Altus Air Force Base News

 

  • CONS re-designated from squadron to flight

     The 97th Contracting Squadron was re-designated as the 97th Contracting Flight during a ceremony inside the Freedom Community Center June 25, 2014. The ceremony also relieved U.S. Air Force Maj Roderick Edwards of command of the 97th CONS and U.S. Air Force Capt. Jon Hobart assumed command of the

  • Water Conservation Continues

    The ongoing drought in Southwest Oklahoma has made water conservation a top priority at Altus AFB. Having been at stage-three drought for over a year, Altus AFB strives to continue its conservancy procedures.Tom Steed Lake, where the City gets its water, sits at 27.2 percent capacity. According to

  • SAPR recycles for victims

    Cell phones upgrades come and go, why not have them go to a worthy cause? The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) office is recycling unwanted cell phones and small electronics to provide donations to domestic violence and sexual assault shelters."I feel it is important to give back to the

  • Power lines moving underground

    The 97th Air Mobility Wing is having their above ground power lines replaced with underground supplies. The lines being placed underground are less susceptible to weather and wildlife.In 2010, Southwest Oklahoma suffered a severe ice storm that caused a power outage for nearly two weeks. By the time

  • Altus Airmen strive to reduce the number of DUIs

    Altus Airmen are working to promote smart choices that prevent drunk driving.Airmen Against Drunk Driving is one resource available to Airmen. This program uses volunteers to transport Airmen back to their residences after a night of drinking.The Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment

  • Altus AFB, Fort Sill team up for Joint IG training

     Altus Air Force Base and Fort Sill Offices of the Inspector Generals gathered at the Falcon Range on Fort Sill June 11, 2014 to conduct joint IG professional development training. The training allowed the two offices a chance to share processes, techniques and personal experiences to help enhance

  • AF releases new feedback forms

    During the past year, Air Force leaders have been shaping a new and more comprehensive Air Force evaluation system for officers and enlisted Airmen.The new system is designed to better meet the needs of the Air Force and Airmen, differentiate more effectively between good and great performers, and

  • Commander announces IEA improvement projects

    Military, civilians and family members attended the CINC IEA Party at Wings of Freedom Park, June 6, 2014.The event, hosted by the Altus Chamber of Commerce, treated those in attendance with free food, drinks, live music, a dunk tank and activities like golf, bowling and swimming. The highlight of

  • Remembering Don McCombs

     Don McCombs, 97th Civil Engineer Squadron service contract monitor, passed away at his home May 14, 2014. He was 60 years old. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, four grandchildren and two brothers.McCombs selflessly served Altus AFB from 2005-2014 in the 97th CES as a contract specialist