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  • Joint induction points to ‘joint’ nature of military success

    The ability to integrate the diverse capabilities of multiple military services, to create a unit that is greater than its individual parts, makes U.S. armed forces the strongest in the world."A small number of people in a joint operation can have a huge impact," retired Chief Master Sgt. Ralph

  • Tinker’s Air Force, Navy hold joint SNCO induction

    Ninety Navy and Air Force noncommissioned officers at Tinker entered the senior enlisted ranks during a recent banquet that was replete with pomp and circumstance.Ten petty officers from the Navy were elevated to chief petty officers and 80 Air Force technical sergeants advanced to the rank of

  • Tinker SPO improves B-1 platform in multiple ways over one fiscal year

    Tinker's B-1 System Program Office reached an impressive and unlikely feat Oct. 27. The planning and programming office supported 2,000 consecutive days of real world combat operations for the B-1B Lancer platform.As personnel looked back on their accomplishments, officials said they are

  • Saving energy requires ongoing effort

    As another Energy Awareness month draws to a close, Tinker's Energy Team officials said the message will remain a priority. Branded by the Air Force, the motto "Make energy and water conservation a consideration in all we do," is key.Throughout the month, Tinker energy officials hosted several

  • Know uniform rules for cold-weather gear

    With fall upon us and winter approaching the Tinker First Sergeants Counil would like to provide some guidance on the proper wear of cold weather gear. Cold Weather Accessories: Cold weather accessories will only be worn when wearing authorized outer garments (Exception: gloves may be worn solely

  • Don’t get ‘stuffed’ over the holidays

    Couch potatoes, take note: research indicates the average American gains 7 to 10 pounds over the end-of-the-year holiday season, and it can take months to lose that extra "stuffing."For that reason, a program that promotes sensible eating and watching your waistline is slated to get under way soon

  • Lizards shoot down Scott’s Crew

    The 2011 intramural volleyball championship and bragging rights were at stake. It was anyone's match. Both teams had a regular season record of 14-1 and had only lost to each other. On the evening of Oct. 25, Leaping Lizards White greeted Scott's Crew at the Gerrity Fitness and Sports Center main

  • 72nd ABW transformation initiatives drive culture change

    The 72nd Air Base Wing is on a path of propelling its performance from "good to great." In fiscal 2011, nearly 1,000 wing military and civilian members have attended lean awareness and green belt training. Additionally, the wing has also participated in numerous transformation efforts, several of