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  • Tech. Sgt. Mykal Sequeria, 563d Operations Support Squadron rigger, targets an HH-60G pave Hawk while acting as an oppositional force member, Feb. 22, 2017, at the Playas Training and Research Center, N.M. OPFOR is a role designed to simulate downrange threats and complicate training objectives with the ultimate goal of creating a realistic training environment for units preparing to deploy. Airmen from the 563d OSS fill this role in support of numerous joint exercises each year utilizing aircraft-threat emittors, vehicle-mounted simulation weapons and waves of ground troops. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Callaghan)

    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 military aircraft outside Stewart Air National Guard
  • Safe + Sound Week

    Air Force Participates in Safe + Sound Week

    The Air Force will be participating in Safe + Sound Week Aug. 12-18, 2019.  Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event designed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to highlight the value of safety and health programs in the workplace and to celebrate the institutions that implement them.The Air Force Safety Center is asking Airmen to
  • Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force #18 Kaleth O. Wright visited several units at Tinker Air Force Base and toured the 137th Special Operations Wing at Will Rogers Air National Guard Base July 30-31. During his visit, Wright received an overview of Tinker missions with an emphasis on Airmen's contributions to readiness through innovation and their impact throughout the Air Force. Wright also delivered a presentation focusing on Wingman and total force resiliency at an Enlisted All Call at Rose State College. (U.S. Air Force photo/Kelly White)

    CMSAF Wright talks resiliency and readiness at all call

    Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright discussed resiliency and readiness with an auditorium filled with Tinker Airmen during an All Call held at the Hudiburg Chevrolet Center during his base visit last week. “The primary reason for me to do base visits is coming out to see what a base is capable of and get the understanding of your
  • Chief Master Sgt. Linda Sparks, a Reservist from Scott Air Force Base Illinois, and Col. Don Wren, 910th Mission Support Group commander, from Youngstown Air Reserve Base, Ohio, reunited during the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program event in St. Louis, Missouri, July 19-21, 2019. Sparks and Wren are former co-workers, and at the Yellow Ribbon event, Sparks took Wren's class on how to write an effective resume for a federal job. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Lauren Gleason)

    Colonel gives deployers tips for getting in the door to civilian jobs

    ST. LOUIS, Mo. -- Chief Master Sgt. Linda Sparks was looking to take the next step in her career as a federal civilian employee when she returned from a 6-month Air Force Reserve deployment to Iraq, she said.She was among those who took a federal job resume writing class at a Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program event July 19-21 to learn more about
  • The 507th Air Refueling Wing enlisted promotion list for August 2019 at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Mary Begy)

    507th ARW August enlisted promotions

    Promotions from the 507th Air Refueling Wing enlisted ranks.
  • United States Air Force Aviation Artist Darby Perrin and Vietnam War Ace Col. Chuck DeBellevue carefully arrange and sign 555 copies of the piece Perrin painted for DeBellevue, entitled "Landing Denied." The piece is of a scene on Sept. 9, 1972, when then Capt. DeBellevue and Capt. John Madden were in close proximity of a MiG 21J over Phuc Yen Airbase. (U.S. Air Force photo/Kelly White)

    Former 507th ARW boom operator captures historic moment in Vietnam War

    Behind every work of art is a story.A recent painting completed by Tinker Air Force Base Artist in Residence and U.S. Air Force Historian Darby Perrin captures a brief glimpse into the story of retired Col. Chuck DeBellevue and Capt. John Madden during an encounter with a MiG 21J during the Linebacker Strikes on Sept. 9, 1972.“This [painting] shows
  • The Readiness Report is published monthly for Individual Reservists.

    July newsletter for Individual Reservists now available

    The July 2019 edition of the Readiness Report newsletter for Individual Reservists is now available for digital download.The Readiness Report is the official publication of Headquarters Individual Reservist Readiness and Integration Organization and is published monthly to deliver news and information to Air Force Individual Mobilization Augmentees
  • Retirement Process

    Navigating the retirement application process

    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 through the process. There are basic foundational requirements that must be met
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    Step-by-Step Guide for how to Transfer GI Bill Benefits

    You must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DoDI 1341.13, Change 1, Post-9/11 GI Bill and AFI 36-2649, Voluntary Education Program, Attachment 13, prior to applying for the Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB). NOTE: Airmen must have at least six years in service (active duty and/or Selected Reserve) and effective 12 July 2019, no more
  • Joint service members and civilians discuss Individual Ready Reserve program topics during Day Two of the 2019 Joint IRR Conference, hosted by HQ Air Reserve Personnel Center, Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado, June 13-15, 2019.

    HQ ARPC hosts 2019 Joint IRR Conference

    The Joint IRR Conference included representatives from the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines and Navy, educating one another on their service-specific IRR programs. While each service program has the same Office of the Secretary of Defense policies driving them, the consensus was that the conference was of great value for each service to attend by being able to discuss ongoing problems experienced by each branch.
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