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Dec. 8, 2020
Annual DoD housing survey opens for tenant feedback Dec. 8

The annual survey provides Air Force housing officials, installation leaders and project owners feedback to shape the evolution of improvements that advance the Air Force housing portfolio that is provided to service members and their families.
Dec. 7, 2020
Department of the Air Force moves Physical Fitness Assessments to April 2021, removes waist measurement from composite score permanently

To ensure social distancing practices remain in place during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and to give Airmen and Space Professionals time to prepare, testing was delayed from October to January and is now further delayed to April.
Dec. 4, 2020
Tinker Talks: A conversation with a COVID surivivor

When Anthony Baumann finished his quarantine after a 10-day hospital stay, he knew he could make a difference by telling his story of surviving the coronavirus.
Dec. 4, 2020
CBM+ redefining aircraft maintenance

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio (AFLCMC) – About five years ago, the Air Force embarked on a journey with Condition Based Maintenance Plus (CBM+), to shift the sustainment enterprise from “flying to failure” to a “flying to forecast” mindset. In a recent episode of AFLCMC’s Leadership Log podcast,
Nov. 30, 2020
Defense Department's Annual Housing Satisfaction Survey Begins Soon

Defense Department leaders are inviting DOD housing residents to participate in the department's annual housing satisfaction survey, which is scheduled to launch in December.
Nov. 27, 2020
Legacy Tankers keep the fuel flowing

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio (AFLCMC) – There is an adage in the Air Force that illustrates the importance of aerial refueling: “No fuel, no fight.” It is the reason the Air Force maintains hundreds of tanker aircraft, many of which are in the air flying missions around the clock. Those tankers keep
Nov. 20, 2020
Support networks bolster resiliency during stressful holidays

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio (AFLCMC) – The holidays are a time of fellowship and joy for most, but for some it can be a very challenging time of year. Add to those challenges, the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases could make it even more difficult to meet and host traditional celebrations. That could
Nov. 19, 2020
Installation Commander reinstates HPCON Charlie

Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases in Oklahoma, surrounding counties, and Tinker Air Force Base, the Installation Commander has reinstated Health Protection Condition Charlie. Balancing the health and safety of our workforce with our national defense mission requirements is the top priority. This
Nov. 17, 2020
Exchange Director/CEO receives Oklahoma's highest veteran support Award

The state of Oklahoma, Military Order of the Purple Heart and Oklahoma Veterans Support Team have bestowed the Spirit of Oklahoma Outstanding Veteran Supporter of the Year award on Exchange Director/CEO Tom Shull.
Nov. 17, 2020
Virtual Commanders Summit addresses Oklahoma installations’ top concerns

A contingent of Oklahoma commanders, senior enlisted advisors and aerospace stakeholders has a broader view of issues impacting the state’s military installations after meeting virtually Nov. 5 for the Oklahoma Commanders Summit, hosted by the Air Force Sustainment Center.The third annual summit

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