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  • The 914th Airlift Wing was re-designated as an air refueling wing during a special ceremony held June 3, 2017 at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, N.Y. This ceremony marked the transition for the wing from the C-130 Hercules to the KC-135 Stratotanker. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Sawyer)

    914th re-designates as an air refueling wing

    A re-designation ceremony was held June 3rd here marking a significant milestone as the 914th Airlift Wing re-designated to the 914th Air Refueling Wing.  This ceremony ushers in a transition within the wing's history as we move to a primarily aerial refueling mission set. It is worthy to take pause and reflect on the great accomplishments of the
  • Cadets from Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment 538 in Rochester, N.Y. participate in a training activity at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station N.Y., Saturday, May 6, 2017. The exercise was part of a series of events designed to challenge various disciplines in preparing cadets to be effective Air Force officers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Richard Mekkri)

    Cadets and base form partnership

    More than 40 cadets from the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at the Rochester Institute of Technology took part in a field training exercise here, Saturday, May 6, 2017. The focus of the exercise, known as a Field Training Preparation Leadership Laboratory, is to prepare sophomore cadets for their summer evaluation at Maxwell, AFB Alabama.“The
  • Children from Newfane Elementary School recite the pledge of allegiance during a military luncheon hosted by the students, May 24, 2017, community center, Newfane, N.Y. The luncheon was open to veterans and actively serving Military members. The children sang songs and played music, then went on to serve lunch to those in attendance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Sawyer)

    Newfane students host military luncheon

    Newfane Elementary and Middle School students hosted a military luncheon for local veterans and active military, including members of the 914th Airlift Wing. The luncheon started with a recitation of the pledge of allegiance led by the elementary students, who followed with a performance of various songs and poems, all expressing their gratitude
  • Members of the 914th and 107th Security Forces Squadrons perform a Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, N.Y. May 15, 2017. This ceremony was one of many activities held on base to help commemorate National Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Richard Mekkri)

    Niagara observes National Police Week

    Members here observed National Police Week with various activities held on base from May 15-19, 2017.  This is a week-long observation in the United States that was established by Presidential proclamation on April 10, 1962 by President John F. Kennedy.“Our goals are to recognize the duty and sacrifice of law enforcement officers around the

  • Niagara firefighter teaches students CPR

    914th Airlift Wing's Assistant Fire Chief Joe Foucha visited Edward Town Middle School, Wheatfield N.Y. April 20, 2017 and taught students there CPR. This annual program is in it's 5th year and teaches 300 students per year basic CPR skills.
  • The 57th Annual Western New York Armed Forces Week Opening Ceremony took place May 7, 2017 at Riverworks in Buffalo, N.Y. In recognition of this 57th anniversary, the eight counties of WNY proclaim Sunday, May 7th through Saturday, May 13th 2017 Western New York Armed Forces Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Sawyer)

    WNY proclaims Armed Forces Week

    The 57th Annual Western New York Armed Forces Week Opening Ceremony took place May 7, 2017 at Riverworks in Buffalo, N.Y. In recognition of this 57th anniversary, the eight counties of WNY proclaim Sunday, May 7th through Saturday, May 13th 2017 Western New York Armed Forces Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Sawyer)
  • Members of the 914th Aeromedical Staging Squadron participate in a medical stitching exercise on Monday, April 10, 2017 at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station. The training fulfills requirements in order to maintain medical skills and a current, qualified, mission ready force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Richard Mekkri)

    914 ASTS - current, qualified and mission ready!

    Members of the 914th Aeromedical Staging Squadron participate in a medical stitching exercise on Monday, April 10, 2017 at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station. The training fulfills requirements in order to maintain medical skills and a current, qualified, mission ready force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Richard Mekkri)
  • Members of the 107th Attack Wing and 914th Airlift Wing "go for a walk" to show their support of Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, N.Y. April 11, 2017. Walks were scheduled every Tuesday during the month of April. (U.S. Air Force photo by Peter Borys)

    April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

    Members of the 107th Attack Wing and 914th Airlift Wing "go for a walk" to show their support of Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, N.Y. April 11, 2017. Walks were scheduled every Tuesday during the month of April. (U.S. Air Force photo by Peter Borys)
  • Mr. Ed Chandler, Chief of Quality Assurance and Senior Master Sgt. Rob Lind, Operations Superintendent, both from the 914th Communications Squadron gather information from one of the many vendors present at the Niagara Falls ARS Wellness Fair April 6, 2017. The annual event is sponsored by the 914th Airlift Wing to help base employees, military and civilian, their families, and veterans, obtain information on many local services that are offered to live a healthier lifestyle. Examples were nutrition and healthy eating habits, stress management, and financial advice just to name a few. (U.S. Air Force photo by Peter Borys)

    Niagara personnel participate in Wellness Fair

    Mr. Ed Chandler, Chief of Quality Assurance and Senior Master Sgt. Rob Lind, Operations Superintendent, both from the 914th Communications Squadron gather information from one of the many vendors present at the Niagara Falls ARS Wellness Fair April 6, 2017. The annual event is sponsored by the 914th Airlift Wing to help base employees, military
  • Tech. Sgt. David Dixon, 914th Force Support Squadron training specialist, runs in preparation for the Boston Marathon April 2, 2017 at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, N.Y. Dixon started running 3 years ago as a way to improve his physical health. Having become passionate about it, he made it a goal to qualify for the Boston Marathon which he will be running later this month. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Sawyer)

    Airmen of Niagara: Tech. Sgt. David Dixon

    Tech. Sgt. David Dixon, 914th Force Support Squadron training specialist, is a hard-core runner; preparing to run the Boston Marathon later this month.Dixon runs six days per week, averaging 10 miles per run and started running three years ago after his wife encouraged him to participate in a weight loss competition. He picked up running in order
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