• Registration opens for fifth History & Heritage race

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio– The 2022 History & Heritage Race Series opened registration for the next virtual race August 1, featuring the F-86 Sabre.The U.S. Air Force’s first swept-wing jet fighter, the branch primarily used this fast aircraft in Korea opposing the Russian-built MiG-15.

  • Outdoor events approved under COVID-19 policy updates

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has the green light to host outdoor events and move forward with planning future functions under new Air Force policy regarding COVID-19 restrictions.The policy, signed by Undersecretary of the Air Force Gina Ortiz Jones,

  • Wright-Patt lands 41 on technical sergeant select list

        WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Air Force has announced its newest technical sergeant selects — and the list includes 41 names from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.This year, 5,430 staff sergeants were

  • Be smart, seen and safe while running

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The dense morning fog routinely generated here in the Miami Valley can present real challenges for those hitting the streets early to get a jog in before work.For early morning or any periods of reduced visibility, here are a few safety tips for you to keep

  • There’s no secret formula — just ‘go do’

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- As with most officers, I have been training and preparing for the squadron commander job from my first day as a second lieutenant.By now, I always envisioned I would have some magical catchphrase that would instantly inspire my Airmen to work harder, faster

  • Retiree Appreciation Day set for Oct. 28

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- After a three-year hiatus, the 88th Air Base Wing will host its annual Retiree Appreciation Day at the Hope Hotel & Richard C. Holbrooke Conference Center on Oct. 28. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the opening ceremony will start at 8 a.m.The

  • Spotlight: 1st Lt. Caroline McDowell

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Name and rank: 1st Lt. Caroline McDowellDuty title: Critical care nurseUnit of assignment: 88th Inpatient Operations SquadronWhat do you do at Wright-Patt?I am a critical-care nurse in the (intensive care unit) at Wright-Patterson Medical Center. I am

  • Prior service maintainers share leadership, time management skills

    One of the most important aspects of service that makes Airmen formidable and allows the Air Force to excel is experience. Every Airman’s journey is unique and there are many who began their military service in other branches of the armed forces. Many leadership skills translate well from other

  • Company Grade Officers’ Council lists new board members

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Company Grade Officers’ Council has announced its new board members for fall 2022. All executive positions have a six-month term, starting July 1 and running through Dec. 31.“This organization promotes networking through