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Oct. 26, 2018
97th Operations Group: Constantly learning and constantly training

The 97th Operations Group participated in a training day October 20, 2018, on Altus AFB.
Oct. 26, 2018
Breaking Routines: 97 AMW members walk kids to school

Students from L. Mendel Rivers Elementary School walked with 97 AMW Company Grade Officers, teachers and parents for a nation-wide Walk to School Day event, October 24, 2018, at Altus AFB, Okla.
Oct. 23, 2018
Honoring Tradition: 97 AMW Welcomes Newest Blue Knights

The 97th Air Mobility Wing held an Honor Guard graduation ceremony on Oct. 22, 2018 to welcome the newest members of the Blue Knights. Honor Guard’s primary mission is to professionally represent the U.S. Air Force at all public ceremonies both state-side and abroad.
Oct. 22, 2018
New commander takes charge of the 730th AMTS

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Douglas Jeffrey assumed command of the 730th Air Mobility Training Squadron at Altus AFB, Oct 19, 2018.
Oct. 16, 2018
A Community Committed to Airmen: 97 AMW and the Committee of 100

The Altus Committee of 100 held a quarterly dinner for Airmen who are new to Altus AFB or have recently returned from deployment, Oct. 15, in Altus, Okla.
Oct. 12, 2018
97 AMW Member Wins Air Force Food Service Excellence Award

A member of the 97th Air Mobility Wing has taken home an award, not only for skills in her job, but her ability to share her knowledge with others.Managed by the Air Force Services Activity and named after one of the most influential members of the services career field, the Arthur J. Myers Food
Oct. 11, 2018
97 AMW Members Learn Community Heritage

Members of the 97th Air Mobility Wing receive the opportunity to tour local farms every year during Farm City Week. This year it was held from Oct. 2, 2018, through Oct. 5, 2018. This event provided members of the base with the chance to strengthen community relations while learning about the
Oct. 4, 2018
Doing More With More: 97 AMW Squadron Superintendents Course

At the head of every unit, there is a triad of leadership: it is the commander, first sergeant and superintendent who are charged with leading, training and disciplining their Airmen who complete the mission. Commanders and first sergeants undergo formal training on handling their units, but
Oct. 3, 2018
97 AMW “Grows” Ties with Local Farmers

In the City of Altus, there is a close relationship between the community and the 97th Air Mobility Wing.
Oct. 2, 2018
97 Security Forces Squadron Increases Defensive Capability

At a moment's notice, security forces members must be able to secure the installation entry points, or gates, for the protection and well-being for the members of the 97th Air Mobility Wing. These events are high-stress situations, so quality hands-on training is mandatory in order to be ready to

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