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  • In History: 419th becomes first Reserve unit to fly F-35A

    HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – In more recent history, this week marks five years since the Air Force ushered in a new era of combat air power, when Hill AFB received the first two operational F-35As on Sept. 2, 2015.Hill's active duty 388th Fighter Wing and Reserve 419th Fighter Wing were the first combat-coded units to fly and maintain the Air
  • Commentary: Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month

    September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, and it’s especially important in our community due to the high rates of suicide and suicide attempts in Utah.According to the Utah Department of Health, a yearly average of 627 Utahns die by suicide and 4,574 attempt suicide. That means, on average, two Utahns die by suicide and 13 are treated
  • Wing launches new way for Airmen, leaders to connect

    HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – As social distancing and quarantine have become part of the “new normal” during the coronavirus pandemic, the 419th Fighter Wing is offering new ways for Airmen and wing leaders to stay connected. Last month, the wing joined the Air Force Connect mobile app, designed to deliver timely and relevant information to Airmen
  • Staying safe and healthy all summer

    As the summer months wind down, leadership at all levels advocate for the continued health and safety of our Airmen and Space Professionals on and off duty. The Air and Space Forces top five leaders continued the conversation with a recently released memorandum encouraging vigilance in combatting the threats of coronavirus and injury from
  • 419th hosts first ever virtual commander’s call

    HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – Col. Matthew Fritz, 419th Fighter Wing commander, hosted the wing’s first ever virtual commander’s call here Sunday. Out of an abundance of caution due to recent challenges from COVID-19, Fritz chose the virtual format to get information to the nearly 1,300 reservists who drill with the 419th each month. The socially
  • 419th goes mobile with Air Force Connect app

    HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – The latest news, updates, and resources from the 419th Fighter Wing can now be accessed from the palm of your hand, as the wing joins the Air Force Connect mobile app.The smartphone app is designed to deliver timely and relevant information to Airmen, their families, and members of the local community. It is available in
  • OneSource, family and spouse programs still available

    ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) -- The Department of Defense is closely monitoring the impact of the coronavirus on service members, their families and survivors. Resources offered through Military OneSource, the Military and Family Life Counseling program and the Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program continue to serve the military community.“We
  • In History: Utah reservists save water, wildlife across West

    HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – Throughout the wing’s 65-year history, Air Force reservists here have been tasked with accomplishing a variety of missions, not just combat operations. As previously noted, the wing has contributed to a number of humanitarian efforts throughout the years.  One such “mercy mission” was performed in 1964 when the unit,
  • In Focus: Airman 1st Class Sarah Johnson

    The “In Focus” series is a monthly feature that puts the spotlight on some of the 419th Fighter Wing’s best and brightest Reserve Citizen Airmen. Find it on Instagram @419fwMeet Airman 1st Class Sarah Johnson, an F-35 weapons loader in the 419th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. Originally from Arizona, she’s new to Utah and the wing.“I love the
  • 419th IG ensures wing is ready, fully effective

    HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – While much of the world has slowed down due to COVID-19, Master Sgt. Nathan Sigars, 419th Inspector General superintendent, is busy as ever.Sigars recently conducted a no-notice inspection within the 419th Education and Training Flight to ensure compliance of Air Force Reserve Command requirements and standards. While
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