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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  • Government Shutdown: Frequently Asked Questions

    Below are frequently asked questions about the current government shutdown. Government Shutdown Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)Q. Will the military be paid? Will civilians receive back pay?A. The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) released the following statement: "We are aware the

  • October is Depression Awareness Month

    All throughout the month of October, the 445th Airlift Wing will concentrate on promoting Depression Awareness. The primary goal of this mental health awareness campaign is to educate Reserve personnel about the signs and symptoms of depression, offer anonymous behavior health screenings, and

  • 445 AW October Spotlight Performer

    Rank/Name: Tech. Sgt. Jamie A. Pope Unit: 87th Aerial Port SquadronDuty Title: NCOIC Orderly RoomHometown: West Liberty, OhioCivilian Job: Independent provider (assist individuals with developmental disabilities)Hobbies: My favorite hobby is hanging out with my two children. Being a mother is the

  • October issue of the Buckeye Flyer now available

    The October 2013 issue of the Buckeye Flyer is now available. The official publication of the 445th Airlift Wing includes eight pages of stories, photos and features pertaining to the 445th Airlift Wing, Air Force Reserve Command and the U.S. Air Force.Top stories this month include:- 445th AW names

  • 445 AW postpones UTA

    As a result of the ongoing Government Shutdown, the 445th Airlift Wing will postpone its October 5 -6 unit training assembly.The primary UTA will be held in conjunction with the secondary UTA Oct. 19 - 20.All existing lodging reservations made through Automated Lodging Reservation System (ALRS) for

  • Airmen directed to visit PRDA to view personnel records

    The Air Force Personnel Center plans to reduce access Airmen have to the Automated Records Management System - better known as ARMS - on AFPC Secure Sept. 30.ARMS consolidated active duty, Reserve and Air National Guard military personnel records from each installation during the last few years.

  • 445th FSS hosts wing job swap

    The 445th Force Support Squadron hosted a job swap for 18 reservists from various units around the 445th Airlift Wing during the Sept. 8 unit training assembly. Job swap allows 445th reservists the opportunity to learn what other units do in the wing and how everyone plays a key role in the wing's

  • Memo prepares DOD employees for government shutdown

    Although Defense Department officials believe a government shutdown can be avoided when the new fiscal year begins Oct. 1, they want DOD employees to be prepared for the possibility, Deputy Defense Secretary Ash Carter said in a memo issued to the workforce Sept. 23. The fiscal year ends Sept. 30,

  • Mobile app helps iPhone users 'Be Ready'

    The "Be Ready" mobile application is now available for download on most Apple devices like the iPhone and iPad. Previously offered for Motorola Android products only, this app was developed by the Air Force Civil Engineer Center's Emergency Management Division as an on-the-go emergency preparation

  • Commander discusses future of Air Force Reserve

    Discussing the future of the Air Force, senior military and industry leaders gathered at the Air Force Association's 2013 Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center at National Harbor, Md., Sept. 16-18.More than 5,000 U.S. and