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Clearing the flight path: USDA protects aircraft at Altus AFB

Zach Boucher (left) and Mitchell Singer (right), U.S. Department of Agriculture wildlife specialists, pose for a photo at Altus Air Force Base (AFB), Oklahoma, Oct. 22, 2024. As a team, the wildlife specialists on base have relocated 22 birds from Altus AFB this year alone. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)
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Mother of fallen Defender ‘marches on’ honoring son

A memorial to 1st Lt. Joseph D. Helton Jr. who served as a security forces officer assigned to the 6th Security Forces Squadron at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., stands outside the Defender Inn Dining Facility on Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas. Airmen leave Mountain Dew sodas around the memorial, since it was Helton’s favorite drink. Helton was killed by an explosively formed projectile that hit his vehicle Sept. 8, 2009, on a deployment to Baghdad, Iraq, supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom. (Courtesy Photo)
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Mother of fallen Defender ‘marches on’ honoring son

1st Lt. Joseph D. Helton Jr. is pictured on patrol in southern Baghdad in 2009. Helton died Sept. 8, 2009, of wounds sustained when his vehicle was hit by an explosively formed projectile near Baghdad during a deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. (Courtesy photo)
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Altus AFB first sergeants host first-ever casualty response training

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jamie Stiffler, 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) deputy wing chaplain, speaks to Lt. Col. Shanti Jones, 97th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron commander, along with Airmen from across the 97 AMW during a casualty response training at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 21, 2024. During a crisis, the chaplain provides spiritual support, counseling and emotional care to service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)
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Altus AFB first sergeants host first-ever casualty response training

U.S. Air Force Col. Claudia Eid, 97th Medical Group commander, interacts with leaders from across the 97th Air Mobility Wing as they participate in a casualty response training at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 21, 2024. During the exercise, squadron and group command teams were given a scenario that they had to address, with the help and guidance of six support agencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)
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Altus AFB first sergeants host first-ever casualty response training

Leadership from the 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) Wing Staff Agencies speak to Senior Airman Cody Brewer, 97 AMW command post emergency operations controller, during a casualty response training at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 21, 2024. During the exercise, commanders were provided with realistic scenarios designed to challenge their decision-making skills and response strategies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)
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Altus AFB first sergeants host first-ever casualty response training

U.S. Air Force Col. Jeff Marshall, 97th Air Mobility Wing commander, addresses leaders from across the 97th Air Mobility Wing during a casualty response exercise at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Oct. 21, 2023. The exercise gave squadron and group commanders a chance to practice their ability to respond to potential incidents involving fatalities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miyah Gray)
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From classroom to cockpit: local teachers witness 97th AMW mission

A C-17 Globemaster III aircraft assigned to Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft over the skies of Texas, Nov. 21, 2024. The C-17 is the Air Force's most versatile cargo aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)
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From classroom to cockpit: local teachers witness 97th AMW mission

Wendy Howard, Frederick Public School science teacher, watches U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Baxter, 54th Air Refueling Squadron instructor boom operator, refuel a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft over the skies of Texas, Nov. 21, 2024. The 97th Air Mobility Wing invited teachers from the local area on a military flight for an opportunity to showcase the mission to educators who influence the next generation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)
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From classroom to cockpit: local teachers witness 97th AMW mission

Teachers from Southwest Oklahoma and Airmen from the 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) pose for a photo in front of a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Nov. 21, 2024. The 97 AMW invited teachers from the local area to experience a military aircraft flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)
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From classroom to cockpit: local teachers witness 97th AMW mission

U.S. Air Force Col. Jeff Marshall, 97th Air Mobility Wing commander, briefs teachers from Southwest Oklahoma on the wing’s mission at Altus Air Force Base (AFB), Oklahoma, Nov. 21, 2024. Twenty-four teachers from 11 schools around Southwest Oklahoma experienced the wing’s mission firsthand during a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)
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Maxwel-Gunter Air Force Base Honor Guard members present colors during an honor guard graduation at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala, Oct. 21, 2024. Maxwell-Gunter honor guard is assigned to 57 counties, 54 in Alabama and three in Georgia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Figueroa.)
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Maxwell-Gunter Honor Guard new members sing the U.S. Air Force Song during graduation at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala, Oct. 21, 2024. Guard member’s training takes about 312 hours for military funeral honors, two- and six-man’s flag fold, firing party; rendering of the bugle and handing of the flag with 33 words announced to the next of kin. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Figueroa.)
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AETC commander highlights mission success during Altus AFB visit

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson, commander of the Air Education and Training Command, speaks to 97th Air Mobility Wing leadership during a breakfast at Club Altus on Altus Air Force Base (AFB), Oklahoma, Nov. 20, 2024. Robinson listened as Airmen shared their perspective and experiences about the Air Force and Altus AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)
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AETC commander highlights mission success during Altus AFB visit

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson, commander of the Air Education and Training Command (AETC), greets Col. Jeff Marshall, 97th Air Mobility Wing (AMW) commander, left, and Col. Adam Rosado, 97 AMW deputy commander, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Nov. 20, 2024. AETC operates 12 major installations and supports tenant units on numerous bases across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)
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AETC commander highlights mission success during Altus AFB visit

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson, commander of the Air Education and Training Command (AETC), holds an all-call at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Nov. 20, 2024. Robinson shared upcoming changes as AETC transitions to the Airman Development Command in 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonah Bliss)
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Luke AFB hosts Retiree Appreciation Day

Jerry P. Weiers, Glendale mayor (right), presents a certificate of recognition to W. D. Moore, Retiree Activities Office director, at the Retiree Appreciation Day event, Oct. 19, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Moore received this certificate on behalf of the entire RAO in appreciation of their hard work to support veterans and retirees around Luke AFB. The 56th Fighter Wing keeps both its local community, and their retirees, involved in the mission at Luke AFB, to train the world’s greatest fighter pilots and combat-ready Airmen. (Courtesy photo by U.S. Navy Seaman Recruit Pedro Castillo-Mendoza)
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Luke AFB hosts Retiree Appreciation Day

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, speaks with U.S. Navy Capt. Christopher Seely, Navy Reserve Center Phoenix commanding officer, and Master Chief Juan Ramirez, NRC Phoenix command master chief, before the Retiree Appreciation Day event, Oct. 19, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 56th FW keeps both its local community and their retirees, involved in the mission at Luke AFB, to train the world’s greatest fighter pilots and combat-ready Airmen. (Courtesy photo by U.S. Navy Seaman Recruit Pedro Castillo-Mendoza)
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Luke AFB hosts Retiree Appreciation Day

Lorraine Ahumada, Retiree Activities Office volunteer, and Tim Ahumada, RAO volunteer, provide program information during the Retiree Appreciation Day event, Oct. 19, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The RAD event is held annually to honor the service and commitment of prior service members regardless of branch and to bolster local community ties with the 56th Fighter Wing. (Courtesy photo by U.S. Navy Seaman Recruit Pedro Castillo-Mendoza)
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Luke AFB hosts Retiree Appreciation Day

U.S. Air Force Honor Guard members perform during the Retiree Appreciation Day opening ceremony, Oct. 19, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The RAD event is held annually to honor the service and commitment of prior service members regardless of branch and to bolster local community ties with the 56th Fighter Wing. (Courtesy photo by U.S. Navy Seaman Recruit Pedro Castillo-Mendoza)
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