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June 9, 2011
Fairchild’s Parachute shop; last to let you down

Imagine running through your mental checklist while jumping out of an aircraft at 10,000 feet. You check your speed, free fall, steering and direction before preparing to hit the drop zone. One could see the endless possibilities of things that could go wrong, now couple that with the fear of
June 3, 2011
Shedding Light: What everyone needs to know about the Exceptional Family Member Program

There are 147 family members at Fairchild enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program, which ensures those with special needs receive appropriate services at their next duty station and support while they are stationed here.With less than 5 percent of Fairchild active duty families falling
May 24, 2011
Fairchild pilot reflects on his Korean heritage

He spent his first nine months of his life in South Korea, then in October of 1971, along with his family, he migrated to the United States.Major Jim Lee, 93rd Air Refueling Squadron Standard & Evaluations chief pilot, is proud to be Asian-American, and proud to be serving his country."As a young
May 6, 2011
Fairchild Airman Mobility Profile

Every week, a member of the 376th Air Expeditionary Wing is selected as the Warrior of the Week. This individual is recognized based on outstanding performance, good conduct, work ethic, and most importantly, for a job well done.Meet the Warrior of the Week. Airman 1st Class Christopher Howe is a
May 6, 2011
Not a guy you'd expect fighting in a steel cage

Imagine being locked in a steel-caged ring with an opponent who has been trained to inflict punishment every chance he can for a Mixed Martial Arts fight. The fight is scheduled to last a total of nine minutes or simply three rounds. There are three ways to exit before the time expires; knockout,
April 28, 2011
Only seven percent make the cut, Fairchild Airman accepted to Doctor of Pharmacy Program

Airman 1st Class Bart Hardwell never imagined it could happen, but through hard work, perseverance, and support from his peers and leadership - it did.He was one of 249 selected out of 1,200 applicants to attend the Fall 2011, Doctor of Pharmacy Program at the University of Southern Nevada College
April 28, 2011
Being strong and being fit, two different things

In 2009, he maxed out pushups and sit-ups, but barely passed the running portion of the PT test. His runtime was 13:10; the Air Force standard is 13:36 for his age bracket. This was the turning point for this Senior Airman who could bench press 385 pounds, but could not run to save his life. He
April 22, 2011
Auto Hobby Shop: More than just a hobby

The Auto Hobby Shop here provides Team Fairchild with affordable and convenient means to modify and keep personal vehicles running. "Basically what we do is provide a place for people to either get or make repairs to their vehicles," said Ed Tuell, Auto Hobby Shop manager. "Our mission is to serve
April 22, 2011
The Left Turn That Changed Her Life

The decision to buy a 624-pound Yamaha V-Star 1300 motorcycle was validated by rides like these. As she rode, she smelled the fresh fall air and felt the wind at her back. The gentle breeze caused wheat to wave back and forth in a nearby field. The civil servant of the baby boomer generation had the
April 6, 2011
It's More than a Mustache

They come in different shapes, sizes, colors and lengths. They can take the appearance of Woolly Bear caterpillars or angry cat whiskers, but they were mostly visible in March. If you haven't guessed, Mustache March made its appearance on Fairchild.Mustache March is an honored tradition that started

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