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Altus AFB: evolution of a training base

With its flat terrain, steady winds and mild winters (for the most part), Altus was an ideal location for a training troop-transport and cargo pilots. It wouldn’t be until 1943 that the first planes would take to the skies. During their training in the World War II days, pilots spent about seven weeks learning to operate the twin-engine AT-10 before moving onto bombers and cargo aircraft. (Courtesy Photo)
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33rd FW first F-35A live bomb drop

Smoke appears after a GBU-12 detonates on a range at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., January 17, 2017. The GBU-12 was released from an F-35A assigned to the 58th Fighter Squadron. This was the first time the unit dropped live ordnance from the aircraft. (Courtesy Photo)
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Throwback paint scheme proves heritage is big in the 435th

Neil Orlowski, a Corrosion Control Specialist in the 12th Maintenance Group, applies a decal to a T-38C Talon at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Jan. 13, 2017. Members of the corrosion control shop are changing the plane’s color scheme from two-tone gray to heritage blue, a scheme that was used by the 435th Fighter Training Squadron 40 years ago, ahead of a reunion of pilots that trained for fighter fundamentals after Jan. 1, 1977. (U.S. Air Force photo/Randy Martin)
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Throwback paint scheme proves heritage is big in the 435th

Rudy Olivarez, a Corrosion Control Specialist in the 12th Maintenance Group, applies paint to the landing gear of a T-38C Talon at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Jan. 13, 2017. Members of the corrosion control shop are changing the plane’s color scheme from two-tone gray to heritage blue, a scheme that was used by the 435th Fighter Training Squadron 40 years ago, ahead of a reunion of pilots that trained for fighter fundamentals after Jan. 1, 1977. (U.S. Air Force photo/Randy Martin)
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Throwback paint scheme proves heritage is big in the 435th

Marion Tarin and Neil Orlowski, both Corrosion Control Specialists in the 12th Maintenance Group, prepare a decal for application paint to a T-38C Talon at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Jan. 13, 2017. Members of the corrosion control shop are changing the plane’s color scheme from two-tone gray to heritage blue, a scheme that was used by the 435th Fighter Training Squadron 40 years ago, ahead of a reunion of pilots that trained for fighter fundamentals after Jan. 1, 1977. (U.S. Air Force photo/Randy Martin)
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Throwback paint scheme proves heritage is big in the 435th

Mario Tarin, a Corrosion Control Specialist in the 12th Maintenance Group, applies a decal to a T-38C Talon at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Jan. 13, 2017. Members of the corrosion control shop are changing the plane’s color scheme from two-tone gray to heritage blue, a scheme that was used by the 435th Fighter Training Squadron 40 years ago, ahead of a reunion of pilots that trained for fighter fundamentals after Jan. 1, 1977. (U.S. Air Force photo/Randy Martin) 170113-F-ET654-002.JPG
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Throwback paint scheme proves heritage is big in the 435th

Rudy Olivarez, a Corrosion Control Specialist in the 12th Maintenance Group, applies paint to the landing gear of a T-38C Talon at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Jan. 13, 2017. Members of the corrosion control shop are changing the plane’s color scheme from two-tone gray to heritage blue, a scheme that was used by the 435th Fighter Training Squadron 40 years ago, ahead of a reunion of pilots that trained for fighter fundamentals after Jan. 1, 1977. (U.S. Air Force photo/Randy Martin)
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Holloman AFB transfers command

The 49th Wing at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, and all co-located units, will realign from Air Combat Command to Air Education and Training Command effective Oct. 1, 2018. As a result of the realignment MQ-9 pilots and sensor operators will be able to attend initial training and graduate training all within one command. (U.S. Air Force photo by J.M. Eddins Jr.)
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33 FW wheels up at Checkered Flag

A pilot from the 58th Fighter Squadron shows pride for the Squadron’s mascot, the Gorillas, before taking off to “fight” in exercise Checkered Flag Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The 33d Fighter Wing deployed six F-35A Lightning II and 95 personnel to Checkered Flag 17-1. Checkered Flag is a combat rehearsal where 15 aircraft platforms take to the skies to fly realistic and large-scale operations to prepare for contingency operations. Specifically, this exercise tested the range of capabilities for the F-35A and the 33 FW student and instructor pilots, maintainers, air battle managers and intel by operating from two locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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33 FW wheels up at Checkered Flag

An F-35A Lightning II taxis before takeoff to participate in simulated defensive counter air operations Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The 33d Fighter Wing deployed six F-35A Lightning II and 95 personnel to Checkered Flag 17-1. Checkered Flag is a combat rehearsal where 15 aircraft platforms take to the skies to fly realistic and large-scale operations to prepare for contingency operations. Specifically, this exercise tested the range of capabilities for the F-35A and the 33 FW student and instructor pilots, maintainers, air battle managers and intel by operating from two locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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33 FW wheels up at Checkered Flag

