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Feb. 2, 2022
Behind the Scenes of Launch Operations Support

One primary aspect of launches is safety. To help avoid possible injuries or dangerous situations, routines are set in place to protect the base and the community before every launch. The mastermind behind it all is Tech Sgt. Andrew McKenzie, non-commissioned officer in charge of Launch Operations
Aug. 10, 2021
Police Officer Aids Shark Bite Victim at Florida Beach

Christy Kalicharan, 45th Security Forces Squadron police officer, provided life saving aid to Gretta Lowry, shark bite victim and Cocoa Beach, Florida resident.
June 10, 2021
Defenders Seize $1.2 Million in Cocaine at CCSFS

Defenders from the 45th Security Forces Squadron seized nearly 30 kilograms of cocaine that washed ashore on a Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, beach, May 19, 2021.
May 17, 2021
Defenders honor National Police Week

From left to right, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Roderick Silvers, 21st Security Forces Squadron investigator; Officer Diego Loredo, 50th SFS Department of the Air Force police officer; U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christopher Landes, 50th SFS Response Force member; and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt.
Feb. 4, 2021
50th SFS moves to 8-hour shifts

The 50th Security Forces Squadron transitioned from a 12-hour schedule to an 8-hour shift Jan. 4 for its Defenders.

Behind the Scenes of Launch Operations Support