• Three easy steps to avoid slips, trips and falls

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Every year, people are injured as a result of falling while walking, jogging or running — especially during winter periods when traction tends to deteriorate.The military and civilian personnel of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are no exception.Throughout

  • 88th Air Base Wing announces special holiday hours of operation

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The following facilities at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base will have adjusted hours in observance of Christmas and New Year’s Day, as well as Air Force Materiel Command Family Days, Dec. 23 and Jan. 3 (if not listed, consider them closed):GATES1A (Fairborn

  • Have a happy and safe holiday season

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Oh. -- As we close out 2021, the 88th Air Base Wing command team wishes Team Wright-Patterson a very happy holiday season. From Beth and me, thank you for what you do in making us the premier Air Base Wing, delivering “Strength through Support” every single day.I

  • Don’t get burned by your Christmas tree

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The holidays are a time when families gather and celebrate traditions. For many, one of those traditions is the Christmas tree.While this is by far among the most popular, it can also be one of the deadliest.According to the U.S. Fire Administration,

  • TRICARE copays to increase

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Starting Jan. 1, TRICARE pharmacy copayments will change for all beneficiaries, except active-duty service members, dependent survivors, and medically retired service members and their family members.The increases are part of a larger Department of Defense

  • Utility pipes to be replaced in Woods housing

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- As early as March, construction crews will begin work to replace underground natural gas and water-distribution piping in the Woods housing area, the 88th Civil Engineer Squadron announced.Impacted areas include Shields Avenue, McDowell Place, Buel Court,

  • Spotlight: Senior Airman Matthew Pope

    Name and rank: Senior Airman Matthew PopeDuty title: Emergency services medical technicianUnit of assignment: 88th Healthcare Operations SquadronWhat do you do at Wright-Patt? I am an emergency services technician assigned to Wright-Patterson Medical Center’s Emergency Department. I provide

  • Wright-Patt lands 11 on chief master sergeant selection list

    The Air Force has announced its newest chief master sergeant selects – and the list includes 11 names from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base:Air Force Materiel CommandSenior Master Sgt. Kevin CozadSenior Master Sgt. Michael GuanillAir Force Life Cycle Management CenterSenior Master Sgt. Chad

  • Wright-Patt to celebrate first human flight Dec. 17

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — Wright-Patterson Air Force Base will honor the local foundation of innovation and grit its mission is built upon Dec. 17 at 10 a.m., commemorating the Wright brothers’ accomplishments 118 years ago with the annual First Flight ceremony.“It is important to

  • Reflection, Resilience and Renewal

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- As we approach the end of another year, I am reflecting on the many personal and professional challenges within my own family and squadron.The Air Force Medical Service’s theme for December is “Commitment to resilience,” with the Ready Reliable Care principle