Sky Harbor Copperheads provide for F-16's "global reach," allow more training

As a multi-purpose fighter, the F-16 Fighting Falcon is a vital piece of air power for the United States and its allied nations, with its mere presence deterring enemy action, but capable of unleashing fury in and from the skies when needed. But even with its massive ordnance, maneuvering

Commanders’ summit focuses on rejecting status quo

The adjutant general issued a challenge to Arizona Guard leaders recently - to empower Soldiers, Airmen and civilian employees to thrive physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally.At a commanders' summit, held at Papago Park Military Reservation May 15, Maj. Gen. Michael McGuire encouraged

Refueling Wing Saves the Day

Airmen from the 161st Air Refueling Wing played an integral part in refueling multiple aircraft for a rescue mission over the Pacific Ocean.Airmen from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base parachuted into the water Saturday to save two critically injured Chinese sailors whose boat sunk off the coast of

Arizona National Guard welcomes first-ever senior enlisted advisor

The Arizona National Guard's first senior enlisted advisor assumed his new duties at Papago Park Military Reservation here May 4, 2014.   Chief Master Sgt. Shane Clark, a 31-year veteran of the Arizona Air National Guard, will serve as the state's top enlisted member - a position which only

USAF Rescue Mission

Awards Ceremony Honors Troops

The 161st Air Refueling Wing, Phoenix held its annual awards and Hometown Heroes Salute ceremony here Saturday. The ceremony recognized the contributions of Arizona Air National Guardsmen to the State and Nation. Maj. Gen. Michael T. McGuire, the Adjutant General, Arizona National Guard, was the

Copperheads Respond at Moments Notice

161st Air Refueling Wing airmen put their training and skills to the test during an aircraft generation exercise at Sky Harbor Air National Guard Base, Phoenix, during April's drill weekend.The exercise was focused on evaluating the 161 ARW's effectiveness and quick response to planning and

Arizona National Guard recognizes outstanding Soldiers and Airmen

The Arizona National Guard recognized its top service members at the state's Outstanding Soldier and Airmen of the Year Banquet here March 22.  This year's banquet was the first joint Arizona Army and Air National Guard award ceremony, which allowed the Arizona National Guard leadership to

Exercise highlights Arizona's Emergency Management capabilities

"In case of emergency, pull handle," seems like an easy task - all one has to do is pull the lever and first responders come to the rescue.   If only all emergencies were that simple. In the event of a major disaster, the response is complex and requires coordination with dozens of agencies.

Cadets compete in the 15th annual West-Mitchell Invitational Drill Meet

Precision, decisiveness and confidence circulated through the air - at least for Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets competing in the 15th annual West-Mitchell Invitational Drill Meet.   High school JROTC teams from all over Arizona journeyed to the 161st Air Refueling Wing