Flu shots to be available for civilians as well as military

For the second year in a row, Air Force Materiel Command will make the influenza (flu) vaccine available to its civilian workforce. This is in addition to the flu vaccine for military and TRICARE beneficiaries.There is a limited quantity of the flu vaccine purchased for the AFMC Civilian Workforce

New modification will enhance B-1’s capabilities

Tinker recently received a new workload; one that promises to make the B-1 Lancer a more effective warfighter. In other words, the already "bad to the bone" B-1, will be "badder." The Integrated Battle Station, or IBS, modification will modernize three of the aircraft's capabilities. Personnel from

New software provides mechanics easy access to maintenance manuals

A variety of maintenance manuals used by Tinker Air Force Base mechanics to repair aircraft, jet engines and commodities are now conveniently accessible through a newly installed icon on the computer "desktop."At the request of the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex, David "Blake" Davis of the 72nd

Following promotion, General Kirkland assumes command of air logistics complex

Sept. 7 was indeed "a great day to fly" for Col. Donald E. Kirkland.In a ceremony at Hollywood and Vine in Bldg. 3001, Colonel Kirkland was promoted to brigadier general. Then, the former executive officer for the Chief of Staff of the Air Force assumed command of the Oklahoma City Air Logistics

F108 jet engine overhaul expected to save $2 billion, improve fuel efficiency

The Air Force and the Navy have teamed up to develop a propulsion upgrade that will keep aircraft vital to both flying longer and at less cost.The two services worked with private industry to upgrade the F108 (CFM56-2) turbofan jet engine, which is used in Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers and the

AFSC captain from Hill AFB highlighted in 'Portraits in Courage'

Captain Jennifer Curtis, an Air Force medical professional from Hill AFB, Utah, was recently recognized in the Air Force annual "Portraits in Courage" program for her work during a 2011 deployment to Afghanistan. To read more about Capt. Curtis and the other Airmen recognized, click here.

Robins inducts newest honorary commanders

Robins inducted its newest honorary commanders Aug. 30 during a ceremony at the Museum of Aviation. This year, 30 community members from across Middle Georgia were selected.The program began in 2005 and is designed to encourage an exchange of ideas, experiences and friendship between key members of

Robins inducts newest honorary commanders

Robins inducted its newest honorary commanders Aug. 30 during a ceremony at the Museum of Aviation. This year, 30 community members from across Middle Georgia were selected.The program began in 2005 and is designed to encourage an exchange of ideas, experiences and friendship between key members of

Tinker's OC-ALC signs engine agreement

Robins C-130 program wins Mason award, best in Department of Defense

The C-130 Programmed Depot Maintenance Team at the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex has recently been awarded the 2012 Secretary of Defense Depot-level Maintenance Award, known as the Robert T. Mason Award for Depot Maintenance Excellence. "The Mason award signifies the best in depot-level