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  • A symbol of independence on Independence Day

    On June 10th, dozens of people gathered in Meriden, Conn. to watch the retirement of faded and worn American flags during the American Legion, Post 45 Disposal of Unserviceable Flags Ceremony. Many of the flags had been displayed in honor of deceased service members several years ago, while some had

  • Reservist helps brand Air Force Reserve at NBA Finals game

    Tech Sgt. Freddie Garza got to show the world his talent when he performed the National Anthem before 16.24 million television viewers and an energized crowd at the Cleveland Cavaliers Quicken Loans Arena for Game 4 of the NBA Finals. In the process, the Reserve Citizen Airman was able to give some

  • Rainier Medic provides medical training for Hawaii Reservists

    JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. -- Reserve Citizen Airmen based out of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, participated in Rainier Medic hosted by the 446th Airlift Wing, a joint training event meant to bring reserve units from all over the U.S. to Joint Base Lewis-McChord to practice field

  • Fireworks Safety 2018

    According to the Fireworks Information Center, more than 240 people go to the emergency room every day with fireworks-related injuries in the month around the Fourth of July.Fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burns and eye injuries.

  • 446th AES kicks it old school

    At the beginning of summer every year at Carter Lake Elementary School on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, students from military families take part in Camp Eagle. It’s an event where different military components from around JBLM are afforded the opportunity to explain something about their career

  • Washington Air National Guard hosts ESGR Bosslift

    Experiencing a midair refueling of fighter aircraft during a training mission with the Washington Air National Guard’s 141st Air Refueling Wing was an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for 60 civilian employers taking part in the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Bosslift program June

  • Aeromedical Squadron recognized AFRC’s best

    The 446th Airlift Wing Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron was recognized as the Air Force Reserve Command’s Squadron of the Year, Outstanding AFRC Aeromedical Aircrew Officer of the Year and Outstanding AFRC Aeromedical Aircrew SNCO of the Year.

  • 2017 Air Force Reserve Command Aeromedical Evacuation Award winners

    Congratulations to the following 2017 Air Force Reserve Command Aeromedical Evacuation Award winners:Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron of the Year Award: 446th AES, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Col. Cheryl Knight, CommanderOutstanding Aeromedical Evacuation Air Reserve Technician (ART) Officer of

  • Amazing Race boosts squadron morale

    Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 446th Airlift ‘Rainier’ Wing participated in the first-ever 446th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron amazing race morale event June 2. Airmen from the 446th AES developed a race adapted from the television reality game show “The Amazing Race.” In the television version,

  • Wing receives ESGR Seven Seals Award

    During the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve annual awards presentation, the 446th Airlift ‘Rainier’ Wing was presented the Seven Seals Award by Washington ESGR State Chairman John Patterson.

  • Reservist improves C-17 safety Air Force-wide

    Senior Airman Adam Olander, a crew chief assigned to the 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, was recently named the winner of the Air Force Reserve Command Lt. Gen. Leo Marquez award in the Aircraft Maintenance Technician category.

  • AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.