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March 9, 2022
Sheppard in Photos: A-10 crew chiefs strut their stuff in block 6 of training

In this edition of Sheppard in Photos, we take a look at a 362nd Training Squadron A-10 Thunderbolt II crew chief apprentice course class in block 6 of training, where they learn how to service and maintain the main landing gear shock strut of the ground attack aircraft.
Feb. 27, 2022
Airman's 20-year path to service epitome of resilience

Senior Airman Michael McCullough is an example of a dogged mentality and desire to don the Air Force blue and serve his country. His 20-year journey to serve is the epitome of the type of resiliency the Air Force encourages.
Jan. 31, 2022
Orkisz takes command of GAF Tactical Training Command

Col. Frank Orkisz took command of the German Air Force Tactical Training Command here Jan. 26, 2022, replacing Col. Werner Theisen, who had commanded the organization since it moved from Holloman AFB, New Mexico to Sheppard in 2019. GAF Maj. Gen. Peter Klement, Commander Flying Units, German Air
Jan. 26, 2022
362nd TRS's T3 initiative proving to be virtual success in the classroom

The 362nd Training Squadron at Sheppard Air Force Base, home to all of the service’s crew chief technical training, is leveraging today’s technology to provide a near-real experience in a virtual world as Airmen learn their trade. Technical Training Transformation, or T3, introduces a learning
Dec. 28, 2021
Sheppard Airmen spread holiday cheer in local communities

About 40 volunteers from Sheppard Air Force Base spread holiday cheer at local nursing facilities after two 82nd Medical Group Airmen came up with a plan to deliver cards to residents.
Dec. 16, 2021
Gathering of the Falcons focuses on improving technical training

Commanders from 2nd Air Force’s five subordinate wings wrapped up a two-day summit here Dec. 7-8 to connect with one another and improve initial technical training for the Air Force during Gathering of the Falcons.
Nov. 16, 2021
U.S. takes inaugural Sheppard World Cup in penalty kicks

In the spirit of friendship and camaraderie, the International Military Student Office hosted the inaugural Sheppard World Cup Soccer Challenge on Nov. 10, 2021.
Oct. 26, 2021
ENJJPT: A synthesis of skills, organization, diversity (Commentary)

The 80th Flying Training Wing's Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program has characteristics similar to those of a company with a complex nature, which in order to produce a high-value asset, needs to integrate as much as possible the combination of three types of capital: Human, organizational
Oct. 20, 2021
Passion drives 363rd TRS instructor to create ready, agile Airmen

Tech. Sgt. Alyxandra Anguiano, F-22 and F-35 weapons course instructor supervisor, has been the embodiment of the mantra and mission of the 82nd Training Wing since arriving in December 2017, the time she began developing agile and modern weapons troops ready to perform anywhere, anytime.
Oct. 14, 2021
AETC command chief: Focus is preparing Airmen for tomorrow's fight

The top enlisted leader of Air Education and Training command, Chief Master Sgt. Erik Thompson, got an up-close look at the Air Force’s largest technical training wing Oct. 6-7 during an immersion tour.