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AETC deputy commander delivers AAFB’s newest KC-46

Airmen pose for a photo with the 97th Air Mobility Wing’s newest KC-46 Pegasus on Altus Air Force Base (AFB), Oklahoma, Aug. 6, 2021. The new aircraft is the 7th KC-46 to come to Altus AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amanda Lovelace)

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AETC deputy commander delivers AAFB’s newest KC-46

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. William Spangenthal, Air Education and Training Command deputy commander, greets base leaders on Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Aug. 6, 2021. Spangenthal arrived to the base on the 97th Air Mobility Wing’s newest KC-46 Pegasus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amanda Lovelace)

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97 AMW command team receives highest honor

Members of the 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) present a shadow box to Col. Matthew Leard, 97th AMW commander, to commemorate his induction into the Order of the Flaming Spear, May 21, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base (AFB), Oklahoma. Leard was the 16th member of Altus AFB to be inducted into the Order of the Flaming Spear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Breanna Klemm)

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97 AMW command team receives highest honor

Members of the 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) present a shadow box to Chief Master Sgt. Randy Kay II, 97th AMW command chief, to commemorate his induction into the Order of the Flaming Spear, May 21, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base (AFB), Oklahoma. Kay was the 15th member of Altus AFB to be inducted into the Order of the Flaming Spear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Breanna Klemm)

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97 AMW command team receives highest honor

Chief Master Sgt. Laura Hoover, 97th Operations Group superintendent, presents a plaque to Charise Leard, spouse of Col. Matthew Leard, 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) commander, and Jenny Blaser-Kay, spouse of Chief Master Sgt. Randy Kay II, 97th AMW command chief, May 21, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. They were awarded for their devotion and support to enlisted members of Mobility’s Hometown. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Breanna Klemm)

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97 AMW command team receives highest honor

Members of the Altus Blue Knights Honor Guard Team wait to present the American and Air Force flag during the start of the Order of the Flaming Spear ceremony, May 21, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. First implemented on Jan. 28, 1999, the 97th AMW Order of the Flaming Spear is the highest honor and tribute that the Altus AFB enlisted corps can bestow upon an individual, or in this case, individuals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Breanna Klemm)

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97 AMW command team receives highest honor

Pens are arranged for 97th Air Mobility Wing members to sign their attendance during the Order of the Flaming Spear ceremony, May 21, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. This was the first time two people were inducted into the order at the same time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Breanna Klemm)

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‘Mobility’s Hometown’ mothers share mottos for motherhood

Master Sgt. Janiece Lucky, 97th Mission Support Group first sergeant, poses for a photo with her children, May 4, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Her motto is to have proper work-life integration, as her family and her job are two important parts of her life. Her advice is to be receptive to other perspectives, but trust yourself know what your kids need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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‘Mobility’s Hometown’ mothers share mottos for motherhood

Left, Staff Sgt. Lucille Galang, 97th Communications Squadron base equipment custodian, and Tech Sgt. Kylee Galang, 97th Training Squadron military training leader, pose for a photo with their son, May 4, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Their motto as parents is to “be the mother you want your child to remember,” by showing their son everyday how much they love him. Their advice to other moms is to take care of themselves so their children can have them at their best. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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‘Mobility’s Hometown’ mothers share mottos for motherhood

Master Sgt. Stacie Hamilton, 97th Healthcare Operations Squadron pharmacy flight chief, poses for a photo with her children, April 29, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Her motto is to always share the truth with her children. She is honest with them about her work and how it can affect the family. Her advice to others is to attend your kid’s events, include them in personal plans as much as possible, and to enjoy “proud parent” moments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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‘Mobility’s Hometown’ mothers share mottos for motherhood

Senior Airman Janae Goss, 97th Contracting Flight contracting specialist, poses for a photo with her child, May 7, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Her motto is that children don’t need a “perfect” mom, they need a “happy” mom. Her advice to other mothers is, even on the worst day, to feel confident in knowing that they are doing everything possible for their children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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‘Mobility’s Hometown’ mothers share mottos for motherhood

Amy Tarnowski, spouse of Lt. Col. Matthew Tarnowski, 97th Training Squadron commander, poses for a photo with her child, May 5, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Her motto as a mother is that most things are temporary, and that aspects of her child’s young life will be missed one day. Her advice to other moms is to build a “tribe” so mothers don’t have to parent on their own. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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Month of the Military Child Parade salutes local children

Base residents wave at the 58th Airlift Squadron’s mascot as part of the Month of the Military Child parade, April 24, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Month of the Military Child is a time to salute military families and their children for the daily sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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Month of the Military Child Parade salutes local children

Base residents wave at 97th Air Mobility Wing mascots as part of the Month of the Military Child parade, April 24, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The mascots present for the parade were Earl the safety squirrel, Sparky the fire dog, Twisty the tornado and the 58th Airlift Squadron’s rat mascot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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Month of the Military Child Parade salutes local children

Vehicles in the Month of the Military Child parade line up to drive around base housing, April 24, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Attendants of the parade included members from the 97th Civil Engineer, 97th Security Forces Squadron, 97th Operations Support Squadron, 97th Wing Staff Agencies, and the 58th Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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Month of the Military Child Parade salutes local children

Base residents watch as the Month of the Military Child parade drives around base housing, April 24, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. This year’s parade featured 12 vehicles from different units around the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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Month of the Military Child Parade salutes local children

A member for the Month of the Military Child parade prepares to throw candy to children, April 24, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Candy was tossed out during the parade for children and base residents to enjoy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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Month of the Military Child Parade salutes local children

Base residents watch as the Month of the Military Child parade drives around base housing, April 24, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. During the month, supporters of the cause wore purple to symbolize all branches of the military. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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Month of the Military Child Parade salutes local children

Month of the Military Child paraders line vehicles up to drive around base housing, April 24, 2021, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The Month of the Military Child started with a proclamation signed by the base commander and local mayor, April 1, 2021. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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AAFB community enhances employment potential through ‘SUPER Sk

State, base, community, and business leaders perform a ceremonial ribbon cutting for a new community work center, March 5, 2021, at Altus, Oklahoma. Leaders created the center to give military spouses feeling isolated at home, whether employed or unemployed, the chance to take part in a communal work environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Dowell)

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Click on the link below to see all the photos from Altus AFB's official ceremonies.

Altus AFB Flickr Albums