Altus Air Force Base News

 

  • Recreational flying of UAS is prohibited on base

    The recreational use of Unmanned Aerial Systems, also known as drones, have been suspended on Altus until further notice.Aircraft that fall under the definition of an UAS include, but are not limited to, quadcopter, multicomputer and model airplane.Previously, recreational flying of these systems

  • Trained to control

    Air traffic controllers have the job of navigating and managing the airspace to ensure that aircraft are safe from takeoff to landing, including tracking their flights. With all that responsibility, air traffic controllers have to know their job inside and out. While technical school provides Airmen