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Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Barber, 386th Air Expeditionary Wing command and control systems NCO in charge, and Senior Airman Laurin Curtis, a 386th AEW emergency action controller, work at consoles in the command post March 15, 2017. Command post personnel are trained and certified to handle a vast array of situations, which can include monitoring flights and aircraft maintenance as well as passenger and cargo movement. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration/Senior Airman Andrew Park)

March 17, 2017

386th command post monitors fight against ISIS

SOUTHWEST ASIA -- Managing a unit as busy as the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing requires careful coordination between a multitude of entities to ensure it can effectively complete its mission in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. In order for the wing to deliver decisive airpower against ISIS, it needs a nerve center to track operations. It needs

Master Sgt. Jose Rodriguez, a basic military training instructor supervisor assigned to the 433rd Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, speaks at the 940th Air Refueling Wing’s first enlisted call March 12, 2017, at Beale Air Force Base, California. Rodriguez spoke about his job and encouraged NCOs and senior NCOs to become instructors at BMT. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tara R. Abrahams)

March 16, 2017

Enlisted call presents opportunities to Airmen

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, California — The 940th Air Refueling Wing presented a variety of opportunities to its Airmen during its first enlisted call March 11, 2017 at Beale Air Force Base, California.   “Is there anyone here who has an aspiration to do something bigger or better than the position you’re in now?” asked Senior Master Sgt. Martin Walker, 940th Force Support Squadron

Approximately 40 Airmen assigned to the 940th Air Refueling Wing lined up in preparation for a foreign object debris walk of the flightline March 12, 2017, at Beale Air Force Base, California. Members from across the wing are invited to participate in the FOD walk to ensure the airfield is safe for the Airmen and the flying mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tara R. Abrahams)

March 16, 2017

Airmen participate in FOD walk

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, California — Approximately 40 Airmen assigned to the 940th Air Refueling Wing participated in a foreign object debris walk of the flightline March 12, 2017, at Beale Air Force Base, California. FOD walks are a crucial part of flightline safety because even the smallest debris can cause significant monetary damage to the aircraft, as well as endanger the Airmen.

Senior Master Sgt. Martin F. Walker, 940th Force Support Squadron Superintendent of Education and Training, poses for a photo Feb. 28, 2017, at Beale Air Force Base, California. Walker is also a lead on the 940th Air Refueling Wing Diversity Council. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tara R. Abrahams)

Feb. 28, 2017

"I go about everyday trying to live by the quote..."

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, California — "I go about everyday trying to live by the quote, 'What holds most people back isn't the quality of their ideas, but their lack of faith in themselves. You have to live your life as if you are already where you want to be,' said by Russell Simmons."

Staff Sgt. Ryan Malicki, left, and Senior Airman Ryan Donato, right, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron Fly-Away Security Team members, monitor the flightline during a FAST drill at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Feb. 5, 2017. These teams are used when additional security is required at the aircraft’s destination. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Andrew Park)

Feb. 23, 2017

Security Forces provides FAST protection to aircrews in austere locations

Last month, the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing flew more than 600 sorties in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. Many of these missions involved flying into austere locations to deliver cargo and personnel to forward-deployed locations to aid in the fight against ISIS. Regardless of their hazardous surroundings, aircrew members must remain focused on their task at hand so that they can quickly perform their mission and return home.

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright speaks during his appointment ceremony on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 17, 2017. Wright succeeds Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody, who retires after 32 years of service, as the 18th Airman to hold this position. (U.S. Air Force photo/Scott M. Ash)

Feb. 17, 2017

CMSAF: Airmen say goodbye to Cody, welcome Wright

WASHINGTON (AFNS) — An American flag, the symbol of freedom, served as the backdrop in a vast aircraft hangar. The bleachers were filled to the brim with Airmen, families and well-wishers from all around the Air Force who came to bid farewell to the 17th Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody and welcome the 18th CMSAF Kaleth O. Wright during a transition and retirement ceremony Feb. 17, 2017 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.

Two KC-135 Stratotankers from the 314th Air Refueling Squadron taxi down the runway during a unit training assembly at Beale Air Force Base, California on Feb. 11, 2017. The aircraft were preparing to take off as part of a two-ship aircraft formation training sortie early Saturday morning to refuel eight F-15 Eagles from the 173rd Fighter Wing stationed at Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base, Oregon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brenda Davis).

Feb. 16, 2017

Beale trains for two-ship tactical formation flying

Beale Air Force Base, California — Two KC-135 Stratotankers from the 314th Air Refueling Squadron with the 940th Air Refueling Wing practice a two-ship tactical formation training sortie during a unit training assembly at Beale Air Force Base, California on Feb. 11, 2017. The 314 ARS have to formation train for tactical purposes and the unit training assembly is an opportune time for traditional reserve maintainers and pilots to all train and fly together. Early Saturday morning, between the two aircraft they refueled eight F-15 Eagles from the 173rd Fighter Wing stationed at Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base, Oregon. The 173 FW mission is to train the most superior air-to-air combat pilots in the world.

Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel, was updated to include new uniform authorizations, such as the use of gym bag shoulder straps, Feb. 9, 2017. It is the responsibility of all Airmen to stay informed of instruction changes as they are constantly evolving. (U.S. Air Force illustration by Airman 1st Class Kathryn R.C. Reaves)

Feb. 16, 2017

Appearance standards change

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. — Air Force dress and appearance standards were updated Feb. 9. Updates included changed language and new authorizations per a memorandum attachment published by Lt. Gen. Gina M. Grosso, Headquarters U.S. Air Force manpower, personnel and services deputy chief of staff.

Airman John Mendiola, 940th Logistics Readiness Squadron material management, high-fives fellow teammates at the 940th Air Refueling Wing’s first lunch-hour bowling tournament hosted by first sergeants on Feb. 10, 2017 at Beale Air Force Base, Calif. Members of the wing from various units gathered at the tournament to build camaraderie and boost morale during the unit training assembly. (U.S. Air Force by Staff Sgt. Brenda Davis/Released)

Feb. 15, 2017

Bowling tournament strikes morale boost

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, California — The 940th Air Refueling Wing headquarters staff won the unit’s first lunch-hour bowling competition Feb. 10th, 2017. The event was hosted at the beginning of the unit training assembly by the first sergeants of the 940th as a way to boost morale and ignite esprit de corps amongst units.  “We set up this event during a longer weekend than usual,

Master Sgt. Travis Williams, 940th Maintenance Squadron inspection dock chief, and Tech. Sgt. Erik Calderon, 940th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, pose for a photo with their awards Feb. 11, 2017 at Beale Air Force Base, California. Williams and Calderon were named Senior NCO and NCO of the Year at the wing’s Outstanding Airmen of the Year banquet. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Tara R. Abrahams)

Feb. 15, 2017

Banquet recognizes Airmen’s hard work

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, California — The 940th Air Refueling Wing held its Outstanding Airmen of the Year banquet Feb. 11, 2017, at Beale Air Force Base, California.   The OAY is an annual event, which commemorates the hard work of Airmen and civilian employees throughout the past year.   The nominees and their guests first attended a private medallion ceremony, where they were