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  • 161 ARW Commemorates 9/11

    Today, all over the Nation, people are remembering the events of 9/11 - some are reflecting with family and friends, while others have taken a few moments to reflect and ponder during their work day. Servicemembers here stood shoulder-to-shoulder reflecting on the events and honoring those who lost

  • Training Boosts Knowledge, Morale

    Servicemembers from the 161st Air Refueling Wing traveled to Camp Navajo, Bellemont, Ariz., to complete annual training requirements Aug. 24 through 30.During the training, servicemembers received instruction in classroom and outdoor environments. The training consisted of seven different courses:

  • Arizona Air National Guard Leaders Promote Social Media Safety

    Social media is a staple in the diet of generational airmen and sometimes, like any diet, without proper care and exercise it can be dangerous. With the exponential growth and ease of information access, Air National Guard leaders from Phoenix are encouraging their troops to practice social media

  • Active Shooter Exercise Improves Interagency Teamwork

    "Exercise, exercise, exercise. "Bang! Bang!"Lockdown, lockdown, lockdown."Simulated shots rang out at the vehicle maintenance building as part of an active shooter exercise here at the 161st Air Refueling Wing, Phoenix during the June Unit Training Assembly.The active shooter exercise involved local

  • Culture of Safety Key to a Safe 101 Critical Days of Summer

    Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of the 101 Critical Days of Summer. This is historically the period in which the Air Force experiences the highest number of safety mishaps, particularly during off-duty activities. Increased daylight hours and better weather provide more opportunities for

  • Arizona Airmen Recognized Nationally

    Two Arizona Airmen from the 161st Air Refueling Wing were recently recognized nationally and locally for their excellence.Lt. Col. Allen Kirksey, 161st Logistics Readiness Squadron commander, was awarded the individual National Guard Bureau 2011 Excellence in Diversity Award and Capt. Neal Rodak,

  • 2011 AOY Banquet

    The Arizona Air National Guard recognized its top three members at the state's Outstanding Airmen of the Year Banquet.The Arizona Air nation Guard is comprised of the 161st Air Refueling Wing, Phoenix, 214th Reconnaissance Group, Tucson, 107th Air Control Squadron, Phoenix and the 162 Fighter Wing,

  • Arizona ANG Deploys to Guam

    Early in aviation history many people tried and failed at flying across the Pacific Ocean, even today it remains a daunting task; however, with the support of aerial refueling this task is accomplished both safely and quickly.To help ensure safe and timely missions over the Pacific Air Forces area

  • ANG Hosts 2011 West-Mitchell Invitational Drill Meet

    Come rain, wind or shine the show must go on - at least for Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets competing in the 11th annual West-Mitchell Invitational Drill Meet.Braving strong winds and intermittent showers, JROTC cadets from around Arizona, Nevada and Texas competed in multiple

  • Arizona veterans honor state ESGR chairman

    The Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame Society bestowed its most prestigious civilian volunteer award on the state's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve chairman Feb. 11.Mr. Scott Essex, in his 18th year as a member of Arizona's ESGR and fifth year as its chairman, accepted the Copper Sword Award