Range leaders and residents connect during 10th annual Moses Tour

More than 70 residents in communities surrounding the Utah Test and Training Range gathered for updates on the Air Force mission during the 388th Range Squadron's 10th annual 'Moses Tour' Nov. 5-6 in Montello, Nev. and Callao, Utah. Community members visited with airspace and test program experts at

Nomination season opens for 2009 ESGR Freedom Award

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, a Department of Defense agency, has opened the nomination season for the 2009 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award. National Guard and Reserve members and their families are eligible and encouraged to nominate employers who have gone above

419th personnel play in Hill's November ORE

Veterans bring valuable experience to Air Force Reserve

Thousands of Air Force reservists were once active duty troops, and these seasoned warriors, many of whom are war veterans, add a valuable depth of experience to the Air Force Reserve's mission. The 419th Fighter Wing has veterans of Vietnam, Desert Storm and the Global War on Terrorism listed in

New law allows salutes in civvies during anthem

Veterans and servicemembers not in uniform can now render the military-style hand salute during the playing of the national anthem, thanks to changes in federal law that took effect in October. "The military salute is a unique gesture of respect that marks those who have served in our nation's armed

New Airmen take oath platinum-style

In a routine Air Force Reserve enlistment ceremony, new enlistees are met by members of the recruiting office, walked to the nearest U.S. flag, and are sworn in by an officer. But on Friday, 14 recruits to the 419th Fighter Wing raised their right hand beneath bright arena lights ― before nearly

Wing's iconic F-16 static to be restored, find new home

An F-16 Fighting Falcon with more than 2,900 flying hours made the first part of its final journey Oct. 2 when three posts attached to its shell were cut, two cranes helped offset its weight, and the F-16 was gently lowered to a position where wheeled jacks and landing gear could be attached. The

Airmen back on U.S. soil

Annual event highlights employer support of reservists

The 419th Fighter Wing hosted its annual Employer Appreciation Day Saturday welcoming more than 30 civilian employers. The event, held during the unit's October Unit Training Assembly, provided an opportunity for wing leadership to thank civilian employers for supporting their reservists. "We

MPF and FM offices to move

The 419th Fighter Wing's Military Personnel Flight and Financial Management offices will move from Building 593 to Building 430 (the old Base Exchange) the week of Oct. 6. The MPF will be closed Oct. 6-10 and will reopen for business Oct. 14 In the meantime, appointments for ID cards can be made