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Airmen Team Up For Active Shooter Exercise

Security Forces members from the 161st Air Refueling Wing, along with the Phoenix Police Department, participate in an Active Shooter exercise at the Phoenix Sky Harbor Air National Guard base, May 9, 2013. This exercise is part of an annua...l training requirement for the Airmen, in which SF and PD learn how to sweep and clear a building, as well as pass control, communicate, and investigate a crime scene. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo Story by Staff Sgt. Courtney Enos/Released)

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Congresswoman Sinema Visits 161st ARW

Cadets from the Sky Harbor Squadron 301, Arizona Wing Civil Air Patrol pose with Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema inside a KC-135R Stratotanker at Phoenix Sky Harbor Air National Guard Base July 1, 2013. Congresswoman Sinema was the guest speaker at the Civil Air Patrol July assembly held in the 161st Air Refueling Wing Dining Facility. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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Congresswoman Sinema Visits 161st ARW

U.S. Air Force Colonel Gary Brewer, 161st Air Refueling Wing Commander, conducts a tour of the KC-135R Stratotanker to Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema at Phoenix Sky Harbor Air National Guard Base, July 1, 2013. Congresswoman Sinema was the guest speaker at the Sky Harbor Squadron 301, Arizona Wing Civil Air Patrol July assembly held in the 161st Air Refueling Wing Dining Facility. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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Congresswoman Sinema Visits 161st ARW

U.S. Air Force Colonel Gary Brewer, 161st Air Refueling Wing Commander, conducts a tour of the KC-135R Stratotanker to Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema at Phoenix Sky Harbor Air National Guard Base, July 1, 2013. Congresswoman Sinema was the guest speaker at the Sky Harbor Squadron 301, Arizona Wing Civil Air Patrol July assembly held in the 161st Air Refueling Wing Dining Facility. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Kelly M. Deitloff/Released

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Congresswoman Sinema Visits 161st ARW

Civil Air Patrol 2LT Moseley presents Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema with the Ruth Nichols Award of Appreciation at the 161st Air Refueling Wing July 1, 2013. They award was presented to the Congresswoman for her support of the Sky Harbor Squadron 301, Arizona Wing Civil Air Patrol unit. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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Congresswoman Sinema Visits 161st ARW

Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema serving Arizona’s Ninth Congressional district, spoke to the Civil Air Patrol Sky Harbor Squadron 301 at the 161st Air Refueling Wing July 1, 2013. Sinema addressed the cadets about the importance of volunteering and the significance of their role in the Civil Air Patrol. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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Congresswoman Sinema Visits 161st ARW

Congresswoman Kyrsten Sinema serving Arizona’s Ninth Congressional district, spoke to the Civil Air Patrol Sky Harbor Squadron 301 at the 161st Air Refueling Wing July 1, 2013. Sinema addressed the cadets about the importance of volunteering and the significance of their role in the Civil Air Patrol. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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Congresswoman Sinema Visits 161st ARW

Civil Air Patrol cadets Smalley and Lacy present Colonel Gary Brewer, 161st Air Refueling Wing Commander, with the Wesley May Award of Appreciation at Phoenix Sky Harbor Air National Guard Base July 1, 2013. The award was presented for extraordinary services to Sky Harbor Squadron 301, Arizona Wing Civil Air Patrol. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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161st ARW, Copperheads,Military traditions,Command Chief Smith

Chief Master Sgt. Johnny Smith, 161st Air Refueling Wing Command Chief, coins Technical Sgt. Bethany Skaritka, 161st Maintenance Group, for her leadership and hard work during an enlisted call at Sky Harbor International Airport, June 14th 2013. Military coins have become a symbol of affiliation that’s used to boost morale, foster esprit de corps, and honor service. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Rashaunda Williams/Released)

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161st ARW, Copperheads, CMSGT Hotaling, Air National Guard

Chief Master Sergeant James W. Hotaling, Air National Guard Command Chief, met with Airmen of the 161st Air Refueling Wing at Sky Harbor International Airport June 14, 2013. Chief Master Sgt. Hotaling is the 11th Command Chief of the ANG and discussed three key aim points; the profession of arms, the health of the force and recognizing and renewing commitment to Airmen. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Rashaunda Williams/Released)

