ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- An active duty Airman assigned to the 54th Air Refueling Squadron was killed in a bicycle accident yesterday.
The individual’s name is being withheld until 24hrs following the notification of his next of kin.
“It is the worst kind of tragedy when we lose a member of our Air Force family,” said Col Eric Carney, 97th Wing commander. “Our thoughts and prayers will remain with the family during this process. We ask that the privacy of the family is respected as they grieve. Our top priority is ensuring the welfare of the family and friends affected by this tragedy.”
The cause of the accident is under investigation.
The 54th Air Refueling Squadron is the sole Air Education and Training Command KC-135R flying training squadron and provides KC-135R initial and advanced flight qualification. As the tanker Formal Training Unit (FTU), the squadron's mission continues to encompass the training of all active duty, guard, reserve and international KC-135 crewmembers.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE BY PHONE AT 580-481-7700, OR 580-649-7600. OR VIA EMAIL AT 97AMW.PA@US.AF.MIL
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