Altus Air Force Base News

 

  • AF mourns the loss of first chief master sergeant of the Air Force

    Former Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Paul Wesley Airey died March 11 in Panama City, Fla. "Chief Airey was an Airman's Airman and one of the true pioneers for our service," said Gen. Norton Schwartz, Air Force Chief of Staff. "He was a warrior, an innovator, and a leader with vision well

  • Altus A-Team implements cost saving, eco-friendly equipment

    The 97th Maintenance Directorate wheel and tire shop recently improved the way they wash aircraft wheels, which will save the Air Force more than $47,000 and reduce the amount of hazardous waste by more than 27,000 pounds annually. When the shop focused on increasing efficiency, the end result was

  • Forging a future: One warrior’s experience

    The only time most Americans will see Iraqi officials debating policies to rebuild the nation is on television or the Internet. But there are a select few with firsthand experience in providing expertise to Iraqi officials. Capt. Douglas Todd, 97th Mission Support Group executive officer was one of

  • Annual Award winners recognized

    The 97th Air Mobility Wing recognized its Annual Award winners in a ceremony Feb. 13. Among the winners were: Senior Airman Tiffany Scott, 97th Operations Support Squadron, winner of the Airman of the Year award. When asked why she won the award, Airman Scott, an aircrew flight equipment journeyman,

  • Combat firing range announcement

    The Combat Arms Firing Range, located on First Street, Bldg 399 is off limits to unauthorized personnel. The Combat Arms Firing Range is restricted to military weapons training only. Trespassing is illegal and dangerous because of gunfire. For access during duty hours, call the Combat Arms NCOIC,

  • Construction set to begin on entry gates

    Starting on or about Feb. 19, Altus Air Force Base is completing Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection upgrades to all the Installation Entry Control Points. The first gate to be upgraded is the South Gate.The South Gate will only be used for INBOUND COMMERCIAL TRAFFIC ONLY. All privately owned