Iraqis learn, overcome challenges of helo ops

When a ground commander absolutely, positively needs personnel or firepower delivered at a moment's notice, he calls a helicopter. The U.S. armed forces rely on helicopters for critical missions such as combat search and rescue, close air support and aeromedical evacuation. Iraqi helicopter aircrews

Fairchild Fire Department urges residents to “Prevent Home Fires”

A pot holder too close to a lit burner or a space heater left on overnight could be all it takes to start a home fire. In fact, cooking and heating are among the leading causes of home fires in the U.S., according to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association. That's why the Fairchild Fire

National Preparedness Month

President Bush has declared September National Preparedness Month. To quote his proclamation: "During National Preparedness Month, we underscore the important responsibility Americans have to be ready for emergencies in our homes, businesses and communities." Recently we have heard some incorrect

Armed Forces legal assistance for financial matters

If you are struggling financially, you are not alone. You can get help. Recently the economic news across the country has not been good. Consumer prices are rising. Real estate prices are falling. Foreclosures are up. Often this impacts renters too, who are forced to relocate when their landlords

Upcoming Movies

Fairchild Theater schedule Sept. 26 @ 7 p.m. Death Race Rated R 1 hr. 29 min. Sept. 27 @ 2 p.m. Star Wars: The Clone Wars Rated PG 1 hr. 38 min. Sept. 27 @ 7 p.m. Tropic Thunder Rated R 1 hr. 47 min. Oct. 3 @ 7 p.m. Mirrors Rated R 1 hr. 50 min. Oct. 4 @ 7 p.m. The Rocker Rated PG-13 1 hr. 42 min.

Volunteer Opportunities

Below is a list of volunteer opportunities at Fairchild and within the local community. Friend to Friend of Spokane Friend to Friend of Spokane is seeking recruits from the community who can make a commitment to regularly visit residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities, particularly

Fairchild Briefs and Education Briefs

The following is a list of upcoming Fairchild events and other pertinent 92nd Air Refueling Wing information. Upcoming Events: Sept. 26: FunSpot play area grand opening The FunSpot is having a grand opening Sept. 26 from 4 - 10 p.m. for two indoor play areas. One play area is for children ages 0-3

Fairchild welcomes new commander

Fairchild in the running for Installation Excellence Award

CDC high scores

Congratulations! These Team Fairchild individuals received a 90 percent or higher on their Career Development Course exam in August. 92nd Aerospace Medicine Squadron Airman 1st Class Mashkur Mukhamadiev: 99 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron Tech. Sgt. Edward Pohl: 96 Airman 1st Class Caleb Cerda: 94