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  • AFMC Command Chief to focus on communication, people

    People make an assignment great, not the location, said the Air Force Materiel Command’s newest senior enlisted leader, Chief Master Sgt. Stanley C. Cadell, who is eager to get to know all of the military and civilian Airmen across the command as he settles into his role here.

  • Air Force announces adult, youth artists of the year

    The Air Force Services Activity recently announced the winners of the annual Air Force Art Contest. With more than 1,800 entries submitted by over 1,100 artists, it was clear creativity is in great supply at U.S. Air Force installations.

  • Bldg. 3001 cafeteria to provide meals to Reservists in March

    TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- On March 2- 3, Tinker Air Force Base Reservists will receive their meals at the Bldg. 3001 Cafeteria, located on the south end of Bldg. 3001 in Area C, during the renovation of the Vanwey Dining Facility.

  • ‘Spark Tank’ competition ignites innovative ideas

    Tinker Air Force Base’s Spark Tank Competition on Feb. 1 at the Tinker Club featured four individuals or groups, known as “sparkers,” who vied for $110,000 in 72nd Air Base Wing Innovation Funds for the best idea to help the Air Force become more innovative as it addresses its mission to “Fly, Fight

  • Air Force formalizes policy on retention of non-deployable Airmen

    In accordance with Department of Defense policy on military retention of non-deployable service members, the Air Force implemented its guidance in a memo signed Feb. 19. Airmen who have been non-deployable for more than 12 consecutive months will be notified by their chain of command and evaluated

  • --- Base Operating Status – 20 Feb

    The 72nd Air Base Wing / Installation Commander has announced that the base will be Open for Day Shift (1st Shift) on Feb. 20.Tinker officials will continue to monitor the weather and will notify personnel if the operating status will change.  Please maintain awareness and use caution on roadways

  • --- Base Operating Status (Update) – 19 Feb, 1130

    Effective immediately, the 72nd Air Base Wing / Installation Commander has authorized early dismissal for Day Shift (1st Shift), as well as closing the base for Swing Shift (2nd Shift) and Mid Shift (3rd Shift / Grave) today. For military supervisors, please excuse non-mission essential personnel

  • KC‐46 arrives for combat training

    Reserve Citizen Airmen of the 730th Air Mobility Training Squadron here, dignitaries and Air Force leaders accepted the new KC‐46A Pegasus during a historic arrival celebration Feb. 8.