Altus Air Force Base News

 

  • Managing the dorms

    After instructing Airmen on bay orderly duties and advising the dorm council members on their next obligation, the dorm managers continue with their daily tasking of monitoring the dorms and maintaining the quality of life for their residents."We make sure that the quality of life is up to

  • Seasonal Influenza Update

    With flu season in full swing, there are several steps that can be taken to protect you and your family. According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), influenza activity is at its peak during the months of January and February. Currently, there is widespread flu

  • Enlisted Airman to USAFA cadet

    Many people dream of attending the United States Air Force Academy, but for one Altus Airman, that dream will soon be a reality.On Jan. 30, 2015, Airman Eamon Shannon, a bioenvironmental engineering apprentice with the 97th Medical Group, received a letter of acceptance from the USAFA, realizing a

  • What you need to know about Measles

    You may have seen the recent news regarding the outbreak of measles in California.  Most of the cases have been connected to Disneyland/Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, Calif.  Measles was eliminated in the U.S. in the year 2000, yet an influx of the disease has risen in recent years due

  • Fueling the mobility mission

    The mission of fuels is to receive, maintain, and store dry, serviceable fuel and cryogenic products. The Airmen at fuels play a pivotal role when it comes to mission success.The job includes a wide variety of tasks, including truck and pump maintenance, managing fuel levels, and cryogenic servicing

  • Altus AFB inducts Honorary Commanders

    The 97th Air Mobility Wing hosted an Honorary Commander Induction Ceremony Jan. 26, 2015, at Club Altus. During the ceremony, local community members and business leaders were appointed as Honorary Commanders.Being an Honorary Commanders gives them opportunity to learn about the wing's mission and

  • Altus leverages Army National Guard jump training

    Even with the noise of the aircraft flying 1,000 feet above the ground, the mood is quiet on the evening of Jan. 23, 2015. "SIX MINUTES!," yells Staff Sgt. Laura Bourdlais, 58th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, before she opens the side door revealing the lights of San Antonio in the distance. Soon, 80

  • Biomedical Sciences Corps celebrates 50th Anniversary

    The Air Force designated Jan. 26 to 30 as Biomedical Sciences Corps Appreciation Week, to recognize and highlight the achievements of the men and women who comprise the BSC.Please join the Air Force in celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the BSC and recognizing the contributions of these outstanding

  • Civil Engineer Squadron renovates Altus AFB Fire Station, saves AF money

     Members of the 97th Civil Engineer Squadron completed a renovation project at the Altus AFB Fire Station Jan. 20 to comply with mission safety requirements and improve mission efficiency."There was an open mezzanine where the firefighters would store their equipment in lockers, and it was