An A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 924th Fighter Group of the 944th Fighter Wing climbs into the sky during a demonstration as part of Exercise Desert Hammer at Barry M. Goldwater Range East near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. This large-scale exercise showcases the adaptability of Mission Ready Airmen, advancing the skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving challenges of global competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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  • Wing's AF outstanding Airman in the national spotlight

    The true impact of his selection as one of the 12 Air Force Outstanding Airman of the Year became evident to Master Sgt. Stephen Hunter, 944th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, during a solid week of events highlighted by a formal dinner honoring the group of 12 at the

  • Uniform changes go into effect Oct. 1

    Oct. 1 not only signals the beginning of a new fiscal year, it also signifies the time when many uniform changes come into effect. The following is a list of upcoming changes: -- The 2EXX, 3AXXX and 3CXXX legacy badges will no longer be worn.-- The green fleece outer garment must have name, service

  • Wing promotes 3 under Promotion Enhancement Program

    The following wing members have been promoted under PEP effective Oct. 1, 2010:To technical sergeant: Staff Sgt. Jennifer B. Favela, 944th Civil Engineer SquadronTo master sergeant: Tech. Sgt. Michael D. Hill, 944th Medical Squadron, and Tech. Sgt. Joyce A. Panus, 944th Aeromedical Staging Squadron

  • 944th FW Airman named "Tuskegee Airman of the Week", Sept. 4-11

    Staff Sgt. Andrea Vail, 332nd Expeditionary Medical Group Air Force Theater Hospital command and control technician, is the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing's Tuskegee Airman of the Week for Sept. 4-11, 2010. Sergeant Vail, a native of Goodyear, Ariz., is deployed from the 944th Medical Squadron at Luke

  • 944th FW conducts hazardous material certification

    Members of the 944th Fighter Wing Emergency Management and Readiness Flight completed an in-house Hazardous Material certification program provided by the 944 FW Fire Department Sept. 12 here. Master Sgt. Charles Tehan (right), 944th Civil Engineer Squadron Readiness NCO-in-charge, and Senior Airman

  • Child care fee changes coming

    The Defense Department announced that changes to the child care fee policy will be implemented no later than Sept. 30. The changes will affect families that have children enrolled in child development centers and school-age programs.These fee changes are being made in accordance with The Military

  • USO opens at Phoenix Sky Harbor

    The United Service Organizations has opened a military USO in Terminal Two at Phoenix's Sky Harbor International Airport July 6.The new facility replaces the Military and Veterans Hospitality Room located on the mezzanine level which was converted into the USO center. "Mayor Phil Gordon and the

  • 944th, other medics teach Afghan Airmen patient care concepts

    Air Force medics introduced some of their patient care concepts to Afghan air force members Sept. 8 at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan.For the first time, 451st Expeditionary Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron Contingency Aeromedical Staging Facility Airmen oriented four Afghan Air Force Kandahar Air

  • General proposes closer look at active, reserve force mix

    Lt. Gen. Charles E. Stenner Jr. spoke to a standing-room only crowd Sept. 13 at the Air Force Association Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition 2010.The chief of Air Force Reserve who also commands Air Force Reserve Command was one of dozens of senior leaders who addressed the future of

  • Social starts week celebrating outstanding Airmen

    The Air Force's 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year attended a social here Sept. 11 to kick off a week of events planned to honor them.Master Sgt. Stephen Hunter, 944th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, is the only reservist and is assigned to Luke Air Force Base,