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March 20, 2025
914th Air Refueling Wing Showcases New KC-135 Fin Flash

Since World War I, tail and fin flashes have been a way to identify and represent the home unit of aircraft across the globe, throughout all branches of the military.In 2009, a contest was held to come up with the best fin flash design to put on the aircraft located at Niagara. Since then, the fin
March 13, 2025
TFS2: New program takes aim at Total Force pilot retention

Air Force Reserve Command and the Air National Guard are testing a new program aimed at encouraging active-duty Air Force pilots to continue flying in the Reserve Component once they separate from active duty.
March 10, 2025
New Pilot Concierge Cell facilitates the transition from active duty to Reserve

In an effort to retain qualified Air Force pilots considering leaving active duty, Headquarters Air Force Reserve Command created the Pilot Concierge Cell (PCC) to help facilitate the transition from active duty to the Air Force Reserve.The PCC’s mission is simple: Simplify the affiliation process
March 6, 2025
Commanders emphasize importance of fueling and sustaining Global Power Projection

Gen. Johnny Lamontagne, commander of Air Mobility Command, participated in a panel discussing the importance of fueling and sustaining the fight for global power projection with Lt. Gen. John P. Healy, Chief of the Air Force Reserve and Air Force Reserve Command commander, March 5, at the 2025 Air &
Jan. 22, 2025
Right Place, Right Time: 914 ARW Maintainer Receives Commendation Medal

Staff Sgt. Steve Skelton, a KC-135 Structural Repair Craftsman from the 914th Maintenance Squadron, was awarded the Air and Space Commendation Medal for heroism after saving the lives of two elderly women on January 12th, 2025.Skelton’s prompt assessment of their injuries and administration of first
Dec. 20, 2024
Are you prepared for old man winter?

The best way to prepare for old man winter and have a safe and tragedy-free winter season is to be proactive and incorporate risk management in every step you take. Some of the major areas to prepare for winter are your home, your vehicle, and yourself.
Dec. 17, 2024
Changet assumes command of Niagara's 914th FSS

Lt. Col. Tiffany Changet, assumes command of the 914th Force Support Squadron, Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, New York, Saturday, Dec 7, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Joshua Williams)
Dec. 11, 2024
914 AES Airmen receive the Distinguished Flying Cross award

On December 8th, 2024, three Airmen assigned to the 914th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station received the Distinguished Flying Cross Award with “C” device for their actions during Operation FREEDOM SENTINEL in August of 2021.Capt. Megan Taggart, Flight Nurse,
Nov. 22, 2024
Incorporate risk management into your holiday festivities

By incorporating risk management into your holiday festivities will keep you and your loved ones safe.
Nov. 19, 2024
Healy Highlights Importance of New Task Order at Commander’s Call

The dual-hatted chief of the Air Force Reserve and commander of Air Force Reserve Command highlighted the importance of his latest Task Order, TASKORD 2024-01, at a commander’s call at the Museum of Aviation here the day after Veteran’s Day.