AF shows true grit in Strongman competition

U.S. Air Force, Army and Navy servicemembers ground it out in a showdown of guts and glory at the Strong Man/Strong Mind Challenge in Southwest Asia Oct. 25. Out of the 20 participants in the multi-force face-off, three Air Force warriors emerged victorious with the top three spots. Senior Airman

Fairchild recognizes the newly promoted

141st Air Refueling Wing officer receives high honor

New Road Creates Path to Better Life for Area Residents

To underscore the commitment the government of Iraq and Iraqi security forces have made to the people of Iraq, 4th Iraqi army division soldiers supported the 561st Engineering Company and U.S. Forces to make a previously impassable road serviceable. Although making the road passable was beneficial,

Commander's Direct Line

The following is a question to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing Commander submitted by a member of Team Fairchild or the local community: Question: I have a concern about the increased waiting time at the front gate for members transiting to base between 6:30 - 7:30 a.m. Over the past two weeks I have

Guess the first Measurable Snow Contest for 2008 - 2009

It's that time of year; the trees are losing their leaves and the hot days of summer are, not so gradually, being replaced with cool days and even cooler nights. That said, this temperate bliss will not last long - old man winter waits for no one. As our autumn splendor turns into a cold winter

Honoring our veterans – past, present and future

Each Veteran's Day Americans have the opportunity to reflect upon and honor the sacrifices of noble men and women who have served in defense of our great nation and its freedoms. We also take this time to express our deepest gratitude for those serving today. Through daily mission accomplishments,

AU course teaches principles of information operations

 In the midst of the Korean War in the 1950s an American fighter pilot came up with a revolutionary concept that changed tactical, operational and strategic war planning. Based on his tactical dogfighting experience with North Korean MiGs, Col. John Boyd coined the term OODA (observe, orient, decide

Upcoming Movies

Fairchild Theater schedule Nov. 7 @ 7 p.m. Nights in Rodanthe Rated PG-13 1 hr. 37 min. Nov. 8 @ 2 p.m. Igor Rated PG 1 hr. 26 min. Nov. 8 @ 7 p.m. Ghost Town Rated PG-13 1 hr. 43 min. Nov. 14 @ 7 p.m. Eagle Eye Rated PG-13 1 hr. 58 min. Nov. 15 @ 7 p.m. Beverly Hills Chihuahua Rated PG 1 hr. 25

Volunteer Opportunities

Below is a list of volunteer opportunities at Fairchild and within the local community. Tom's Turkey Drive Help Spokane families in need during Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season by volunteering at Tom's Turkey Drive Nov. 21 - 22. Volunteers will be stationed at local Rosauers stores for