2008

Task Force 49 slated to move; TF49 Asian Pacific events draw thousands; Big Windy on the frontlines; MNC-I's fixed-wing workhorse; Confessions of a former...

[2] 05.06.2008

Task Force 49 plays key role in Basra; Soldiers earn Marine patch; Task Force 49's newest Americans; 5-158 Aviation tops USAEUR re-up goals; Toby Keith visits; "Ask the ...

[15] 05.04.2008

Qatar air ambulance available to rush military casualties; From 'lean' concept to ribbon cutting – in 18 months; USARCENT troops win safety award; Firefighters provide real-life training in Qa...

[2] 04.08.2008

Task Force 49 tour extended; Soldier's aims to brighten Iraqi smiles; Married couple re-ups downrange; "Ask the ...

Recent Video

[5] 332 AEW Change of Command, Part 2
B-roll of the 332 Air Expeditionary Wing change of command from Brig. Gen. Brain Bishop to Brig. Gen. Craig Franklin. Scenes include the ceremony, speeches and interviews. Produced by Tech Sgt. Lionel Castellano. Part 2 of 2. (07/4/09)

[5] 332 AEW Change of Command, Part 1
B-roll of the 332 Air Expeditionary Wing change of command from Brig. Gen. Brain Bishop to Brig. Gen. Craig Franklin. Scenes include the ceremony, speeches and interviews. Produced by Tech Sgt. Lionel Castellano. Part 1 of 2. (07/4/09)

[13] Operation Downstairs Hallway
Package about Soldiers assisting in repairing a hallway in a local elementary school in Kosovo. Produced by Capt. Jonathan Shiroma (07/1/09)

[5] Withdrawal of Troops
Package about the withdrawal of Troops, in compliance with the U.S.-Iraqi Security Agreement. Also see "Withdrawal of Troops" in the b-roll section. (06/30/09)

[5] Withdrawal of Troops
B-roll and interview about the withdrawal of Troops, in compliance with the U.S.-Iraqi Security Agreement. Also see "Withdrawal of Troops" in the package section. (06/30/09)

[12] CJTF-HOA VETCAP
Package of students graduating from a Community Animal Health Worker Refresher Course in which they learned how to keep their livestock healthy. Produced by Petty Officer 1st Class John Johnson. (06/28/09)

[13] Sarah Palin Visits Troops at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo
Package made from "Sarah Palin Visits Troops at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo" b-roll about Alaska Governor Sarah Palin visiting troops at Camp Bondsteel in Kosovo and to meet with local teenagers from the area. Produced by Capt. Jonathan Shiroma. (06/27/09)

[13] Governor Palin Visits Camp Bondsteel
B-Roll of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin visiting Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo. Scenes include the governor arriving by helicopter, visiting with troops, and giving a speech to the Soldiers. Produced Spc. Joseph Samudio. (06/26/09)

[8] The Anatomy of a U-2 Full Pressure Suit
Package about the different parts of the U-2 full pressure suit and the benefits it provides pilots while flying at extremely high altitudes. (06/25/09)

[2] U.S. Central Command Gulf States Chiefs of Defense Conference, Part 1
B-roll of portions of the U.S. Central Command Gulf States Chiefs of Defense Conference. Scenes include Gen. David Petraeus and a high ranking French military official answering questions from the press. Part 1 of 4. (06/23/09)

[2] U.S. Central Command Gulf States Chiefs of Defense Conference, Part 2
B-roll of portions of the U.S. Central Command Gulf States Chiefs of Defense Conference. Scenes include Gen. David Petraeus and a high ranking French military official answering questions from the press. Part 2 of 4. (06/23/09)

[2] U.S. Central Command Gulf States Chiefs of Defense Conference, Part 3
B-roll of portions of the U.S. Central Command Gulf States Chiefs of Defense Conference. Scenes include Gen. David Petraeus and a high ranking French military official answering questions from the press. Part 3 of 4. (06/23/09)

[2] U.S. Central Command Gulf States Chiefs of Defense Conference, Part 4
B-roll of portions of the U.S. Central Command Gulf States Chiefs of Defense Conference. Scenes include Gen. David Petraeus and a high ranking French military official answering questions from the press. Part 4 of 4. (06/23/09)

