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  • Sikkink leads Flying Jennies

    Taking command of a squadron comes with challenges, but to come into a Reserve squadron as an active-duty service member has its own unique opportunity.Lt. Col. Matthew Sikkink, who assumed command of the 815th Airlift Squadron, Flying Jennies, on June 6, 2019, said that he was pleasantly surprised

  • Fabrication flight undergoes OSHA inspection, still in operation

    Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspectors extensively reviewed the 403rd Wing’s Fabrication Flight operations Sept. 25.This is the third time this year that the federal agency has inspected the flight, which is responsible for aircraft maintenance to include painting and sanding.OSHA

  • Wing announces first quarter award winners

    The 403rd Wing announced its first quarter award winners for the Jan. 1 through March 31 period. Winners were chosen in the Airman, noncommissioned officer, senior NCO, company grade officer and civilian categories.

  • Out with the old, in with the new: Aircrew gets new anti-smoke goggles

    For more than 20 years the ASGs have been a basic four part system, until now. With innovation, the new ASGs are now a three-part system. The suspension frame itself is still made the same with the nape pad attached, while the goggles and oxygen mask portion have been upgraded.

  • 403rd Wing welcomes new commander

    Col. Jeffrey A. Van Dootingh assumed command of the 403rd Wing during a change of command ceremony at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., June 9, 2019.

  • Flying Jennies welcome new commander

    Lt. Col. Matthew Sikkink assumed command of the Air Force Reserve’s 815th Airlift Squadron aka “Flying Jennies,” from Lt. Col. Stuart Rubio during a change of command ceremony June 6, 2019 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi.

  • Farewell Lt. Col. Gibson

    Lt. Col. Keith Gibson, 403rd Operations Group deputy commander, is soaked with water by his family after completing his final flight June 4, 2019 at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. Gibson’s “fini flight” was with the 815th Airlift Squadron aka “Flying Jennies.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt.