Aug. 5, 2022 Virtual reality centerpiece for 362nd Innovation Expo The 362nd Training Squadron hosted an innovation expo on Thursday, July 28, 2022, to demonstrate the new ways they are optimizing the students' learning environment through the use of virtual reality technology.
July 13, 2022 Ploetz takes command of 82nd Training Group The 82nd Training Group welcomed new leadership July 8, 2022, when Col. Charles G. Ploetz took command of the organization known as Aircraft Maintenance University. Col. John C. Lofton the III relinquished command.
July 6, 2022 Lofton set to retire after 30 years of service 82nd Training Group Commander Col. John C. Lofton III's Air Force journey will end where it began as he is set to hang up his uniform and leave the Air Force from the very place he started more than 30 years ago. He will relinquish command during a ceremony on July 7, 2022, and retire on a later
July 2, 2022 Friend of Sheppard and MOH recipient Hershel 'Woody' Williams passes Hershel “Woody” Williams, the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor recipient and friend of Sheppard AFB, died June 29, 2022, at the age of 98. He was awarded the medal for his actions on the tiny Pacific island of Iwo Jima on Feb. 23, 1945.
June 24, 2022 Orgeron takes command of 80th FTW, ENJJPT Col. Brad E. Orgeron took command of the 80th Flying Training Wing at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, June 24, 2022. Col. Robert F. Haas Jr. relinquished command.
June 23, 2022 Haas set to hang up flight suit after almost 27 years of service Col. Robert F. Haas Jr.’s life has admittedly been full of unplanned journeys. His almost 27-year adventure as an Air Force officer and aviator will come to a close June 24, 2022, when he relinquishes command of the 80th Flying Training Wing here and retires from the service.
June 20, 2022 Minimum wage increase benefits employees, costs consumers While the positive effects of the federal minimum wage increase are being felt by employees and families, the impact of higher wages will also mean higher prices at some FSS functions for consumers.
June 14, 2022 The Commons creates 'dynamic environment' for Airmen, families 82nd Training Wing and installation Commander Brig. Gen. Lyle K. Drew and the team at the 82nd Force Support Squadron have taken Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr.'s to desire create a dynamic environment to heart as they've taken an uncommon approach to creating a dynamic
May 30, 2022 300 sorties makes for an Awesome Day at ENJJPT The 80th Flying Training Wing came together with a goal of setting a new record for the number of sorties flown at the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program, making their efforts an Awesome Day for the program.
May 24, 2022 Taste of Culture brings unique flavors to Sheppard Asian cuisine, camaraderie and a little hula dancing was the right recipe for an Asian American and Pacific Islander Month event May 18, 2022, at the Solid Rock Café.