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Aug. 1, 2022
August Buckeye Flyer now available

The August 2022 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.
July 29, 2022
445th Airmen attend Joint Women’s Leadership Symposium

Five Airmen from the 445th Airlift Wing attended the Joint Women's Leadership Symposium, a two-day event hosted by the Sea Services Leadership Association, July 11-12, 2022 in Norfolk, Virginia. More than 800 attendees from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and coalition forces participated.
July 28, 2022
Monkeypox declared public health emergency: What Airmen and Guardians need to know

The World Health Organization declared monkeypox a public health emergency on July 23. With more than 4,000 cases in the United States, Airmen and Guardians should know the risks and how to stay safe.
July 27, 2022
Keeping civilians in fighting shape

The Civilian Health Promotion Services was established in the Air Force Materiel Command to keep its civilian Airmen as fit as their active-duty counterparts. Its success has led to its recent expansion CONUS-wide.
July 25, 2022
Prior service maintainers share leadership, time management skills

One of the most important aspects of service that makes Airmen formidable and allows the Air Force to excel is experience. Every Airman’s journey is unique and there are many who began their military service in other branches of the armed forces. Many leadership skills translate well from other
July 22, 2022
Keep sun safety in mind to prevent skin cancer

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Whether you spend time outdoors hiking, swimming or just relaxing in the backyard, limiting exposure to the sun’s harmful rays must be a priority.According to the American Cancer Society, more than 3 million people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year in
July 21, 2022
Air Force prepares for newly approved COVID-19 vaccine: Novavax provides new option for unvaccinated Airmen, Guardians

The Air Force will soon have the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine available after the U.S Food and Drug Administration authorized it for emergency use and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorsed it as another primary series option for adults ages 18 years and older.
July 20, 2022
Air Camp stops by the 445th Airlift Wing

Air Camp's Overnight Middle School Session 1 toured a 445th Airlift Wing C-17 Globemaster III as part of their visit to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio July 11, 2022. Air Camp's Overnight Middle School Session 2 visited the wing July 18. Air Camp is the vision of Dayton-area leaders who want
July 18, 2022
Base moves HPCON level to Charlie

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Wright-Patterson Air Force Base will transition to Health Protection Condition level Charlie at 6 a.m. on July 19 in response to steadily rising cases of COVID-19 and hospitalizations in surrounding counties."In accordance with DoD guidance published on June
July 17, 2022
Fatigue and work burnout

Feeling run down and tired? Is fatigue impacting job performance?According to the National Safety Council more than 70 million Americans suffer from a sleep disorder, chronic sleep-deprivation can cause obesity, cardiovascular disease and other illnesses.