Astronaut applications available for May board

Active duty Air Force members have the opportunity to compete for pilot and mission specialist crew positions with the nation's space program through the Air Force Astronaut nomination program. Air Force nominees will compete with representatives from the other services for the chance to become an

Fairchild Briefs and Education Briefs

The following is a list of upcoming Fairchild events and other pertinent 92nd Air Refueling Wing information. Education briefs are located at the bottom of the page. Coming soon: Dec. 14: MADD Candlelight Vigil Mothers against Drunk Driving is hosting a candlelight vigil Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. in the

36th RQF crew reaches stranded hiker

A four-member crew from the 36th Rescue Flight rescued a stranded, injured hiker Dec. 4 after an avalanche that killed two others hit in the Snoqualmie Pass area. The crew took off early Nov. 4 and arrived at McChord Air Force Base, Wash., at about 10:30 a.m. Once on the ground, they were tasked by

BBBS a hit at Fairchild

Children need role models, people they can admire and look to for answers to some of life's complicated questions. Children need support, compassion and a kind companion. All of these things can be found in a Big Brother or Big Sister who volunteers with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland

December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month

During calendar year 2007, the Alcohol Drug Awareness Prevention and Treatment clinic has seen 15 active duty members who have received citations for driving under the influence. The ADAPT mission is to provide education, promote awareness, and to prevent future alcohol related incidents to include

Winter Travel: Winterizing your car

Ready for winter? Get your car ready, too. Here's what you need to know for tire maintenance and a look under the hood. Have your kids prepare a winter safety kit, and remind your teen of winter driving tips. Tire Maintenance Rain, snow and ice reduce tire traction and compromise your control.

Airmen challenge selves in push-up-athon

With a look of determination in his eyes and trembling arms, Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Gieras, 92nd Mission Support Squadron readiness manager, pumped out 110 push-ups in two minutes at the push-up-athon which took place Dec 6. at the Fairchild fitness center. "The push-up-athon is a great way to get

Fitness Frenzy Week

Off Base Solicitation – An Important Reminder

As we get swept up in the holiday spirit, busily planning office parties and friendly get-togethers, it is all too easy to forget the rules that govern acceptable behavior. We become impatient at the notion we must place limits on our zeal. A disturbing trend has developed that Team Fairchild

Upcoming Movies

Fairchild Theater schedule Dec. 14 @ 7 p.m. Fred Claus Rated PG 1 hr. 56 min Dec. 15 @ 7 p.m. Bee Movie Rated PG 1 hr. 30 min Dec. 15 @ 7 p.m. Martian Child Rated PG 1 hr. 48 min Dec. 21 @ 7 p.m. Lions for Lambs Rated R 1 hr. 28 min Dec. 22 @ 7 p.m. Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium Rated G 1 hr. 33