[7] Lt. Col. Berry
Sends a greeting thanking Americans for their support from JSTARS. (06/22/09)

[12] CJTF-HOA Maritime Center of Excellence
Package of the maritime Center of Excellence opening in Mombasa, Kenya which is a shared partnership between Kenya and the Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa. Produced by Petty Officer Kelly C. Ontiveros. (06/22/09)

Recent Audio

[9] Change of Command - Same Mission
The 376th Air Expeditionary Wing serves as the hub of operations for air refueling and transporting of forces going into and out of Afghanistan. Tech. Sgt. Harry Kibbe now takes us to Manas Air Base, Kyrgyzstan, where command of the 376th recently changed, but as he says the mission stays the same.

[9] Air Force News: Planting a Friendship
Airmen at Manas wanted to do their part to show their respect for Mother Nature...they chose to do this by planting trees just outside of the base. TSgt Harry Kibbe reports from the base near Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

[9] Mayor of Manas
Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors and Marines all pass through Manas Air Base, as it is the hub of operations for troops going into and out of Afghanistan. As Tech. Sgt. Harry Kibbe tells us, maintaining the quality of life for these Department of Defense personnel falls on the shoulders of one man...one man with a unique title.

[10] Scout Camp in Baghdad
Package of a scout camp held in Baghdad's International Zone. Produced by Rick Haverinen.

[9] Manas Air Base hosts American University of Central Asia
Maj. Damien Pickart talks about students from the American University of Central Asia in nearby bishkek, taking some time away from the books to get a look at what Manas contributes to Operation Enduring Freedom as well as to their own country.

[14] Staff Sgt. Adams
Talks to a Moscow Pullman Daily reporter about when she joined the military, why she joined the military, her families military history, her job responsibilities, learning about radio communications, the importance of the communications in Iraq, when her first tour overseas was, challenges she has faced in Iraq in her field, being home for Christmas, what she is interested in after her military career, how storms effect communications, if she ever gets scared overseas, mentoring Soldiers as a Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO), how she got into the communications role in the military and learning about computers after joining the military

[14] Staff Sgt. Adams
Talks to a KQQQ-AM reporter about how long she has been in the military, when she entered the military, being on her 4th deployment, being home for Christmas, when her current deployment began, her communications position in the military, why she joined the military, what she has learned during her deployments, how often she gets to visit home, when she expects to return from deployment and her future career plans with the military.

[14] Sgt. Kate Nelson
Talks to a KFAT-FM reporter in Anchorage, Ala. about her job in communications and what she will do when she returns from deployment.

[12] Ethiopia Medical Assistance
U.S. Military teams with Ethiopia government to provide medical assistance to those near Dire Dawa, Ethiopia.

[5] Senior Airman Hartstock
Talks to a KIRO-AM reporter in Seattle, Wash. about his duties while he is deployed as well as what it like to be deployed during the holidays.

[5] Airman 1st Class Casillas
Talks to a WMKL-WMYE reporter about her duties and responsibilities writing flight reports for pilots in theater.

[8] Master Sgt. Sears
Talks to the Morrow County Independent in Ohio, about her duty in the military, celebrating the holidays, communicating with loved ones, reasons for staying in the Air Force and plans after the military.

[9] Capt. Gonzales
Talks to a Houston Chronicle reporter about his background growing up in Houston, how he met up with an old middle school friend when he performed at their base, growing up and his job working with plane-re fuelers. Audio only.

[9] Staff Sgt. Perez, Maj. Pickarg
Talk to a Houston Chronicle reporter in Houston, Texas, about a breakdance crew they help bring to Kyrgyzstan to play at Manas Air Base, their job titles, their background, growing up in Iowa and Texas, working with a management services team, how members of the crew knew members of the military that were in the audience, type of personnel that live at Manas Airbase and thanks everyone for their support. Audio only.

[1] Capt. Carpenter
Talks to a reporter from the Pullman Daily News about his responsibilities, when he has been deployed, what the Marine Expeditionary Unit is made up of, growing up in Idaho, teachers that effected him, how he came to join the military, what he likes the most about being a Marine, when his next deployment will be, how he became involved in media relations and where he may possible retire.