AETC Deputy Commander Visits 97 AMW

97th AMW remembers Staff Sgt. Andrew Bubacz

On November 12, 2010, the 97th Air Mobility Wing lost a valued member of our team. Staff Sgt. Andrew Bubacz was assigned to the 97th Communications Squadron while at Altus Air Force Base. Bubacz was tasked to deploy to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom where he made the ultimate

Heartlink Spouse Orientation: Empowers spouses through integration

Whether it is a military member’s first, next or last duty station, traveling to a new location is almost inevitable in a military career. Having to start over is difficult for the whole family, requiring them to learn about a new base’s mission, location and people. In order to ease the process of

NASCAR invites 97 AMW Airmen to Texas Motor Speedway

The sound of a loud engine is a familiar one to Air Force Base personnel, but on Nov. 4, 2018, Airmen from the 97th Air Mobility Wing were invited to hear engines of a different kind.

97 AMW implements local DTS help desk

Travel in the military happens sporadically throughout an individual’s career. Ranging from days to months anywhere across the globe, travel is almost inevitable. When Airmen are traveling, they must keep track of their travel costs while performing their duties. That is accomplished through the

97 AMW First Wing to Receive Cutting-Edge Simulator

Virtual reality is a relatively new medium that has allowed for major innovation in the entertainment industry and is now providing potential lifesaving training for the base Fire Department.

Trick-or-Treat 97 AMW Style: 10th Annual Fall Festival

The 97th Air Mobility Wing Chapel held Fall Fest, Oct. 31, 2018, at Altus AFB, Okla.

97 AMW Airmen challenged by fire muster

Airmen assigned to the 97th Air Mobility Wing competed in the annual Fire Muster competition, Oct. 26, 2018, at Altus Air Force Base.

97th AMW family learns fire prevention

The base fire department held a parade and open house for Fire Prevention Week, October 27, 2018 at Altus AFB.

Commanders, Superintendents, First Sergeant Challenge

The event was the Group Commander, Squadron Commander and Superintendent Challenge, where base leadership experienced what it’s like being a firefighter by competing in various events simulating what the 97th Civil Engineer Squadron members have to do in their job.