Altus Air Force Base

Altus Air Force Base

Instilling core values: Tech. Sgt. Dodd's commitment to her Airmen

Instilling core values: Tech. Sgt. Dodd's commitment to her Airmen

Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss
A New Era in Airshows: 56 ARS introduces KC-46 demo team

A New Era in Airshows: 56 ARS introduces KC-46 demo team

Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss
Honoring Service and Sacrifice: 97 AMW Veterans Day Tribute

Honoring Service and Sacrifice: 97 AMW Veterans Day Tribute

Airman 1st Class Lauren Torres
More than just a game

More than just a game

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Altus AFB first sergeants: leading with discipline, mentorship, and compassion

Altus AFB first sergeants: leading with discipline, mentorship, and compassion

Senior Airman Miyah Gray

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jordan Dodd, 97th Training Squadron master military training leader, right, poses for a photo with friends in a C-130 aircraft in Kuwait in 2017. Dodd received an Air Force Commendation Medal with a combat device for her service during her first deployment. (courtesy photo)

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jordan Dodd, 97th Training Squadron (TRS) master military training leader, addresses 97 TRS tech school Airmen at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Nov. 15, 2024. Dodd finds it rewarding to help Airmen through technical training and celebrate their success at graduation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jordan Dodd, 97th Training Squadron master military training leader (MTL), left, receives an MTL aiguillette at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Nov. 9, 2022. As an MTL, Dodd committed to instilling the Air Force core values in her Airmen. (courtesy photo)

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jordan Dodd, 97th Training Squadron master military training leader, left, and Staff Sgt. Preston Dodd, 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron plans and programs supervisor, pose for a photo with their two sons in Altus, Oklahoma, Nov. 2023. Dodd enjoys playing video games with her 4-year-old son and toy cars with her 18-month-old. (courtesy photo)

A KC-46 Pegasus aircraft from Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, executes a fly-over at The Wings and Warriors Fly-In at San Marcos, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The demo team showcased the KC-46’s air refueling and slow-speed maneuvering capabilities by executing a high-speed pass with the boom deployed at 500 feet, followed by a pass with the gear and flaps down. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)

A KC-46 Pegasus aircraft from Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, executes a fly-over at The Wings and Warriors Fly-In at San Marcos, Texas, Nov. 9, 2024. The goal of the fly-over was to give spectators a glimpse into the aircraft’s unique capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)

The 56th Air Refueling Squadron’s KC-46 Pegasus demo team and members from the 97th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron pose for a photo at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Nov. 9, 2024. From left to right, the team consists of Thomas Turner, engine mechanic, Tech. Sgt. Lacy Pickett, boom operator, Staff Sgt. Braydon Scarborough, boom operator, Maj. Brian Weeks, pilot, Maj. Gary Sowa, pilot, Capt. Jeremy Delzer, pilot, Staff Sgt. AJ Gac, boom operator, and William Guenther, avionics technician. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gary Sowa, 97th Operations Group KC-46 demo team lead, displays the KC-46 Pegasus demo team patch at Kelly Field, Texas, Nov. 8, 2024. The demo team consisted of six members: three pilots and three boom operators. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)

U.S. Air Force Col. Amanda Knotts, 97th Mission Support Group commander, speaks at the VFW Post 4876 at Altus, Oklahoma, Nov. 11, 2024. Knotts shared how serving in the military was a tradition in her family growing up, with her mom and dad both having served in the U.S. Navy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Torres)

A photo of the veterans of foreign wars flag, the U.S. Air Force flag, and the U.S. flag displayed on cupcakes at the VFW Post 4876 at Altus, Oklahoma, Nov. 11, 2024. The VFW is a nonprofit organization that serves veterans through legislative advocacy, community service programs, and programs for young people and educators. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Torres)

A photo of wreaths presented at the Jackson County War Memorial at Altus, Oklahoma, Nov. 11, 2024. Members of VFW Post 4876 and Col. Amanda Knotts, 97th Mission Support Group commander, presented the wreaths in honor of Veterans Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Torres)

Members of the VFW Post 4876 lay wreaths in honor of Veterans Day at the Jackson County War Memorial at Altus, Oklahoma, Nov. 11, 2024. A wreath-laying ceremony is a formal way to honor and remember those who have served and died, and to show commitment to their memory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Torres)