An F-35A Lightning II takes off to practice combat sorties with over 60 other aircraft in exercise Checkered Flag Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The 33d Fighter Wing deployed six F-35A Lightning II and 95 personnel to Checkered Flag 17-1. Checkered Flag is a combat rehearsal where 15 aircraft platforms take to the skies to fly realistic and large-scale operations to prepare for contingency operations. Specifically, this exercise tested the range of capabilities for the F-35A and the 33 FW student and instructor pilots, maintainers, air battle managers and intel by operating from two locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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33 FW wheels up at Checkered Flag

Maj. Brad Zimmerman, 33d Operations Support Squadron assistant chief of weapons, exits the cockpit of an F-35A Lightning II after a combat training sortie in exercise Checkered Flag Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The 33d Fighter Wing deployed six F-35A Lightning II and 95 personnel to Checkered Flag 17-1. Checkered Flag is a combat rehearsal where 15 aircraft platforms take to the skies to fly realistic and large-scale operations to prepare for contingency operations. Specifically, this exercise tested the range of capabilities for the F-35A and the 33 FW student and instructor pilots, maintainers, air battle managers and intel by operating from two locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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33 FW wheels up at Checkered Flag

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jon Snyder, 58th Fighter Squadron director of operations, sits in the cockpit of an F-35A Lightning II Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The 33d Fighter Wing deployed six F-35A Lightning II and 95 personnel to Checkered Flag 17-1. Checkered Flag is a combat rehearsal where 15 aircraft platforms take to the skies to fly realistic and large-scale operations to prepare for contingency operations. Specifically, this exercise tested the range of capabilities for the F-35A and the 33 FW student and instructor pilots, maintainers, air battle managers and intel by operating from two locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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33 FW wheels up at Checkered Flag

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jon Snyder, 58th Fighter Squadron director of operations, sits in the cockpit of an F-35A Lightning II before takeoff Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The 33d Fighter Wing deployed six F-35A Lightning II and 95 personnel to Checkered Flag 17-1. Checkered Flag is a combat rehearsal where 15 aircraft platforms take to the skies to fly realistic and large-scale operations to prepare for contingency operations. Specifically, this exercise tested the range of capabilities for the F-35A and the 33 FW student and instructor pilots, maintainers, air battle managers and intel by operating from two locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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Maintenance

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gideon Burris, 33d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-35A crew chief, speaks with Capt. Brian Burgoon, 58th Fighter Squadron weapons officer, after landing during Checkered Flag 17-01, Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. Checkered Flag facilitates integration between fifth and fourth-generation aircraft communities. These exercises are critical to hone the tactics techniques and procedures (TTP’s) for the aircraft’s inevitable deployment fighting alongside other combat assets. While the exercise is prime opportunity to learn about how we fly the aircraft, it presents the same learning opportunities for preventative and restorative maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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F-35 maintenance battle tested

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christopher Trimarco, 33d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-35A crew chief, retrieves gear from Maj. Bradley Zimmerman, 33d Operation Support Squadron assistant wing weapons officer, after landing during Checkered Flag 17-01, Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. Checkered Flag facilitates integration between fifth and fourth-generation aircraft communities. These exercises are critical to hone the tactics techniques and procedures (TTP’s) for the aircraft’s inevitable deployment fighting alongside other combat assets. While the exercise is prime opportunity to learn about how we fly the aircraft, it presents the same learning opportunities for preventative and restorative maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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F-35 maintenance battle tested

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lonnie Prater, 33d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-35A assistant dedicated crew chief, stands near and F-35A Lightning II during Checkered Flag 17-01, Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. Checkered Flag facilitates integration between fifth and fourth-generation aircraft communities. These exercises are critical to hone the tactics techniques and procedures (TTP’s) for the aircraft’s inevitable deployment fighting alongside other combat assets. While the exercise is prime opportunity to learn about how we fly the aircraft, it presents the same learning opportunities for preventative and restorative maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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F-35 maintenance battle tested

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gideon Burris, 33d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-35A crew chief, speaks with Capt. Brian Burgoon, 58th Fighter Squadron weapons officer, after landing during Checkered Flag 17-01, Dec. 8, 2016, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. Checkered Flag facilitates integration between fifth and fourth-generation aircraft communities. These exercises are critical to hone the tactics techniques and procedures (TTP’s) for the aircraft’s inevitable deployment fighting alongside other combat assets. While the exercise is prime opportunity to learn about how we fly the aircraft, it presents the same learning opportunities for preventative and restorative maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)
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Northern Lightning 2016

58th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew members unload a GBU-12 from an F-35A during exercise Northern Lightning Aug. 31, 2016, at Volk Field, Wis. During the exercise, 33rd FW pilots were able to execute offensive counter air, suppression of enemy air defenses, destruction of enemy air defenses, and the employ GPS-guided munitions for close air support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stormy Archer)
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Northern Lightning 2016

A 33rd Fighter Wing F-35A Lighting II approaches a 126th Air Refueling Wing KC-135 Stratotanker to refuel during Exercise Northern Lighting Aug. 31, 2016. Northern Lightning is a tactical-level, joint training exercise that emphasizes fifth and fourth generation assets engaged in a contested, degraded environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. DeAndre Curtiss)
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