Tinker Air Force Base News

OC-ALC Commander Throws Ceremonial First Pitch at Women's College World Series Finals

Courtney Landsberger — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:05:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Lindsay C. Droz, commander of the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC) at Tinker Air Force Base, threw out the ceremonial first pitch at the decisive national championship game of the Women’s College World Series on Thursday, June 4. The pre-game ceremony took place at the USA Softball Hall of Fame Stadium, setting the stage just before the final battle for the collegiate softball crown.

New Mobile App Connects Tinker Community

Staff Sergeant Sarah Brice — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:45:00 GMT

Tinker Air Force Base officially launched Team Tinker on June 3, a mobile application designed to help Tinker’s community easily connect to events, resources and information.

Summers’ arrival: Team Tinker welcomes new command chief

Airman 1st Class Luther Callaway — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Chief Master Sgt. Malcolm Summers assumed responsibility as the 72nd Air Base Wing Command Chief on May 26, succeeding Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Gradel.

Wrenches to Wings: The artisan hands behind every test flight

Courtney Landsberger — Fri, 29 May 2026 19:12:03 GMT

For most pilots, trust is a two-way street between aviator and aircraft. But for the crews of the 10th Flight Test Squadron (10th FLTS), that bond is a three-way pact between pilot, plane, and the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex artisans who took the aircraft apart and pieced it back together.

Leaders Convene at Air Dominance Summit to Shape Future of Air Superiority

2nd Lt. Semevo Hounkpatin — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Top defense leaders from the U.S. Air Force, Navy, and allied nations gathered at the 2026 Air Dominance Summit to strategize the future of air superiority. Key discussions centered on the development of sixth-generation fighters, artificial intelligence integration, and the critical role of data networks in contested environments. Col. Cisco Harris highlighted Tinker Air Force Base’s "no-fail" maintenance and refueling missions as essential pillars for sustaining global combat airpower.

Tinker Talks - Tinker Installation Commander - Col. Cisco Harris

Paul Shirk — Wed, 27 May 2026 01:18:00 GMT

In this episode of Tinker Talks, Mark Hybers sits down with Col. Cisco Harris, the Tinker Installation and 72nd Air Base Wing commander. He discusses his background, priorities and future updates for Tinker Air Force Base.

Team Tinker showcases mission to community leaders

Mark Hybers — Fri, 08 May 2026 13:27:00 GMT

Team Tinker had the opportunity to showcase its diverse and critical missions to members of Leadership Midwest City during a base tour April 9. The engagement was designed to strengthen community partnerships and provide local leaders with a deeper understanding of the vital national security work accomplished at Tinker Air Force Base.

Uber Eats & Pizza Delivery on Tinker; options expand

By Airman 1st Class Joseph Luther I. Callaway-Jones — Thu, 07 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Domino's Pizza, Papa John's, Uber, and Uber Eats are available on Tinker Air Force Base!

Back from the Boneyard: Tinker Brings B-1 Back to the Fight

Courtney Landsberger — Wed, 06 May 2026 14:25:05 GMT

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer once parked in the Arizona desert is back in the air after an intensive regeneration and depot maintenance effort led by the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex at Tinker Air Force Base.

Tinker celebrates graduates of Airman Leadership School 26-D

Pentagon News — Tue, 05 May 2026 17:01:25 GMT

Twenty five Airmen and one Sailor graduated from the Tinker Airman Leadership School during a graduation ceremony held here April 30, 2026. ALS is a six-week professional development course designed to prepare new staff sergeants and senior airmen for positions of greater responsibility by strengthening their ability to lead, follow, and manage junior airmen as first line supervisors.

More Than a Mission: Lessons from a Saturday at Tinker Air Force Base

By 2nd Lt. Anthony Highland — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:40:00 GMT

KUDOS, hosted by the Military and Family Readiness Center and Youth Programs, welcomed children of service members for a full-day, hands-on deployment simulation. The event was designed to give children of service members a sense of what their mom or dad, sometimes both parents, experience when duty calls them away from home.

Tinker projects strength during 2026 State of the Base

Kimberly Woodruff — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:48:00 GMT

Tinker Air Force Base hosted its third annual State of the Base April 17 at Rose State College in Midwest City, Oklahoma, discussing future military innovations and community partnerships. The event provided community stakeholders with the latest updates and opportunities to ask questions directly to senior leaders. The discussion highlighted Tinker’s integral role in national defense, its economic impact for the state, and its strategic role as a power projection platform defending the nation.

Regenerated B-1B Lancer dedicated as "Apocalypse II" to honor WWII heroes

Master Sgt. Dana J. Cable — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:45:00 GMT

The 7th Bomb Wing unveiled new nose art for a recently regenerated B-1B Lancer, linking the legacy of World War II Airmen with the future of American airpower during a dedication ceremony April 22, 2026.

Tinker leaders outline future mission, workforce needs at AERO Oklahoma

Airman 1st Class Joseph Luther Callaway Jones — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Leaders from Tinker Air Force Base engaged Oklahoma lawmakers, aerospace representatives, students and community members across multiple events at the State Capitol April 1, 2026, during Aviation and Aerospace Day, highlighting the role of the state’s aerospace industry and its impact on national defense.

AFMC honors top performers at 2025 Annual Excellence Awards

Brian Dietrick — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:14:00 GMT

The AFMC Annual Excellence Awards recognize top military and civilian performers across the enterprise for leadership, teamwork, and mission success.

Tinker Celebrates Month of the Military Child

Staff Sgt. Sarah Brice — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:52:54 GMT

Col. Cisco Harris, Tinker Air Force Base installation commander and Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Gradel, 72nd Air Base Wing command chief, signed proclamations for the Month of the Military Child at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, April 1, 2026. The kick-off featured face painting, caricature portraits, a candy bar and dancing. The Month of the Military Child pays tribute to military children for their commitment sacrifices, and unconditional support of our service members.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

Pentagon News — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:37:34 GMT

April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and Tinker Air Force Base is committed to raising awareness, supporting survivors, and fostering a culture of dignity and respect. This month serves as a focused time for the Tinker community to reinforce its commitment to eliminating sexual assault. While April is recognized as SAAPM, the effort to combat sexual assault is a year-round commitment.

Tinker hosts Oklahoma Installation Commanders’ Summit

Airman 1st Class Joseph Luther Callaway-Jones — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Commanders from nine military installations and civic leaders across Oklahoma met at Tinker Air Force Base March 25, 2026, for the annual Oklahoma Installation Commanders’ Summit.

Team Tinker brings families of deployed together for community dinner

Paul Shirk — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:09:07 GMT

Families of servicemembers deployed around the world came together for a night of fellowship at Tinker Air Force Base March 11. Families enjoyed a catered meal served by leadership from across the base.

Tinker installation commander honors base namesake’s legacy

Paul Shirk — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:29:57 GMT

The Tinker Air Force Base Installation Commander took a moment to honor the heritage of the base’s namesake, meeting with descendants of Maj. Gen. Clarence L. Tinker. Col. Cisco Harris met with Isabel and Pepper Ramsey and their mother, Pamm, at the Charles B. Hall Air Park to reflect on Tinker’s history, contribution to the nation and talk about the importance of service. Isabel and Pepper Ramsey are the great-great-great nieces of Tinker.