“Stay Alert, Don’t Get Hurt”

Air Mobility Command's safety campaign for the 101 Critical Days of Summer runs May 25-Sept. 3 with the slogan "Stay Alert, Don't Get Hurt." The effort is in support of the Air Force-wide campaign, which runs annually to inform Airmen of the increased potential for fatalities and mishaps during the

Depression symptoms in men different from women

The National Institutes of Health estimates that at least six million men in the United States suffer from some form of depression every year. Research and clinical evidence reveal that while women and men can develop symptoms of depression, they often experience depression and cope with symptoms

‘Click It or Ticket’ or worse

Air Mobility Command safety officials re-emphasize the requirement for Air Force personnel to wear safety belts when driving, as the 101 Critical Days of Summer approach. "Seatbelts are your best protection against the (potential) driving failures of both yourself and others," said Wayne Bendall,

Fairchild welcomes new wing commander

Col. Thomas Sharpy, new commander of the 92nd Air Refueling Wing, received a warm welcome from base and community members as he assumed his command during a ceremony here May 22. Colonel Sharpy comes to Fairchild from the 60th Air Mobility Wing at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., where he served as

Commentary: Colonel Hanson bids farewell to Fairchild

It has been my honor and privilege to serve as commander of this outstanding wing for nearly two years. I have been proud to serve every day. To be a commander while our nation is at war is a tremendous responsibility, but it's also a tremendous honor. To see our Airmen out there every day providing

Colonel Hanson heads to the sky in fini flight

An array of customs accompanies a change of command, one of which is the deep-rooted fini flight, a tradition for pilots who will retire, receive a permanent change of station or separate from the service. Col. Scott Hanson, 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander, soared during his fini flight May 18,

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MVP: Airman 1st Class Timothy Eno

Airman 1st Class Timothy Eno Squadron 92nd Medical Operations Squadron Position Aerospace medical technician / ambulance services Service he provides to Team Fairchild Emergency medical services. We respond to any emergency on the flightline which includes in flight and ground emergencies

Education Briefs

DEVELOP YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS! Force Development Education courses are offered free each month at the Base Education Center. FDE provides an opportunity for your personal growth with courses in career management, effective communication, productive relationships, giving effective feedback,

Briefly

The following are brief notifications or updates about events happening on or around the base: 92nd Air Refueling Wing change of command The 92nd ARW change of command ceremony will be May 22 at 11 a.m. at Fairchild. For more information, contact the Protocol office at 247-2127. Paintball range now