916th Air Refueling Wing News

Russians Retreating From Around Kyiv, Refitting in Belarus

Jim Garamone — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:14:00 GMT

Roughly two-thirds of Russian forces used to target Ukraine's capital departed Kyiv and are refitting in Belarus, a senior defense official speaking on background said. 

Women mechanics power McConnell's KC-46 mission

Tech. Sgt. Abigail Klein — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 18:57:00 GMT

Further expanding McConnell's KC-46 Pegasus capability, the female members of the 931st Maintenance Group have turned more than wrenches, they have turned the tide of a typically male-dominated career field. Although the 931st MXG is comprised of more than 270 Reserve Citizen Airmen, approximately 40 or 14% of them are women. Despite this number, the drive of these mechanics to support McConnell's global flying mission outnumbers these statistics.

Air Force Reserve Council gets to work at AFA symposium

RE Public Affairs — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 17:34:00 GMT

The Air Force Reserve Council hosted its first in-person meeting in two years during the Air Force Association Warfighting Symposium here March 2. The council, made up of Reserve Citizen Airmen representing all statuses and ranks, is charged with identifying quality-of-life issues that affect Reservists and Air Force Reserve Command.

Reservist part-time Hurricane Hunter, full-time mission planner for International Space Station

Lt. Col. Marnee A. C. Losurdo — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 13:21:00 GMT

Since she was a child, one 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Reserve Citizen Airman was always fascinated

Department of the Air Force budget proposal focuses on transformation, modernization

DoD News — Mon, 28 Mar 2022 22:14:00 GMT

While transformation and modernization are needed in real time, the 2023 fiscal year proposal is designed to build momentum for additional transformation in future budgets.

Reserve Pioneer of Women in Aviation Celebrated through Art

DoD News — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:00:00 GMT

The contributions to aviation history of U.S. Air Force Reserve Col. (ret.) Kathy Cosand were celebrated this weekend with the unveiling of a fine art oil painting of her at the Women in Aviation International Conference in Nashville.

Ideas wanted for 2022 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo; at least $1M up for grabs

Shannon Carabajal — Sat, 19 Mar 2022 12:00:00 GMT

The campaign, open through June 6, gives military and civilian members of the Department of the Air Force’s mission and installation support community a chance to win part of $1 million or more in funding and resources to pursue their ideas.

Reserve Airman makes history with first USAF-piloted eVTOL vehicle flight

Jamal Sutter — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 13:41:00 GMT

Just south of his home in Brooklyn, New York, a young Terrence McKenna spent much of his childhood

DAF summer job opportunities for 700-plus qualified students

Toni Whaley — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:38:00 GMT

The Department of the Air Force is giving more than 700 students an opportunity to develop and hone

The Red Tail legacy continued through art

Tech. Sgt. Lauren M. Snyder — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:28:00 GMT

Slim, tall, with a contagious smile, Senior Airman Mia M. Evans, 332d Expeditionary Force Support Squadron services apprentice, incorporates art as a way to carry on the Red Tail legacy.

U.S. F-35s forward deploy to NATO’s eastern flank

DoD News — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:01:00 GMT

SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany -- Six F-35A aircraft from Hill Air Force Base's active duty 388th

Far from Home: Global Vikings deploy to European Theater in support of Allies

934th Airlift Wing Public Affairs — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 17:50:00 GMT

Aircrew and maintainers of the 934th Airlift Wing deployed to the EUCOM area of responsibility on Feb. 16, 2022. The Airmen were mobilized to satisfy a short-notice deployment as part of prudent steps the United States is taking to heighten the readiness of its forces at home and abroad so they are prepared to respond to a range of contingencies.

Exercises aren’t just PT

Jessica L. Kendziorek — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 20:05:00 GMT

Exercises for the normal base population are anywhere from one shift of work to one full week, for the planners it may take anywhere from 30 days to plan a simple exercise scenario to over a year to plan for more complex exercises.

‘Candy Bomber’ passes away at 101

DoD News — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:34:00 GMT

Starting his career in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1942, Halvorsen served as a pilot until his retirement in 1974, after accumulating more than 8,000 flying hours and 31 years of military service. He was also known as the "Candy Bomber."

Eight F-22 Raptors refuel with Okies

Lauren Kelly — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Eight F-22 Raptors with the 325th Fighter Wing at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 507th Air Refueling Wing from Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Feb. 7, 2022, while the Okies flew to the U.S. Virgin Islands for training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lauren Kelly)

In memory of 'Chappie': 1st US Black 4-star general

Katie Lange — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 20:01:00 GMT

There are numerous Black American service members who broke barriers and could be highlighted during Black History Month. On Feb. 11, however, it is the 101st birthday of Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James Jr., the first Black man to become a four-star general in any U.S. military branch.

Saturday processing days added by USMEPCOM to support recruiting partners

Susan VanBoening — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:00:00 GMT

MEPCOM announces that some Military Entrance Processing Stations will open on select Saturdays in 2022.

Like a Baton in a Relay, 916 SFS Changes Command

Staff Sgt. Mary McKnight — Sun, 06 Feb 2022 17:00:00 GMT

916th Security Forces Squadron Change of Command ceremony.

Department of the Air Force launches pilot program to incentivize optimized flying

DoD News — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 21:10:00 GMT

As part of its effort to streamline operations and increase aircraft range and capability, the Department of the Air Force launched the pilot Mission Execution Excellence Program to incentivize optimized flying on aircraft that consume the most fuel across the enterprise.

Transition Assistance Program

Jessica L. Kendziorek — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:45:00 GMT

As many men and women leave military service and return to civilian life, they undergo a process known as the military to civilian transition. To assist military members and their families, a program was established called the Transition Assistance Program.