Making Tinker better, nearly 200 construction projects underway

Tinker is a massive installation. With several assigned and associate units, it takes a lot of work, especially in construction projects, to keep the base operational. Officials said the fall season typically brings a lot of projects. There are approximately 185 new and on-going construction

Cocky Walkers strike past 76th MXW

The first position round matchup of the 2008-09 Commanders Trophy League bowling season took place Nov. 5 at the Tinker Bowling Center. The battle between Cocky Walkers, the third place team, and fourth place 76th Maintenance Wing ended with the Cocky Walkers prevailing 3202-3163. "Our team always

Commander takes stock: Tinker reviews its mission in nuclear enterprise

Nuclear stewardship may not be the largest or most recognizable Tinker mission, but officials said it is the most important. In an effort to demonstrate its significance at Tinker, senior leaders will spend Nov. 14 discussing nuclear issues. Better known as "Nuclear Immersion Day," Maj. Gen. Loren

A closer look physicians, base clinic talk care

When approximately 40 local medical providers visited Tinker Oct. 29, it wasn't just for a meet-and-greet. They attended a provider collaboration meeting, hosted by the 72nd Medical Group. Held at the medical group's Heritage Hall, the providers, primarily from Midwest City Regional Medical Center,

Base hosts honor guard appreciation ceremony

Last week Tinker members showed up to the Honor Guard Appreciation Ceremony to show their support for those who show their support to military members every day. The ceremony opened with a letter from a family member who appreciated the honor guard's presence at a family member's burial. The letter

Officials want to know: why trash Tinker?

Sure, it's easy to roll down a car window and toss out trash or cigarette butts. It's easy to walk out of a facility, or step out of a vehicle in a parking lot and while walking down a street or jogging on a running path to throw trash on the ground. But, why do it? How does littering benefit the

2009 aviator continuation pay details released

Air Force officials in Washington released Nov. 4 the details for aviator continuation pay for this fiscal year. For active duty Airmen, the program gives various rated aviators -- namely some pilots, combat systems officers and air battle managers -- the opportunity to sign an active duty service

Gen Carlson: Veterans Day reflects service, sacrifice

To the men and women of Air Force Materiel Command: Nov. 11 is Veterans Day and I'd like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you on the AFMC Team -- and your families -- for the unending support, sacrifice and hard work you devote to our command and to our country each and every

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