News

Aug. 4, 2020
Protocol: masters of tradition

To ensure proper alignment with tradition, 97th Air Mobility Wing protocol office experts assist in the execution of military official ceremonies to honor the heritage they are founded on.
Aug. 3, 2020
97 OG collaborates with AFWERX, pilot training accelerates

By using emerging technology combined with the new standards for pilot training, the97th OG has created the Virtual/Enhanced Reality Training, Innovation and Generation Office (VERTIGO) program for pilot training.
July 30, 2020
AETC recognizes two Altus maintainers for superior performance

Two members of the 97th Maintenance Group at Altus Air Force Base were recently awarded the 2019 Air Education and Training Command Lt. Gen. Leo Marquez Award for the Civilian Manager and Technician categories.
July 16, 2020
KC-46 completes its first aeromedical evacuation mission

Over the course of six flights and 17 hours, the mission, which originated at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, transited five patients and two attendees to Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia; Patrick Air Force Base, Florida; and Travis AFB, California. The mission was evaluated by the Air Force Testing
June 30, 2020
The “Triangle Y” behind Mobility’s Hometown

On January 28, 1942, the U.S. Army Air Force established the 97th Bombardment Group. Its original mission: conduct antisubmarine patrols using the largest bomber aircraft of the time, the B-17 Flying Fortress. As time passed, the unit became one of the few heavy bombing groups to bomb Nazi territory
June 19, 2020
97 TRS gains first student-leader teal rope, newest SAPR liaison

The 97th Training Squadron gained its first student-lead teal rope, or Sexual Assault and Prevention Response liaison, June 16, 2020, at Altus Air Force Base, Okla.
June 19, 2020
Freedom to choose – A tribute to Juneteenth

“You can be anything that you want to be, as long as you set your mind to it,” is a saying I always grew up hearing from my mom, teachers, and mentors. As I was born in Columbus, Georgia and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, I did not get a chance to see much of the world.
June 10, 2020
Altus AFB youth receives regional level photography award

Molly Montier, a military child who attends the 97th Air Mobility Wing Youth Center, received first place at the southwest regional level for her photo submitted through the Boys and Girls Club of America (BGCA) 2020 Fine Art and Photography Show at Altus Air Force Base, Okla.
June 4, 2020
Mighty 97th conducts large formation exercise

Members of the 97th Air Mobility Wing conducted a large formation exercise, May 21, 2020 at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
May 29, 2020
97 FSS continues WAPS testing ahead of schedule

The 97th Force Support Squadron, Education and Training Testing Center recently resumed the Weighted Airman Promotion System testing May 11, 2020, after having to put testing on hold due to COVID-19 mitigation efforts since March 23, 2020.