Stressing weapons safety provides security

Policies are in place to ensure the safety of base residents, employees and visitors by enforcing proper transportation and storage standards for personally owned weapons.It is illegal for anyone to carry a weapon on any federal installation or in a federal building. There are regulations in place

Altus AFB thanks community for their support with AADD

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