Schriever celebrates GPS satellite launch

Schriever personnel watch the successul launch of the fourth GPS IIF satellite, Space Vehicle Number 66 May 15 from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla. The new capabilities of the IIF satellites will provide greater navigational accuracy through improvements in atomic clock technology; a more robust signal for commercial aviation and safety-of-life applications, known as the new third civil signal (L5); and a 12-year design life providing long-term service. (U.S. Air Force photo/Bill Evans)

Schriever intramural volleyball

Staff Sgt. Jennifer Emerson, 2nd Space Operations Squadron, bumps a ball during the second set of an intramural volleyball quarterfinal game May 14. Emerson and 2 SOPS fell to 50th Force Support Squadron 25-21, 25-20. (U.S. Air Force photo/Bill Evans)

Memorial Service

El Paso County Sheriff's Department Honor Guard members prepare to fold the flag in honor of fallen officers May 10 at America the Beautiful Park. The ceremony was part of the 20th Annual Pikes Peak Region Peace Officer Memorial Day Service. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Carinae Samsel)

Memorial Service

El Paso County Sheriff's Department Honor Guard members prepare to lay a wreath in honor of fallen officers May 10 at America the Beautiful Park. The ceremony was part of the 20th Annual Pikes Peak Region Peace Officer Memorial Day Service. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Carinae Samsel)

Memorial Service

Members of the 50th Security Forces Squadron, led by Lt. Col. Jasin Cooley, 50 SFS commander, join a formation along with SFS members from Peterson AFB, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and the U.S. Air Force Academy May 10 at America the Beautiful Park. The formation was part of the 20th Annual Pikes Peak Region Peace Officers Memorial Day Service. (US Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Carinae Samsel)

Lt. Col. Jennifer Reeves, 50th Operations Group deputy commander

Lt. Col. Jennifer Reeves, 50th Operations Group deputy commander

Captain jumps 2,500 times for fun

Capt. Matthew Shull, 3rd Space Operations Squadron, lands during a canopy piloting competition recently. According to the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale, or the International Air Sports Federation, canopy piloting involves a series of tasks designed to test a parachutist’s ability to control his canopy and fly accurately. Shull has participated in about 15 national, international and regional competitions. (Courtesy photo)

Schriever Single Airman Initiative

Master Sgt. James Powers, white shirt, completed a tandem jump during the Schriever Single Airman Initiative program skydiving activity Sept. 14 2012. The SAI program has provided funding for single airman activities this summer as well. (Photo courtesy Sky Dive Colorado)

Schriever mentors

Capt. Benjamin Andera, left and Capt. Gregory Tengco, both of the 3rd Space Experimentation Squadron, mentor Heaton Middle School students during a tour of the U.S. Air Force Academy April 30.

Continuity of Operations exercise

The 6th Space Operations Squadron executed primary command and control of DMSP operations during the April 15-19, 2013 Continuity of Operations exercise here. This included nineteen traditional reservists during annual tour days to participate in the event. Personnel from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, in Suitland, Md., traveled to Schriever AFB to provide key mission support during this year’s COOP. (U.S. Air Force photo).

Schriever DAF police

Officer Brad Bellas, Department of the Air Force policeman, checks identification from Staff Sgt. Kaylynn Perez 50th Security Forces Squadron, during a mock traffic stop May1 at Schriever Air Force Base.

Team Schriever run for SAAM

Clare Bar, 2nd Space Operations Squadron, finishes first during the Sexual Assault Awareness Month 5K fun run April 26 at the main fitness center. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes)