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  • Tinker’s CSD Shop fills the need…for constant speed

    While it takes a coordinated nationwide enterprise of depot maintenance to keep the Air Force operating at its highest capability, a single shop at Tinker Air Force Base is responsible for powering every aircraft in the entire Air Force. Operating with a crew of 73, Tinker’s Constant Speed Drive

  • Tinker AFB is now in HPCON Bravo

    Tinker AFB is now in HPCON Bravo.  We have zero confirmed COVID-19 cases at Tinker.  Following is a list of installation actions we are implementing to protect our Tinker community: - Canceled Events:  All non-mission large gathering events greater than 50 attendees are canceled until 11 May in line

  • Air Force senior leaders’ tri-signed letter

    The ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic is moving at a fast pace. Focus across the Nation remains on the actions we must all take to minimize possible exposure to this virus.

  • Staying safe this storm season

    Information from the American Red Cross and Center for Disease ControlWith Tornado season approaching for Oklahoma, being prepared is the first step to keeping you and your family safe. These tips, provided by the Center for Disease Control and Red Cross, are a good start in preparing your emergency

  • COVID-19 Release

    In an abundance of caution, Tinker Air Force Base is taking precautionary steps in accordance with the Department of Defense and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).Service members and family members arriving from, or returning from

  • Spring Break, COVID-19, and You

    Tinker Air Force Base continues to monitor the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the potential  impact it may have on our Tinker Family and the local community.  Many schools in Oklahoma will be closed for Spring Break next week and many families take that time to travel to visit family, amusement

  • AFMC top Airmen honored

    Air Force Materiel Command’s top Airmen for 2019 were recognized during the Annual Excellence Awards Banquet March 11, 2020.Command headquarters, centers and wings were represented by nominees in nine categories:  Airman, non-commissioned officer, senior non-commissioned officer, first sergeant,

  • Air Battle Managers: Offensive Coordinators of the U.S. Air Force

    In Oklahoma many are aware that Tinker Air Force Base is home to the E-3 Airborne Warning and Control System aircraft with the giant roto-dome; many, however, are unaware that this aircraft has a specific role in the Air Force that is like no other – an Air Battle Manager.An ABM is a rated officer

  • Coronavirus Disease: What you should know

    There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including: