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  • Reserve recruiters train, prepare for success ahead

    After a two-year pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly 500 Air Force Reserve recruiters and support personnel from around the globe gathered here Nov. 5-9 for a deployment for training event.Usually held annually, the DFT allows recruiting leaders to fulfill readiness, regulatory, upgrade and

  • November enlisted promotions announced

    The 403rd Wing congratulates the following Reserve Citizen Airmen who were promoted November 2022.AirmanGleice Fonseca, 41st Aerial Port SquadronJeremy W. Harris, 403rd Maintenance SquadronMakari D. Holder, 41st APSLogan G. Irwin, 41st APSTrevon B. Rubin, 403rd Operations Support SquadronDouglas R.

  • 53rd WRS supports Hurricane Lisa, Atmospheric River reconnaissance

    Colloquially referred to as the “Hurricane Hunters,” the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron does in fact “hunt” hurricanes and tropical systems in all stages of formation during the Atlantic and Pacific hurricane seasons. While this keeps the squadron alert from mid-May to Nov. 30, they are

  • Student loan debt relief, forgiveness program deadlines looming

    The deadlines for certain student loan debt relief and forgiveness programs are looming, so during the 403rd Wing’s October Unit Training Assembly, Master Sgt. Glenda McQuirter, career advisor for the 403rd Operations Group, led a course for the wing’s professional development council, 403rd

  • New reporting options for sexual harassment victims

    Uniformed Airmen and Guardians who experience sexual harassment now have the option to file a restricted or unrestricted report with the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) office to access advocacy services and supportive referrals. This change now allows members to seek support services

  • Mission Makers: Aerospace Ground Equipment

    Staff Sgt. Dustin Bridgett, aerospace ground equipment technician, 403rd Maintenance Squadron briefly describes his duties and appreciation of the 403rd Wing, at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. The AGE shop is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all ground equipment assigned to the

  • 403rd Wing announces October enlisted promotions

    Airman 1st ClassEmily A. Burrowes, 403rd Operations Support SquadronChristina A. Hayes, 41 Aerial Port SquadronNarquita M. Tyler, 403rd Logistics Readiness Squadron Senior AirmanLayla A. Aliifua, 36th Aeromedical Evacuation SquadronDiAngelo S. Lore, 403rd Maintenance SquadronXenia M. Sam, 41st

  • 403rd University recognizes top performers

    The 403rd University recognized some of its outstanding students during its first award ceremony during the 403rd Wing Commander’s Call Sept. 11.Presentations included the Thor Unit, Knowledge Unit, and Consistency is Key Awards as well as recognizing members who completed the requirements for the

  • Like father, like son

    While following in family members’ footsteps is a fairly common motivation for joining for many service members, it’s not as common to be able to serve at the same time, much less in the same unit.Nothing displays the flexibility of the Air Force Reserve more than the unique stories of its citizen