Airmen of the Blue Knights Honor Guard from Altus Air Force Base, stand at attention at the Jackson County War Memorial at Altus, Oklahoma, Nov. 11, 2024. The Blue Knights performed TAPS and a 21-gun salute during a ceremony in honor of Veterans Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Torres)

U.S. Air Force Col. Amanda Knotts, 97th Mission Support Group commander, delivers a speech at the VFW Post 4876 at Altus, Oklahoma, Nov. 11, 2024. In her speech, Knotts expressed gratitude for the men and women who have served before her. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Torres)

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Evan Vandermay, 97th Comptroller Squadron and Wing Staff Agencies first sergeant, performs a room inspection at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Nov. 8, 2024. First sergeant’s primary mission is the health and well-being of Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Andres Posada, 97th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) acting first sergeant, interacts with Airmen from the 97 SFS at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Nov. 7, 2024. Posada took on his role after attending a First Sergeant Symposium in order to become an additional duty first sergeant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)

First Sergeants from the 97th Air Mobility Wing pose for a photo during a master sergeant release party at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Aug. 23, 2024. First sergeants advise commanders on the readiness, health, morale, welfare, and quality of life of Airmen and families. (courtesy photo)

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Daniel Bagwell (left), 97th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) first sergeant, runs with Airmen from the 97 CES during a Prisoner of War/Missing in Action run at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Sept. 20, 2024. Bagwell has been a first sergeant since 2020. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)

Airmen from Altus Air Force Base and Fort Sill Soldiers pose for a photo following an Armed Services Softball Championships game at Altus, Oklahoma, Oct. 12, 2024. The championship included three teams, the “Oklahoma Guzzlers,” Airmen and Soldiers both active duty and retired, the “Homeplate Heroes,” Airmen from the 97th Mission Support Group, and the “Rat Pack,” Airmen from the 58th Airlift Squadron. (courtesy photo)

The “Oklahoma Guzzlers” pose for a photo following an Armed Services Softball Championships game at Altus, Oklahoma, Oct. 12, 2024. The Guzzlers are a team comprised of active duty and retired Soldiers and Airmen from Altus and Fort Sill, Oklahoma. (courtesy photo)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Garrett Royce, 58th Airlift Squadron (AS) instructor loadmaster, conducts a morning brief at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 28, 2024. Royce gives briefs daily to 58th AS student pilots, which includes weather, flying schedules, and current operation notes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)

U.S. Air Force Col. Jeff Marshall, 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Justin Brundage, 97th AMW command chief award Senior Airman Garrett Royce, 58th Airlift Squadron instructor loadmaster, a certificate for being the Sept. Airmen of the Month, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 28, 2024. Royce enjoys the numerous travel opportunities around the world that come with his Air Force career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Torres)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Garrett Royce, 58th Airlift Squadron (AS) instructor loadmaster, poses for a photo at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 28, 2024. Royce decided to join the military at a young age, inspired by his older brother in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jamie Stiffler, 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) deputy wing chaplain, speaks to Lt. Col. Shanti Jones, 97th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron commander, along with Airmen from across the 97 AMW during a casualty response training at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 21, 2024. During a crisis, the chaplain provides spiritual support, counseling and emotional care to service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)

U.S. Air Force Col. Claudia Eid, 97th Medical Group commander, interacts with leaders from across the 97th Air Mobility Wing as they participate in a casualty response training at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 21, 2024. During the exercise, squadron and group command teams were given a scenario that they had to address, with the help and guidance of six support agencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)

Leadership from the 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) Wing Staff Agencies speak to Senior Airman Cody Brewer, 97 AMW command post emergency operations controller, during a casualty response training at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 21, 2024. During the exercise, commanders were provided with realistic scenarios designed to challenge their decision-making skills and response strategies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)

U.S. Air Force Col. Jeff Marshall, 97th Air Mobility Wing commander, addresses leaders from across the 97th Air Mobility Wing during a casualty response exercise at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 21, 2023. The exercise gave squadron and group commanders a chance to practice their ability to respond to potential incidents involving fatalities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)