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April 23, 2026
Air Force Marathon Reveals 2026 Featured Aircraft

Celebrating "30 years of running," the Air Force Marathon is thrilled to announce the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds as the featured aircraft for the 2026 race weekend, scheduled for September 18-19. Alongside this exciting partnership, marathon organizers are rolling out a series of significant
April 21, 2026
Leadership Dayton participants gain inside look at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

Since its founding in 1976, Leadership Dayton has brought together 50 emerging and established community leaders each year to explore the people, organizations and challenges shaping the region. As part of that experience, participants tour Wright-Patterson Air Force Base — the largest single-site
April 21, 2026
New Wright-Patterson Community Center to open on May 6

The 88th Force Support Squadron will host a ribbon cutting and grand opening for the new Wright-Patterson Community Center May 6, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., located in the former Wright-Patterson Club, 4771 Lahm Circle, Area A.
April 21, 2026
Wright-Patterson AFB to observe Police Week 2026

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base will observe Police Week 2026 from May 11 through May 15 with a series of events hosted by the 88th Security Forces Squadron, honoring fallen defenders, recognizing those who serve, and strengthening connections across the installation.
April 15, 2026
Explore AFMC career opportunities at May 6 Career Fair

The Air Force Materiel Command will host a Career Fair May 6 highlighting job opportunities at the command and tenant organizations located here.
April 13, 2026
The Wright Move: The Foundation of the Future of Wright-Patterson AFB

Remembering the 100th anniversary of the official groundbreaking for Wright Field.
April 10, 2026
Rucking through Wright-Patt: The 2026 Norwegian Foot March

Approximately 335 military members, veterans, and dependents were challenged both physically and mentally in the 2026 Norwegian Foot March on April 4. Open to military and civilian participants, the event requires completing 18.6 miles while carrying over 24 pounds of dry weight, testing their
April 9, 2026
AFMC honors top performers at 2025 Annual Excellence Awards

The AFMC Annual Excellence Awards recognize top military and civilian performers across the enterprise for leadership, teamwork, and mission success.
April 9, 2026
AFAF: A Lifeline When It’s Needed Most

Military life brings unique challenges. A sudden car repair can disrupt a family’s budget, an unexpected emergency can require last-minute travel, and the pursuit of education can feel financially out of reach. For surviving spouses of retirees, the fear of losing their home or not being able to
April 8, 2026
Navy researchers at Wright-Patt seek volunteers for NASA study supporting space exploration and humanity’s return to the Moon

U.S. Navy researchers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are looking for volunteers to help support a study directly supporting one of the United States’ biggest space exploration goals: returning American astronauts to the Moon.