Treaty office helps AF monitor weapons systems

For some, the effects of the Cold War haven't ended. Not until this December, that is, when the current Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START I) ends. And even then, work will continue at the Treaty Compliance Office at Tinker. The United States is a signatory to over 30 arms treaties. Most

Tinker class teaches importance of technical orders in maintenance

David Mathis believes in doing things by the book. Especially when it comes to maintaining airplanes. A retired Air Force aircraft crew chief, Mr. Mathis is now an instructor at the Tinker Technology Center, teaching -- among other things -- the proper use of Technical Orders in maintaining

End of an era for Tinker software unit

History was made April 30. The 754th Electronic Systems Group disbanded as a civilian unit and reformed as a contracted organization. Despite the change in personnel, the ELSG still performs the same function -- supporting the three air logistics centers' software maintenance systems. The decision

Funny man shares his sobering story

Bernie McGrenahan is funny. "A mandatory comedy show at eight o'clock in the morning," he told the Airmen in the base theater, shaking his head. "Must be in the military." But it's a command performance he is more than willing to make. As part of Tinker's Wellness Day activities last week, stand-up

OC-ALC’s Small Business Office has big responsibility in forming partnerships

Think small ... small business that is. After all, it's the heart and soul of the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center's Small Business Office. Manned by three people in Bldg. 3001, the small business office solicits and helps small businesses contract work with Tinker, to ultimately ensure a fair

Midwest City says thanks at firestorm appreciation lunch

ADR program: Life-changing, award-winning

The small square room is painted soft yellow. Decorative accents including a black "YES" placard stands on a dark-stained credenza. The room holds a TV and DVD player and a similarly-stained round table with a bowl full of chocolates in the middle. There's a certain solace within the Tinker

Retired leaders summit

Playing it safe Wings highlight safety for summer season

"You just hit a little kid!" the sergeant shouted at the passing drunk driver. The driver slowed but didn't stop. Fortunately, the "kid" was an orange traffic cone and the "drunk driver" was an Airman wearing goggles that simulated the effects of drunken vision. They weren't even speeding. "When I

Smoker kicks off fitness month

The stage was set. The ring was assembled. The boxers laced up their gloves and boots and were ready to rumble. Part of the base's May Fitness Month, the Boxing Smoker at the Gerrity Fitness and Sports Center on May 8 hosted 10 fights wile more than 500 fans cheered on their favorite combatant.