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Copperhead's Ride-to-Work day

Airmen of the 161st Air Refueling Wing motorcycle club participate in the Annual Ride-to-Work day at Sky Harbor International Airport, June 18th, 2013. “Ride Smart” is part of the “Critical Days of Summer” safety campaign designed to ensure all Airmen have zero preventable fatal mishaps and an injury-free summer. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Rashaunda Williams/Released)

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Spirit of Arizona

The 161st Air Refueling Wing held a dedication ceremony for “Spirit of Arizona” at Sky Harbor International Airport, June 14, 2013. Also in attendance was a Douglas C-47 Skytrain/DC-3 Dakota from the Commemorative Air Force Aviation Museum. The C-47 served in WWII as a cargo and paratrooper aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Rashaunda Williams/Released)

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Spirit of Arizona

The 161st Air Refueling Wing held a dedication ceremony for “Spirit of Arizona” at Sky Harbor International Airport, June 14, 2013. Jeff Miller, Southwest Airlines Assistant Chief pilot, conveyed “…the men and women of the 161st Air Refueling Wing and Southwest Airlines have forged a mutual relationship that continues to grow stronger with each passing year.” (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Rashaunda Williams/Released)

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Spirit of Arizona

U.S. Honor Guard members Maj.Darcy Swaim, Capt. Nathan Preston, Staff Sgt. Clarence Forster and Staff Sgt. Jay Lamb post the colors at the “Spirit of Arizona” dedication ceremony held at the 161st Air Refueling Wing, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport June 14, 2013. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Rashaunda Williams/Released)

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"Spirit of Arizona"

The aircraft are all in place for the 161st Air Refueling Wing “Spirit of Arizona” dedication ceremony at Sky Harbor International Airport June 14, 2013. Other aircraft brought in for the ceremony included Southwest Airlines 737 "Arizona” and US Airways A319 "Arizona”. (U. S. Air National Guard photo by MSgt Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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"Spirit of Arizona"

The 161st Air Refueling Wing held a dedication ceremony for “Spirit of Arizona” at Sky Harbor International Airport, June 14, 2013. Other aircraft brought in for the ceremony included a Douglas C-47 Skytrain/DC-3 Dakota from the Commemorative Air Force Aviation Museum, Southwest Airlines 737 "Arizona” and US Airways A319 "Arizona”. (U. S. Air National Guard photo by MSgt Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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"Spirit of Arizona"

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brent Dunn and Lt. Col. Jim Gloss, 197th Air Refueling Wing Commander, prepare to taxi Southwest Airlines 737 "Arizona” over to the 161st Air Refueling Wing ramp at Sky Harbor International Airport June 14, 2013. Both Airmen are pilots for Southwest Airlines and brought “Arizona” over to be part of the 161st ARW “Spirit of Arizona” dedication ceremony. (U. S. Air National Guard photo by MSgt Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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Active Shooter

Security Forces members from the 161st Air Refueling Wing, along with the Phoenix Police Department, participate in an Active Shooter exercise at the Phoenix Sky Harbor Air National Guard base, May 9, 2013. This exercise is part of an annual training requirement for the Airmen, in which SF and PD learn how to sweep and clear a building, as well as pass control, communicate, and investigate a crime scene. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo Story by Staff Sgt. Courtney Enos/Released)

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Spirit of Arizona

A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 161st Air Refueling Wing takes off from Phoenix Sky Harbor International airport on June 10, 2013, for an operational check flight. The KC-135 now known as "Spirit of Arizona” had its tail re-painted to resemble the Arizona state flag. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Kelly M. Deitloff/Released)

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SAPR Training

Airmen from the 161 Air Refueling Wing, Phoenix, attend the interactive improv show "Sex Signals" hosted by the 161 ARW Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program on June 1, 2013. Actors Lindsey Pearlman and George Zerante focused on issues such as dating, sex, sexual assault and rape. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by SrA Joshua Morrison/Released)

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