Nov. 9, 2017

Veteran hikes 22K to raise awareness

BAKERSFIELD, California — The 940th Mission Support Group deputy commander was among 35 veterans who hiked 22 kilometers Oct. 21 to raise awareness about veteran suicide.   “We wanted to remind the public about the 22 veterans dying every day,” said Lt. Col. Susumu Uchiyama, a Bakersfield resident.   The length of the “Silkies Hike” was in reference to a 2012 Veteran

Feb. 12, 2017

Mass training prepares tankers for expedited takeoff

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, California — The 940th Maintenance and Operations Groups participated in training with four KC-135 Stratotankers Feb. 10, 2017, at Beale Air Force Base, California. This was the first mass practice since the return of the refueling mission last year and served as preparation for upcoming exercises and inspections.  “We have to practice to be ready,” said Chief

Jan. 12, 2017

Lt. Col. McAllen assumes command of 940th Mission Support Group

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE, California — Lt. Col. Maureen H. McAllen assumed command of the 940th Mission Support Group from Col. Roderick T. Grunwald during a change of command ceremony, Jan. 7, 2017, at Beale Air Force Base, California. Col. Craig C. Peters, 940th Air Refueling Wing commander, was the presiding official. He spoke about the importance of the mission support group in the