Altus AFB Videos

   

A U.S. Air Force KC-46 Pegasus aircraft prepares to in-flight refuel a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 8, 2026. (Courtesy photo) Altus AFB: Where America’s Mobility Power Is Forged
Mark Sutherland, Air Mobility Command civic leader, sits in the cockpit of a U.S. Air Force KC-46 Pegasus aircraft at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 9, 2026. (Courtesy photo) Altus AFB: Where America’s Mobility Power Is Forged
Mark Sutherland, Air Mobility Command civic leader, is led through a C-17A Flight Simulator, known as a Weapon System Trainer, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 9, 2026. (Courtesy photo) Altus AFB: Where America’s Mobility Power Is Forged
Mark Sutherland, Air Mobility Command civic leader, participates in an interactive parachute building demonstration with Airmen assigned to the 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 9, 2026. (Courtesy photo) Altus AFB: Where America’s Mobility Power Is Forged
A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft is displayed at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 9, 2026. (Courtesy photo) Altus AFB: Where America’s Mobility Power Is Forged
Mark Sutherland, Air Mobility Command civic leader, poses with a pilot in the cockpit of a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 8, 2026. (Courtesy photo) Altus AFB: Where America’s Mobility Power Is Forged
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, pilots a KC-46 Pegasus during an immersion with the 97th Air Mobility Wing, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. A command pilot with more than 6,200 flying hours across multiple aircraft, Wilsbach took the controls of the Air Force’s newest tanker—demonstrating his commitment to remaining personally connected to the mission and the Airmen who execute it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathan Langston) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Staff Sgt. Kyle Hill, 58th Airlift Squadron aircrew, briefs U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach on C-17 Globemaster III aircraft operations during an immersion tour at Altus Air Force Base, Okla., April 16, 2026. The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases in the deployment area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, left, is briefed by Master Sgt. Andrew Hayden, 97th Civil Engineer Squadron Airman Dorm Leader superintendent, during a visit to Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The discussions emphasized the role Altus plays in developing the next generation of Airmen through high standards, accountability and technical excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, talks to, and takes photos with, Airmen after an all call at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The all call provided an opportunity for senior leaders to connect with Airmen at every level, answer questions, and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing today’s Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Hailey Haux) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
Airmen from across the 97th Air Mobility Wing attend an all call hosted by U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, speak during an immersion visit at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The all call provided an opportunity for senior leaders to connect with Airmen at every level, answer questions, and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing today’s Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Hailey Haux) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe speaks to Airmen during an all call, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The all call provided an opportunity for senior leaders to connect with Airmen at every level, answer questions, and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing today’s Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Hailey Haux) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Emily Moran, 97th Civil Engineer Squadron fire driver operator, asks a question during an all call hosted by U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, speak during an immersion visit at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The all call provided an opportunity for senior leaders to connect with Airmen at every level, answer questions, and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing today’s Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Hailey Haux) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, left, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, right, speak to Airmen during an all call, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The all call provided an opportunity for senior leaders to connect with Airmen at every level, answer questions, and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing today’s Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Hailey Haux) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach speaks to Airmen during an all call, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The all call provided an opportunity for senior leaders to connect with Airmen at every level, answer questions, and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing today’s Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Hailey Haux) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, center right, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, right, receive a Wing Brief from 97th Air Mobility Wing leadership, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. Altus AFB’s mission is to develop the decisive Mobility Force of the Future, falling directly in line with the CSAF’s priorities of fostering a warrior culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Hailey Haux) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, learns more about the 97th Operations Support Squadron’s innovation efforts in airdrop parachute recovery, using drones, during an immersion at Altus Air Force Base, Okla., April 16, 2026. The drone program saved time and resources by providing aid in recovering parachutes used in airdrops from the U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, center, speaks with Foundations, Airman Leadership School and Airman Dorm Leader instructors during a visit to Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The discussions emphasized the role Altus plays in developing the next generation of Airmen through high standards, accountability and technical excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, visits crew members of a C-17 Globemaster III, during an immersion with the 97th Air Mobility Wing, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases in the deployment area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach speaks to a Security Forces defender during an immersion at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. Highlighting the critical role Altus Airmen play in flying and maintaining some of the Air Force’s most vital aircraft, the senior leaders spent time on the flightline engaging with Airmen across multiple career fields. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
Mrs. Cindy Wilsbach, center, wife of U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, Dr. Doniel Wolfe, right, wife of Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, and U.S. Air Force Col. Adam Rosado, 97th Air Mobility Wing deputy commander, left, take a photo in front of the iconic Altus sign, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. During their visit, the two met with Key Support Liaisons, installation leaders and community partners to discuss quality-of-life priorities, including childcare, spouse employment, medical access and housing. They also toured the recently renovated Child Development Center to learn about best practices implemented during the project. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathan Langston) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, center, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, center right, speak to Fuels Airmen during an immersion at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The might of the 97th Air Mobility Wing was on full display, highlighting how Altus directly supports the Chief of Staff’s priorities. Guided by the wing’s vision—“Victory Begins Here”—Altus Airmen deliver the training and readiness that underpin global mobility operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathan Langston) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, visits crew members in the boom pod of a KC-135 Stratotanker, during an immersion with the 97th Air Mobility Wing, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. The 97th AMW is home to three schoolhouses—C-17 Globemaster III, KC-135 Stratotanker and KC-46 Pegasus—where they conduct initial and advanced specialty training programs for airland, airdrop, and air refueling mobility forces, providing global reach for combat and contingency operations, as well as relief operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathan Langston) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, left, speaks with Capt. Leif Joffre, 54th Aerial Refueling Squadron, right, during an immersion of the KC-135 Stratotanker with the 97th Air Mobility Wing, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 16, 2026. This unique asset showcases the U.S. Air Force’s ability to remain mission ready because it enhances the Air Force's capability to accomplish its primary mission of global reach. It also provides aerial refueling support to Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and allied nation aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathan Langston) US Air Force senior leaders engage with Airmen at Mobility’s Hometown
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Casey Lackie, 97th Training Squadron boom operator, lays in the boom pod of a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft with Chief Master Sgt. Dennis Fuselier, 21st Air Force command chief and an Air Mobility Command (AMC) civic leader at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 9, 2026. AMC senior leaders and civic leaders had the opportunity to tour the boom pod and cockpit of a KC-135. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) AMC civic leaders gain insight into Altus mission
Scott Weaver, 97th Maintenance Squadron corrosion section chief, addresses Air Mobility Command (AMC) civic leaders at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 9, 2026. AMC senior leaders and civic leaders had the opportunity to learn about the mission-critical work of the 97th Maintenance Squadron in maintaining the U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, KC-46 Pegasus aircraft, and KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) AMC civic leaders gain insight into Altus mission
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Dennis Fuselier, 21st Air Force command chief, talks with an Airman assigned to the 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron about parachute packing at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 9, 2026. Air Mobility Command senior leaders and civic leaders had the opportunity to visit with Airmen assigned to the 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron and participate in an interactive parachute building demonstration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) AMC civic leaders gain insight into Altus mission
U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gerald Donohue, Interim Air Mobility Command (AMC) deputy commander, views an interactive parachute building demonstration at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 9, 2026. The visit from AMC senior leaders and civic leaders reinforced the strong partnership between Altus and AMC. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright) AMC civic leaders gain insight into Altus mission