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  • A week in history July 1 - 8

    The 92nd Bombardment Wing was re-designated as the 92nd Air Refueling Wing, and Fairchild Air Force Base was transferred from Air Combat Command to Air Mobility Command. The ceremony marked the creation of the largest ARW in the Air Force with five active during air refueling squadrons totaling more

  • 18th AF commander visits Fairchild AFB leadership

    Lt. Gen. Giovanni Tuck, 18th Air Force commander, visited 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 141st ARW leadership June 7, 2017, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Tuck spoke with leadership about his priorities and expectations going forward as the 18th Air Force commander. Tuck leads Air Mobility

  • Sheet metal and the KC-135 Stratotanker

    Team Fairchild’s KC-135 Stratotankers first took to the skies in the 1950s and 1960s and have continued to support missions across the globe. A big contributor to keeping the aircraft flying is the sheet metal shop here at Fairchild.

  • CES highlights STEM mission

    The 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron hosted 37 local high school students during a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math tour May 1, here.

  • FAFB takes on LIFT

    Team Fairchild launched the “Leaders Inspiring for Tomorrow” Summit Apr. 21, the first conference and engagement showcase of its kind.

  • Earth Day: everyone can have an impact

    Multiple base agencies held events in celebration of Earth Day to highlight the importance of caretaking our planet. The events were geared toward the youth and included age-appropriate activities at the Child Development Center and Youth Center.

  • 66th TRS embraces new commander

    Lt. Col. Erik Haynes assumed command of the 66th Training Squadron from Lt. Col. David C. Rea during a ceremony Apr. 10, here.

  • Fairchild implements new firearm policies effective Apr. 17

    The exception is for personnel who are authorized to carry a concealed weapon under the Law Enforcement Officer’s Safety Act. LEOSA applies to active and retired law enforcement officers, to include military policemen, and authorizes the carry of concealed weapons in any jurisdiction in the United

  • 92nd CES renovates the Ross

    In March 2017, the Ross Mission Essential Feeding Facility underwent a renovation project led by the 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron, saving the Air Force approximately $83,000 in paper goods and construction materials.The month-long project focused on the kitchen area; replacing, repairing and

  • AFAF kicks off

    Team Fairchild kicked-off the Air Force Assistance Fund campaign Mar. 27, with a base goal of $41,293