Staff Sgts. Robert Gibson and Joshua Sweetman, 445th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, put out an aircraft structural fire during live-fire training, Sept. 9, 2022 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Eight members of the 445th Civil Engineer Squadron fire and emergency services teamed up with the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department for a live-fire training exercise, Sept. 9, 2022.

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  • 445 SFS participate in Shoot, Move, Communicate training

    445th Security Forces Squadron Airmen participate in Shoot, Move, Communicate training conducted at the Warfighter Training Center here Sept. 10, 2017. Hostage situations, convoy operations and ambush tactics were just a few of the nearly one dozen scenarios executed during the semi-annual

  • Diamond Sharp Award

    Master Sgt. Ashley Byers, 64th Intelligence Squadron first sergeant, presents the July 2017 Diamond Sharp Award to Senior Airman Steven Bonner, 14th Intelligence Squadron, during the Sept. 23, 2017 unit training assembly. The award is presented for exemplary performance, adherence to Air Force Core

  • Blended Retirement System reminder

    On January 1, 2018, the Department of Defense will introduce a new military retirement plan known as the Blended Retirement System (BRS).

  • 445 AW October Spotlight Performer

    Staff Sgt. Cole Moore, 445th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Hydraulic Craftsman, is the 445th Airlift Wing October 2017 Spotlight Performer.

  • 445th Airmen selected for STEP promotion

    Five Airmen from the 445th Airlift Wing received a step promotion through the Stripes for Exceptional Performers II. The announcement was made August 31.

  • 445 MXS wins Chief of Staff Team Excellence Award

    Maj. Gen. Randall A. Ogden and Chief Master Sgt. Timothy White, 4th Air Force commander and command chief, presented the 445th Maintenance Squadron the 2016 Chief of Staff Team Excellence Award during a wing all call Sept. 9.

  • October issue of the Buckeye Flyer now available

    The October 2017 issue of the Buckeye Flyer is now available. It is the official publication of the 445th Airlift Wing and includes eight pages of stories, photos and features pertaining to the wing, Air Force Reserve Command and the U.S. Air Force.

  • 445th supports Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, Maria

    The 445th Airlift Wing continues to provide support to millions affected by recent hurricanes. The 445th was the first Reserve unit to volunteer and support Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.

  • 445th Airman receives John L. Levitow award

    Senior Airman Jowanda Ayoub, 445th Maintenance Group maintenance scheduler, is presented the John L. Levitow award at her Airman Leadership School graduation Sept. 21, 2017, Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas. The award goes to the student who demonstrates overall superior performance while attending.

  • Be there, be aware: Help prevent suicide

    When we focus on our health, it’s easy to pay attention to physical health versus mental well-being. Ignoring mental health concerns like anxiety and depression can lead to worsening symptoms and more serious issues. For some people, these issues may include an increased risk of suicide.