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June 23, 2025
AETC operations director visits 97th AMW

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Jeffery Nelson, director of operations and communications for Air Education and Training Command, visited Altus Air Force Base, June 9, 2025. During his visit, Nelson connected with 97th Air Mobility Wing’s leaders to discuss key initiatives, explore new equipment, and
June 11, 2025
Airmen of Altus: Airman 1st Class Christopher Platt

Get to know the Airman of the Month for April, Airman 1st Class Christopher Platt, 97th Force Support Squadron force management technician from Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
June 10, 2025
Boosting readiness: AETC’s plan to train 1,500 pilots annually

To maintain air superiority, project global power, and ensure national security, the U.S. Air Force requires a consistent supply of trained aviators—specifically, 1,500 pilots per year.
June 9, 2025
97th AMW integrates with USAF Weapons School, enhancing readiness, lethality

Airmen from the 97th Air Mobility Wing integrated with the U.S. Air Force Weapons School to support a Joint Forcible Entry training scenario, simulating real-world combat operations at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, May 27–30, 2025.
June 6, 2025
A Life of Service: Pelino retires after 46 years

After 46 years of service, David Pelino, 97th Comptroller Squadron unit program coordinator, retired from civil service June 6, 2025, at Altus Air Force Base.
May 28, 2025
Memorial Day: Remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice

Airmen from the 97th Air Mobility Wing participated in a Memorial Day ceremony hosted by members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4876 at Altus, May 26, 2025.
May 21, 2025
97th CONF NCO Earns Highest Warrant Authority

Staff Sgt. Jacolbi Thomas, 97th Contracting Flight infrastructure flight chief, holds an unlimited contracting warrant, a rare achievement for an enlisted Airman. This warrant authorizes him to obligate the government for contracts of any dollar amount, a level of authority typically reserved for
May 20, 2025
97th SFS commemorates 2025 police week

The 97th Security Forces Squadron observed National Police Week with a series of events, honoring fallen defenders and showcasing the squadron’s role in supporting the Mighty 97th at Altus Air Force Base, May 11-16, 2025.
May 14, 2025
97th LRS wash rack revival: keeping our vehicles mission ready

To improve vehicle upkeep and operational efficiency, the 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron unveiled its updated wash rack at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, May 8, 2025.
May 13, 2025
Enid High School AFJROTC takes to the skies at Altus AFB

Students from Enid High School’s Air Force Junior ROTC took flight in a KC-46 Pegasus aircraft during their visit to Altus Air Force Base, Okla. on April 30, 2025.

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