News

Feb. 16, 2017
Cody testifies before SASC on importance of Airmen, families

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody testified on the importance of Airmen and their families before the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel Feb. 14 on Capitol Hill.
Feb. 15, 2017
Air Force doctor solves NASA’s poop problem

Laughlin’s 47th Medical Group commander helped solve a long-time problem for citizens of Earth who are launched into space.
Feb. 15, 2017
Red-Tailed Hawks swoop in for C-17 training

The Red-Tailed Hawks are a youth flying club chartered by the Black Pilots of America, and paid a visit to 446th Airlift ‘Rainier’ Wing to learn more about the C-17 Globemaster III.
Feb. 11, 2017
Salutes for January 2017

Take a moment to say congratulations and hello to our Reservists who have been promoted or are new to the wing.
Feb. 11, 2017
Renovated pub spices up drill weekends

The McChord Pub is now open in the renovated McChord Field Club, with dining and bar options for UTA weekend.
Feb. 9, 2017
Maj. Gen. Ogden takes command of 4th Air Force

MARCH AIR RESERVE BASE, Calif. – Maj. Gen. Randall A. Ogden took command of Headquarters, Fourth Air Force at an official change of command ceremony here Feb. 7, 2017, officiated by Lt. Gen. Maryanne Miller, chief of Air Force Reserve, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C., and commander,
Feb. 8, 2017
AFLCMC lab certifies medical equipment for U.S. Air Force aircraft

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Transporting sick and injured military members and dependents by air from areas lacking certain medical requirements is an important part of the Air Force mission. Often serving as mobile hospitals these aircraft travel with teams of medical professionals who
Feb. 7, 2017
Goldfein Describes Challenges Facing the Air Force

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein spoke about the challenges facing his service and what the Air Force must do in the future for the joint force, including incorporating the space domain.
Feb. 1, 2017
AF responds to hiring freeze

The Air Force is working with the Defense Department to provide additional guidance on the federal civilian hiring freeze implemented Jan. 23.
Feb. 1, 2017
Blended Retirement System Opt-In training now available to all Airmen

The Defense Department will implement the new Blended Retirement System in less than a year. While no one needs to make a decision until Jan. 1, 2018, all Airmen should take advantage of training and informational resources to research their options during 2017.
Jan. 30, 2017
Goldfein addresses priorities for the 21st century

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein outlined his perspective on the future of American airpower and how Airmen “deployed in place” play a vital role in today’s Air Force during his discussion at the American Enterprise Institute Public Forum in Washington, D.C., Jan. 18, 2017.
Jan. 26, 2017
DOD Guard and Reserve Support Network Newsletter

The DOD’s Guard and Reserve support Network Newsletter has great info on ESGR, Yellow Ribbon Reintegration, and Family Readiness.https://guardreserves.com/
Jan. 26, 2017
White House nominates Wilson to become Air Force secretary

President Donald Trump announced Jan. 23, that he intends to nominate Heather Wilson as Secretary of the Air Force.
Jan. 17, 2017
Spouse and Employer of the Year Nominations

It's time to nominate your spouse, or employer, or both, for an award!
Jan. 17, 2017
Hidden hazards of hemp

Citizen Airmen commute from all over the world to attend Unit Training Assemblies, including from states that have legalized use of recreational and medical marijuana. While recreational and medical marijuana use is legal in Washington, hemp based products in lotions and food can also cause