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  • Gary Roach, The American Legion department commander, presents the Spirit of Service Award to Airman 1st Class Nicholas Loew, 92nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, during the annual American Legion Department Convention in Spokane, Washington, July 19, 2019. A commitment to the local community led to Loew selflessly volunteering in 33 separate events, for a total of 364 hours. Furthermore, he rallied nineteen volunteers to serve over 3 thousand dinners to less fortunate at the City Gate homeless shelter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jesenia Landaverde)

    Fairchild Airman wins 2018 American Legion Spirit of Service Award

    A Team Fairchild Airman was awarded the 2018 American Legion Spirit of Service Award at the annual American Legion Department Convention June 19. Airman 1st Class Nicholas Loew, 92nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Fuels Distribution specialist, was presented the award for his extensive community involvement on and off base.
  • U.S. Air Force Col. Derek Salmi, 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander, reviews key points of full spectrum readiness during a “State of the Wing” all-call at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, March 20, 2019. Salmi gave recognition to Team Fairchild’s recent accomplishments continuation of Fairchild’s legacy of excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Whitney Laine)

    Commander addresses Team Fairchild on ‘State of the Wing’

    Col. Derek Salmi, 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander, hosted three “State of the Wing” all-calls to discuss upcoming events for the wing, the way ahead on housing concerns and initiatives such as Fairchild University and Inland Spark Mar. 18, 20 and 22. Salmi also discussed his priority for the 92nd ARW to maintain full spectrum readiness, which goes beyond donning mission oriented protective posture gear.
  • Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright watches as 22nd Training Squadron Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape specialists conduct apprehension avoidance and combatives training at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, March 21, 2019. During Wright’s visit, he learned the ins-and-outs of becoming a SERE specialist and the different methods of training conducted around the Inland Northwest. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    CMSAF Wright visits Team Fairchild

    Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visited Team Fairchild for an in-depth look at the missions of the 92nd Air Refueling Wing and 336th Training Group Survival School March 21-22.
  • Team Fairchild’s all-women flight aircrew pose for a photo in honor of Women’s History Month at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Mar. 8, 2019. The flight commemorated Raymonde de Laroche, a pioneer in aviation and the first woman in the world to receive a pilot’s license more than 100 years ago. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Whitney Laine)

    Team Fairchild performs all -women refueling flight

    An all-female air refueling mission was performed by Team Fairchild Airmen today in honor of Women’s History Month at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. The effort highlighted women’s integration in every aspect of the 92nd Air Refueling Wing mission, which is to provide responsive air refueling and agile combat support across the full-range of military operations.
  • Senior Airman Laura Wakes, 92nd Medical Group diagnostic imaging technologist, prepares to take an x-ray of a patient’s hand at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Jan. 25, 2019. Diagnostic imaging is one of the 17 flights within the Air Force’s Biomedical Sciences Corps. The BSC specialty is less known due to being embedded into the existing sections of Air Force medical groups that Airmen and dependents use every day, serving to compliment and strengthen patient care. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Whitney Laine)

    Fairchild celebrates BSC week

    Team Fairchild honors the Air Force’s Biomedical Sciences Corps’ 54th anniversary by participating in the Air Force’s recognition of BSC Appreciation Week 28 Jan. through 1 Feb. The BSC comprises of a diversified range of subject matter experts within the Air Force’s patient care systems, such as optometry, clinical psychology, pharmacy, physical therapy and many more.
  • Airmen from the 36th Rescue Squadron demonstrate a medevac situation during the congressional staffer’s base tour Oct. 18, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Following the medevac demonstration, congressional staffers were able to speak with 36th RQS aircrew members about their rescue experiences within the Pacific Northwest region. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    Congressional staffers visit Fairchild

    Congressional staffers visited Fairchild to learn more about Team Fairchild’s impact on the global air refueling mission and the local Spokane community, Oct. 18.
  • A B-52 Stratofortress prepares to connect to a KC-135 Stratotanker from Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, as part of a training operation Oct. 3, 2018. The purpose of the training operation was to test the KC-46A Pegasus' ability to perform inflight refueling connections, specifically with the B-52's airframe. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lawrence Sena)

    Fairchild’s Airmen support KC-46A, B-52 training

    Airmen from Fairchild’s 384th Air Refueling Squadron supported a KC-46A Pegasus during a training operation with a B-52 Stratofortress in the Northwest region of the United States, Oct. 3, 2018. The purpose of the training mission was to test the new refueler’s capability to perform inflight refueling connections specifically with the B-52 airframe.
  • Airman 1st Class Desteny Zuniga, 92nd Comptroller Squadron unit manager, holds up a finisher's medallion she received after running the CMSAF Binnicker 9K Memorial Run at Miller Park in Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Sept. 22, 2018. The AFEV is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide a safe and secure home for surviving spouses of retired enlisted Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lawrence Sena)

    Fairchild hosts CMSAF Binnicker 9K Memorial Run

    Airmen and civilian members participated in the CMSAF Binnicker 9K Memorial Run benefitting the Air Force Enlisted Village at Miller Park here Sept. 22, 2018. The Air Force Sergeant’s Association hosted the event in honor of Chief Master Sgt. James Binncker, who served as the ninth Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, was the CEO of the Air Force Enlisted Village from 2000 through 2015 and is credited for building the foundation of what the AFEV stands for.
  • Jimmy "LJ" Now smiles at his mother, Samantha Now, as he explores a UH-1N Huey assigned to the 36th Rescue Squadron during a visit Sept. 7, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. As part of his bucket list, LJ wanted to experience the life of a helicopter pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    36th RQS helps leukemia patient live in the Now

    Jimmy “LJ” Now was just another two-year-old boy before he was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. He played outside, spent time with his family and became fascinated with planes and helicopters after receiving a military soldiers toy kit for Christmas.
  • Staff Sgt. Daniel Tabita and Staff Sgt. Kyle Wentz, 92nd Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handlers, and MWD Brenda prepare to fly during huey training with the 36th Rescue Squadron Aug. 15, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. For nearly every dog, it was their first time all four paws have left the ground. For a MWD team, being prepared before heading downrange is imperative to ensuring they meet deployment objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    MWD training takes flight

    Throughout the month of August, the 92nd Security Forces Squadron MWD section trained with the 36th Rescue Squadron to learn and become familiar with the components of a huey aircraft in preparation for deployment missions.
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