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Oct. 31, 2025
Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn takes command of Air Education and Training Command

Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn took command of Air Education and Training Command from Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson during a ceremony Oct. 31 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.
Sept. 23, 2025
Cleaning up the battlefield: Altus Airmen take on CBRN training with Fort Sill

Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear—more commonly known throughout the military as CBRN—refers to the malicious use of hazardous materials or agents that can cause widespread illness, injury, or death.So why does the military train for these types of attacks? To ensure mission readiness
Sept. 22, 2025
Use risk management when preparing for Autumn

The Autumn season brings many changes that can affect safety and mission readiness. Take an active role in staying prepared for all of Autumns hazards.
Sept. 18, 2025
Victory begins here: A new era for Altus Air Force Base

Change isn’t always about fixing something that’s broken; sometimes, it’s about sharpening what already works. The Airmen of the 97th Air Mobility Wing have been operating at a high level, delivering world-class mobility training and supporting the Air Force’s global reach every day. Now, they’re
Sept. 15, 2025
59th Medical Wing explores new technology with SimX demo

The 59th Medical Wing hosted a demonstration of SimX’s Virtual Reality Operational Medical Training at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, giving leaders and educators a chance to explore how immersive technology could support medical readiness.The SimX system, known as VALOR (Virtual
Sept. 12, 2025
Air University grants Newt Gingrich honorary degree

Air University awarded former Speaker of the House and prominent American politician, historian and author Newt Gingrich an honorary doctorate at a formal ceremony Sept. 12.
Sept. 10, 2025
59th Medical Wing transitions to Air Force Medical Command

The 59th Medical Wing, the U.S. Air Force’s largest medical wing and a cornerstone of military medicine, officially transitioned from Air Education and Training Command (AETC) to the newly established Air Force Medical Command (AFMEDCOM) on Sept. 9, 2025.
Sept. 9, 2025
Rescue to reunion: Teen tours squadron that saved his life

Read about the rescue here: https://www.fairchild.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/4234997/angels-in-the-air-36th-rescue-squadron-airmen-answer-the-call-in-cliffside-resc/
Sept. 5, 2025
Italian air force strengthens NATO readiness through MQ-9 training at Holloman

Members of the Italian air force are advancing their skills in remotely piloted aircraft operations at Holloman Air Force Base, strengthening interoperability with the U.S. Air Force and reinforcing NATO’s ability to deliver decisive airpower.
Sept. 2, 2025
Altus loadmasters train Fort Sill Soldiers on C-17 operations

Loadmasters from the 58th Airlift Squadron conducted static load training with the Army’s Alpha Battery, 3-2 Air Defense Artillery, 31st ADA Brigade, 32 Air and Missile Defense Command out of Fort Sill, Okla, Aug. 20, 2025.