Innovation leads to safe maintenance, increased production

Once again the ingenuity and expertise of the 97th Maintenance Directorate, or A-TEAM, has paid huge dividends. Two jet engine mechanics, with the help of an independent contractor, designed and created engine maintenance stands specifically intended for C-17 aircraft. These stands, after only a

Summary Court Officer Announcement

It is with deep regret that we announce the untimely demise of Master Sgt. Christopher A. Sward (Active Duty), 97th Medical Support Squadron, Altus Air Force Base, Okla. Capt. Alexander Pierce, (580) 481-5210, has been appointed the Summary Court Officer. All claims for or against the decedent's

Gradual descent, immediate action: Prepare now for changes to fitness standards

At least one Airman assigned to Dover Air Force Base, Del., believes monthly physical fitness (PT) testing is good for the Air Force and beneficial to unit members; meanwhile, the service is getting fatter. Airman 1st Class David Witz, 436th Operations Support Squadron, is the PT leader quoted in

Mitten Tree Social helps local children

58th Airlift Squadron has new commander

Altus 'biggest player' in strategic airlift exercise

Twelve Altus Air Force Base aircraft took part in a Mobility Air Forces Exercise Nov. 19. The 97th Air Mobility Wing aircraft, six C-17 Globemasters and six KC-135 tankers, simulated strategic airdrop and in-flight refueling operations to prove their ability to conduct such missions in a combat

Leadership Altus group learns about wing, mission

The Leadership Altus group, a collection of civic leaders and prominent community figures under the guidance of the Altus Chamber of Commerce, was given a detailed account of the 97th Air Mobility Wing mission at a dinner Nov. 24. After a tour of the base the group listened to a wing mission

Healthier through helping: Volunteerism adds to life

There's nothing selfish about self-care. Exercise, a balanced diet, yoga, meditation, and holistic living may be activities pursued by individuals hoping to prolong life, to make existence more comfortable, or to flesh out inner needs for fulfillment; but there's more than one way to crack the

The vision of one becomes reality for all

As construction crews start placing concrete pads on the parade ground, the vision of Col. David Allvin, 97th Air Mobility Wing commander, is finally becoming reality. When the project is completed there will be two static aircraft displays on the east end of the field and a fantastic formal stage

Plan to attend the base tree lighting ceremony