Altus Airman recognized for rescuing drowning victims

An Airman from the 97th Air Mobility Wing has been named the Air Education and Training Command Vanguard Award winner.U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Gates, flight chief of the 58th Airlift Squadron operations flight, has been awarded the Vanguard Award for commandeering a boat to pull two

Altus working dog team enhances security forces mission

 Military life can be tough, especially for those in security forces, whose first and foremost mission is to protect, defend and fight to enable Air Force joint and coalition missions. However, a select few Airmen get to face those day to day challenges with a furry, four-legged partner.U.S. Air

City of Altus plans for water quality improvements

 The City of Altus and community partners, including Altus Air Force Base, are coordinating to improve water quality and increase the supply of water to residents before 2016.The current water quality reports have revealed that the current supply exceeds the Environmental Protection Agency and state

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

Dental Clinic maintains Airmen’s medical readiness

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