Fairchild Air Force Base News

92nd Maintenance Group assumption of command

Senior Airman Morgan St Marks — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:18:00 GMT

Team Fairchild hosts Lilac Festival Royal Court

Airman 1st Class Gabriel Conley — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:20:00 GMT

Fairchild AFB’s Honorary Commander program strengthens community ties

Tech. Sgt. Heather Ley — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:56:00 GMT

A military installation is only as strong as the community that surrounds it. At Fairchild Air Force Base, the Honorary Commander program serves as the vital bridge connecting the base’s mission with the civic leaders of the Inland Northwest. The program pairs local business, academic and community leaders with Fairchild’s commanders. Over the course of their tenure, these civilian leaders are immersed in the daily operations of the base. They tour facilities, participate in unit events, and most importantly, interact directly with the Airmen who execute Fairchild's global mobility mission every day.

92nd Medical Group assumption of command ceremony

Airman 1st Class Emilee Seiler — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:40:41 GMT

Herman Mackey Airman Leadership School class 26-E graduation

Airman 1st Class Gabriel Conley — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:48:00 GMT

Herman Mackey Airman Leadership School conducts field training exercise

Staff Sgt. Ryan Gomez — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:55:07 GMT

Mission Profile: Wing leadership joins maintainers on the flightline during MXG immersion

Tech. Sgt. Heather Ley — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:57:10 GMT

92nd Mission Support Group change of command ceremony

A1C Audrey Mc Dowell — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:17:00 GMT

Col. Chad Cisewski retires after 24 years of service

Senior Airman Morgan St Marks — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:15:13 GMT

Chief Moon: The Golden Boom

Senior Airman Morgan St Marks — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:03:00 GMT

He would be the boom operator to complete the first aerial refueling from a Boeing KC-46 Pegasus. That moment was the culmination of a career shaped by taking chances, one that began with a simple desire for change and ultimately earned Moon the title of “Golden Boom.”

92nd ARW welcomes new commander

Tech. Sgt. Heather Ley — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:43:07 GMT

The 92nd Air Refueling Wing welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony, June 15. U.S. Air Force Col. Brian C. Epperson took command of the wing from Col. Chad K. Cisewski.

FAFB elementary students channel Freedom 250 through art

Airman First Class Audrey Mc Dowell — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:05:00 GMT

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, students from Michael Anderson Elementary School participated in an art contest themed “America’s 250th Birthday,” giving participants a chance to express what this historic anniversary means to them through their artwork. The contest, hosted by the 92nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs team, aligned with the overall patriotic theme and tone of SkyFest 2026 air show and open house, which took place June 6 – 7. In addition to celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, June 6th also marked the 82nd anniversary of D-Day.

92nd Operations Group welcomes new commander

Tech. Sgt. Heather Ley — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:07:10 GMT

Team Fairchild wraps up SkyFest 2026 weekend

Tech. Sgt. Heather Ley — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:33:00 GMT

After two days of thunderous aerial performances, expansive static displays and community connection, SkyFest 2026 came to a successful close on Sunday, June 7, leaving thousands of Inland Northwest residents with a lasting impression of American air power. While Saturday’s focus was on the anticipation of opening the gates, Sunday was all about cementing the bond between Fairchild Air Force Base and the surrounding community.

Team Fairchild opens gates to thousands for SkyFest 2026

Tech. Sgt. Heather Ley — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:10:00 GMT

The roar of jet engines filled the skies over the Inland Northwest as Fairchild Air Force Base opened its gates to thousands of visitors for the first day of SkyFest 2026, Saturday, June 6. The highly anticipated air show offered the local community a firsthand look at military aviation, featuring world-class aerial acrobatics, extensive static displays and a showcase of the 92nd Air Refueling Wing’s global mission.

92nd AMXS Airmen receive Bronze Stars for combat heroism

Airman 1st Class Emilee Seiler — Fri, 29 May 2026 23:03:48 GMT

Turning a flight line into an air show

Senior Airman Matthew Arachikavitz — Wed, 27 May 2026 23:34:00 GMT

For some, it’s that moment of silence before the sudden, violent roar of a jet shattering the sky. For others, it’s the unmistakable smell of jet fuel on a hot afternoon. People attend air shows for many reasons, but very few understand the massive amount of logistical work required to host an event of this magnitude. “The scale of planning an air show is immense,” said Maj. Karianne Ernisse, SkyFest 2026 air show director. “It is akin to packing for a weekend trip, but instead of just your family, you’re packing for 100,000 people.”

Fairchild AFB rededicates 1987 Thunderhawk Demonstration Team memorial

Tech. Sgt. Heather Ley — Thu, 21 May 2026 22:13:28 GMT

Keeping the mission connected: Two Fairchild civilians earn Warfighter Communications Award

Senior Airman Morgan St Marks — Thu, 21 May 2026 15:12:00 GMT

Two civilians from the 92nd Communications Squadron received the 2025 Warfighter Communications Award. The Warfighter Communications Award is an Air Mobility Command recognition that honors communications and cyber professionals who directly enhance mission effectiveness through innovation, leadership and technical excellence.

Fairchild AFB conducts major accident response exercise ahead of SkyFest 2026

Tech. Sgt. Heather Ley — Wed, 20 May 2026 22:02:20 GMT

Fairchild Air Force Base conducted a major accident response exercise May 19 and 20 to test emergency readiness ahead of the upcoming SkyFest 2026 air show. During the two-day training event, first responders from the installation and surrounding communities reacted to simulated crashes involving two military aircraft, one on base and one off base. The complex scenarios required military and civilian agencies to work together against the clock to control the scenes, treat the injured, and execute a flawless joint response.