Story by Senior Airman Benjamin Cooper | 100th Air Refueling Wing | 01.17.2020
The Airmen of the 100th Maintenance Squadron’s aircraft structural maintenance shop preserve and extend the life of components for all Team Mildenhall airframes. The aircraft structural maintenance shop, sometimes called sheet metal, also includes the corrosion control section, and performs multiple tasks that enable RAF Mildenhall aircraft to continue to execute the mission. Their ability......
Story by Senior Airman Benjamin Cooper | 100th Air Refueling Wing | 01.10.2020
The 100th Maintenance Squadron’s aircraft metals technology technicians aim to achieve the highest levels of precision when grinding, welding, fabricating or repairing parts for Team Mildenhall aircraft. For the Airmen of the aircraft metals technology section, it’s their job to ensure that Team Mildenhall has the tools and parts needed to accomplish the mission....
Story by Senior Airman Luke Milano | 100th Air Refueling Wing | 05.23.2019
Airmen from the 100th Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental section maintain and repair aircraft power systems, and replenish aircrew life support gear while ensuring the systems continue to function properly. At RAF Mildenhall, the E and E Airmen either work on the flightline with the 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, or in the back shop with the 100th MXS. The back shop is......
Story by Staff Sgt. Kelly OConnor | 100th Air Refueling Wing | 01.31.2019
Airmen from the 100th Maintenance Squadron attended a technology demonstration to learn about the latest digital tools at RAF Mildenhall, Jan. 31, 2019. A Snap-on Industrial representative showcased a digital tool box and digital inspection kit, which could help streamline the 100th MXS mission and push them toward becoming a more technologically advanced force....
Story by Senior Airman Christine Groening | 100th Air Refueling Wing | 08.29.2018
Airmen from the 100th Maintenance Squadron are saving time and money for the 100th Air Refueling Wing with a new piece of high-tech equipment. The squadron purchased a 3D printer to print pieces or parts that may need to be purchased with a whole unit of equipment....
