FSCT-M Airmen train in advance of deployment

DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. – Ten Airmen from three bases across Air Force Reserve Command are receiving consolidated training for their upcoming deployment to Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations. The week-long Force Support Contingency Training-Mortuary Course provides real-world mortuary training

Matt Metschke: A path paved to AFMAO

In tragedy, pain and sorrow, Matt Metschke saw an opportunity to give dignity, honor and respect to the highest degree. Thirteen fallen service members lay before him. Where most people would turn away, he knew he was right where he needed to be – using the opportunity he worked his whole career to

PACAF mortuary manager sets battle rhythm

The mortuary enterprise spans the globe and requires spatially separated locations that work in tandem to provide uninterrupted and immediate support to various commands. One Airman in the Pacific Air Forces Command has made it a point to make waves in the best way possible.

Command, control and communication training strengthens 24/7 operations

The Command, Control and Communication section of Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations is a 24-hour operations center that constantly tracks overseas mortuary cases throughout the Department of Defense. When a fallen service member is directed to Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, C3 controllers are

Dover AFB Honorary Commanders learn the mission of AFMAO

Leading from within: AFMAO trainers develop teammates

Members of the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations carry team must be prepared at a moment’s notice to provide dignity, honor and respect to the fallen. The physical requirements for the team’s movements are numerous and precise, and perfection is paramount. To ensure this no-fail mission is

Mortuary personnel enhance knowledge of human bones at osteology course

Four members of Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations attended the comparative osteology course at the University of Tennessee Knoxville Forensic Anthropology Center.

Taking a "paws" for resiliency

The Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations resiliency team coordinated a visit with K-9's from the Tri-State Canine Response Team, Feb. 7, to meet and interact with personnel assigned to the mortuary. 

AFMAO teams with Quilts of Valor for sew day

Members of Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations teamed up with the Quilts of Valor Foundation, Feb. 4, to create blocks for quilts during the QOV annual sew day.

AFMAO revitalizes fitness program

This year, Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations is changing the way it uses fitness to empower today's Airmen. AFMAO's required physical training is transitioning from twice per month to once a week. Additionally, weekly optional fitness programs are returning to AFMAO for the first time since