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  • So That others may live, 36th RQS

    Training is an essential tool that helps ensure the success of every mission in the Air Force. In fact, there are squadrons dedicated to training Airmen, preparing them to perform their missions around the world, while simultaneously performing their own. The 36th Rescue Squadron at Fairchild Air

  • MQTP innovates classes, propels refueling mission forward

    Keeping Fairchild’s KC-135 Stratotankers mission capable and safe is not an easy job and requires an immense amount of training. While the Air Force puts maintenance Airmen through a generalized technical school, the brunt of training comes from a specialized program here. The 92nd Maintenance Group

  • Fairchild simulators ensure proficient aircrews across AMC

    Team Fairchild’s KC-135 flight simulator and Boom Operator Weapons System Trainer, ensures the proficiency of Fairchild’s pilots and boom operators conducting the Rapid Global Mobility mission. The simulator and BOWST are used by all aircrew Airmen on Fairchild as an efficient training tool to

  • EOD works ‘round the clock, ensuring Fairchild’s safety

    A loud boom echoes across the range with debris flying in every direction. As an enormous cloud of gray smoke emerges from the blast and begins to clear, a group of Explosive Ordnance Disposal Airmen admires the chaos of successfully disposing another potential threat to the Airmen, families and

  • New logistics commander opens door, heart to Airmen

    An adage older than the Air Force itself: take care of your people and they will take care of you. Every day there is an air mission and along with it are U.S. Air Force Airmen to complete it; Airmen who are trained, capable, ready and determined to ensure mission success. As the Airmen complete the

  • CATM qualifies Airmen creating readiness

    The 92nd Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance center provides necessary training and weapon care five days a week, preparing Airmen for the fight.

  • Fairchild COVID19 Response: 92nd MDG Laboratory

    The 92nd Medical Group works tirelessly to ensure the safety of its patients and continues to be mission focused during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing high-quality care for retirees, Airmen, and their families.Within the 92nd MDG, Laboratory Airmen have taken on the additional task of

  • Fairchild SFS Airman leads the way by completing Ranger school

    Fairchild’s own, Staff Sgt. Joseph Pace, 92nd Security Forces Squadron installation patrolman, completed the grueling 62 day course in April after starting in November 2019. This combat leadership course is divided into three phases that focus on small-unit tactics, realistic fieldwork and sound

  • Fairchild Airman keeps family spirts high during pandemic

    Children and families are greatly affected by the stay-at-home orders as they disrupt activities and routines that many rely on to get through each day, so it can take some creativity to stay resilient. For the Edwards’ household, dedicated family time and activities help boost their spirits.