Altus Air Force Base News

 

  • 97 AMW in Photos

    The 97th Air Mobility Wing received two additional KC-46 Pegasus, May 18, 2019, at Altus AFB, Okla. These new aircraft will mark the fourth and fifth KC-46s in the bases inventory.

  • 97 AMW in Photos

    The Altus AFB 97th Security Forces Squadron hosted a community event in celebration of Police Week, May 16, 2019, at the Altus Community Center. This event showcased the 97th SFS mission and what they do on a daily basis to keep the installation and the community safe.

  • 97 AMW In Photos

    The Altus AFB 97th Security Forces Squadron hosted a Sheepdog Shootout in celebration of Police Week, May 15, 2019, at the 97 SFS base Firing Range consisting of four different stations where participants had to shoot through obstacles that tested their skills and accuracy.

  • 97 SFS Kicks Off Police Week with Memorial Ceremony

    The 97th Security Forces Squadron began their observance of Police Week with a memorial at the Wings of Freedom Park May 13, 2019 at Altus Air Force Base, Okla. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day, furthermore designating the

  • Military Spouses Honored by 97 AMW

    The 97th Air Mobility Wing celebrated Military Spouse Appreciation Day with a luncheon hosted by the wing commander with guest speakers.

  • Spouse Support Comes Full Circle

    Mrs. Lynne Bailey, 97 Maintenance Group Key Spouse explains the support that comes from and with military spouses, celebrating Military Spouse Appreciation Day.

  • 97 LRS Warrior Challenge

    Five four-person teams from 97th Air Mobility Wing competed in the 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron Warrior Challenge May 6, 2019, at Altus Air Force Base, Okla. The 2.5 mile event measured their physical strength and military knowledge in areas such as weapon assembly and function checks,

  • 40th Boom Symposium welcomes new era of air refueling

    Boom operators from across the world met at Altus for the 40th Annual Boom Symposium April 26 – 27, 2019. The event included professional development briefings, a retreat ceremony at the Boom Operator Memorial and a heritage banquet dinner.