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  • Be prepared for winter driving

    It's December, and winter is here in full force. Weather conditions in the Northwest can be not only cold and dangerous, but also unpredictable. A few precautions can help your winter-driving experience be the best it can be. One of the best pieces of advice is this: SLOW DOWN! Many accidents this

  • Fairchild supports local Naval personnel

    Since 1973 the Total Force Integration Policy has been in effect. Fairchild Airmen conducted a base tour for Lt. Cmdr Jake Roberts, Navy Operations Support Center Spokane commanding officer, and Chief Petty Officer Laura L. McDonald, NOSC Spokane senior enlisted leader, to demonstrate how the Air

  • Key Spouses help families stay connected

    Throughout an Airman's career, they may experience deployments, several permanent changes of station and other stressful events. Members of the Key Spouse Program are associated with the Airman and Family Readiness Center and are available to help keep families of those deployed connected to the

  • Hobby drones: regulations, recommendations and responsibilities

    Before going out and buying a personal drone, more formally known as an unmanned aircraft system, there are many safety guidelines and rules that might influence the decision to buy or not to buy.The Federal Aviation Administration recently released Joint Order 7210.891 and Advisory Circular 91-57A

  • Distinguished Honor Graudates of ALS FLT 16A

    Congratulations to the following Fairchild Airmen who earned top honors during their recent Airman Leadership School graduation ceremony:Distinguished Graduate Award:Senior Airman Jaimi Prussner, 336th Training SquadronSenior Airman Emily Henderson, 92nd Air Refueling WingCommandant Award:Senior

  • Aircraft with a cold shoulder

    If driving in snow is a hassle, imagine flying. Instead of every turn being a skidding accident waiting to happen, blocky wings couldn't get the right lift and flying straight would be an impossible task.While the roads and parking lots on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson have snow plows clearing the

  • Fairchild Commissary offers scholarships for military children!

    The 16th annual Scholarships for Military Children Program, hosted by the Defense Commissary Agency, will begin accepting applications from eligible students Dec. 15.The program was created in recognition of the contributions of military families to the readiness of the fighting force and to

  • Fairchild Airman court-martialed, sentenced for aggravated assault

    On Nov. 9, 2015, a general court-martial was convened in the case of United States v. Tech. Sgt. Ralph Morales. Morales, 92nd Medical Support Squadron, was accused of committing several acts of assault, including aggravated assault, against his spouse. Morales pled not guilty to one charge and six

  • Letter to Airmen: AMC commander's holiday message

    The holidays are here!  This is a time of year we gather with family and friends, give thanks for the blessings in our lives and share our gifts with others.  As Airmen, we dedicate our time and talents all year to serving our nation and preserving freedom around the world.  I am thankful for this