News

  • Reserve maintainer earns Air Mobility Command award

    Sometimes, when you observe a person at work carrying a pen and clipboard, most likely they're trying to avoid work and not be bothered. But not Master Sgt. Thomas Sullins. The burly production superintendent strides through the 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron with gusto and purpose. If he isn't

  • Aeromedical evacuation Airmen train for mass casualties

    The 446th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron here assisted with the exercise Arctic Spring, June 3. The exercise assesses procedures and communications between organizations in preparation for mass-movement of inbound patients in the aftermath of a large natural disaster. Participants in the exercise

  • Reserve Airmen, junior officers invited to professional development seminar

    The 446th Airlift Wing's annual career workshop is now the Professional Development seminar. This year's theme is "Leading Regardless of Rank."  The next seminar is Aug. 10-11, in Hangar 9.  The cost is free. All enlisted Reservists and junior officers are invited. According to Master Sgt. James

  • News In Brief

    Maintenance group change of command set for August Col. Jon Huguley will hand off command of the 446th Maintenance Group to Col. William Anholt on Aug. 9 at 1 p.m., in a ceremony in Hangar 9. Colonel Huguley is moving to Robins AFB, Ga., to take a civilian position. Colonel Anholt is coming to

  • Salutes for June

    Promotions Technical Sergeant Lana Grice, 446th ASTS Justin Haopili, 97th AS Benjamin Kolesar, 446th AMXS Michael Norman, 446th AMXS Jesse Roberts, 446th AMXS Staff Sergeant Chad Adamson, 446th AMXS Raymond Altamirano, 446th AW Dustin Ballard, 446th MXS Derek Brady, 728th AS Christopher Buck, 446th

  • Reservists drive deployment support

    Support for ongoing operations doesn't always mean deploying overseas. Such is the case with Reserve transportation specialists from the 86th Aerial Port Squadron here. The 86th APS has been filling in at McChord for deployed Airmen from the 62nd Airlift Wing's transportation operation. The

  • Reservists have more options when using education benefits

    Chapters 1606, 1607, and 33 are not in books, but they'll help you pay for your books for college. They all refer to the educational benefits Reservists have at their disposal. Now more than ever, Reservists can choose from several different educational benefits. Think of it as shopping for clothes

  • Special Olympics still seeking volunteers

    The 2009 Washington State Special Olympics will be held at McChord Air Force Base and Fort  Lewis, Wash., May 29-31. To make this event successful, more volunteers are need. The volunteer opportunities start May 28 and include assisting with the Opening Ceremony, the Victory Dance and Happening

  • Accessories make the uniform - when done properly

    Every outfit needs accessories, right? Well, you can dress up you your uniform with accessories, as long as you remain within the guidelines outlined in AFI 36-2903. Women often add additional items to the basic uniform, which raises questions about whether it is in compliance. Here are some quick

  • Medical professionals earn recognition for great work

    Lt. Gen. Charles Stenner, Air Force Reserve Command commander, recently recognized deployed Reserve Airmen from the 446th Airlift Wing, McChord Air Force Base, Wash., along with the rest of their medical team, by handing out commander coins in a ceremony here. General Stenner recognized these

  • Reserve wing assists NASA

    An aircrew of five Reservists from the 313th Airlift Squadron here supported NASA May 5-7 by flying a pair of cutting-edge radar apertures and support equipment to Thule, Greenland. The two radar units are intended to monitor global climate change by mapping Earth's surface topography and the

  • Three wings come together to sharpen combat skills

    Reserve and active-duty Airmen here returned tired, but well-trained, after a week-long deployment to Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center in Michigan May 2-8. The mobility exercise was the second of three such training scenarios designed to prepare McChord Airmen for both real-world deployments

  • News Briefs

    Maintenance group commander departing for job in Georgia A farewell dinner for Col. Jon and Susan Huguley will be June 6 at 6 p.m. in the McChord Club. Dress is Northwest casual for a Southern Buffet. Cost is $20 per person. Contact Patti Holloway at 982-3830 for more information. Colonel Huguley