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Sept. 5, 2019
Operational camouflage pattern uniforms on sale at Tinker

The operational camouflage pattern uniform went on sale at the Tinker Air Force Base’s Army and Air Force Exchange Service earlier this month as part of the Air Force’s ongoing transition to a single combat utility uniform to increase readiness and efficacy. Airmen began purchasing the new uniform
Sept. 4, 2019
U.S. Space Command establishment ceremony launches new era of space superiority capabilities

In a move to enhance the United States’ space superiority capabilities, President Donald J. Trump, Vice President Mike R. Pence, Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper and Air Force Gen. John W. Raymond formally established the United States Space Command during a ceremony held Aug. 30 at the White
Sept. 3, 2019
Suicide Prevention Month: Changing the narrative

September is National Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month. Airmen are encouraged to change the narrative and combat the stigma associated with seeking help without fear of negative career implications.
Aug. 29, 2019
School Bus Safety

The week after labor day will be the first day of school for many children. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reminds us to be safe around school buses. Safety awareness should be the focus, not only for drivers, but parents and children alike. Here are some safety tips from the
Aug. 29, 2019
Air Force mandates dedicated space for nursing mothers

The policy enables commanders to support nursing mothers by outlining procedures and requirements for establishing a private, secure (lockable from the inside) and sanitary location for the purpose of breastfeeding and/or expressing breast milk.
Aug. 28, 2019
VIDEO: Honorary commanders fly with the Okies

TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Honorary commanders from across Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, join the 507th Air Refueling Wing to see the Reserve refueling mission in action August 23, 2019.
Aug. 22, 2019
August is Antiterrorism Month

In May 2007, six extremists were arrested after surveilling military installations in the Northeast, arming themselves, and ultimately planning an assault on Fort Dix, N.J., with automatic weapons.In May 2009, four men were arrested with plans to bomb two synagogues in the Bronx and shoot down
Aug. 21, 2019
Congressional leaders fly with the 507th ARW

TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Reps. Kevin Hern and Markwayne Mullin along with congressional staffers from across Oklahoma joined the 507th Air Refueling Wing here on a orientation flight, Aug. 15, 2019. The congressional delegation visited the largest Air Force Reserve flying unit in the state to
Aug. 21, 2019
Air Force Recruiting Service highlights boom operators

TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Air Force Recruiting service visited the 507th Air Refueling Wing here to highlight enlisted career fields across the Air Force Aug. 13, 2019. Master Sgt. Ryan Cornell demonstrated what is it like to be a KC-135R Stratotanker boom operator.
Aug. 20, 2019
Navigating the Reserve retirement application process

BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- Retiring from the Air Force Reserve is a significant, emotional event, filled with anticipation and uncertainty. Because Airmen only retire once in their lifetime, they have no past experience to serve as a resource and typically learn what is required as they go