NEWS

July 1, 2024
Tinker family officially donates late General’s memorabilia to U.S. Air Force

Memorabilia on display at Tinker Air Force Base belonging to late Maj. Gen. Clarence L. Tinker has officially become property of the U.S. Air Force.The official donation was made by Maj. Gen. Tinker’s grandson, Phil Tinker, during a visit to the base June 2024. Memorabilia belonging to Tinker has
June 10, 2024
Hundreds turnout for annual Air Force Assistance Fund Runway 5K

The 3rd Annual Air Force Assistance Fund (AFAF) Runway 5k was held at Tinker Air Force Base June 7, 2024. 100% of proceeds went directly to the Air Force Assistance Fund, supporting Department of the Air Force charities that help retirees, spouses, widows, and all Airmen in need.
June 7, 2024
Team Tinker participates in humanitarian relief mission to Panama

Airmen at the 72nd Logistics Readiness Squadron played a major role in delivering humanitarian relief to Panama utilizing the Air Force’s largest airframe. Following the arrival of a C-5M Super Galaxy at Tinker Air Force Base May 31, 2024, 72nd LRS assisted airmen from the 433rd Airlift Wing in
May 29, 2024
Security Forces, Public Affairs among winners at 2024 Tinker Spark Tank Competition

$30,000 in Spark Tank Innovation funds were awarded to two entities of the 72nd Air Base Wing at Tinker Air Force Base May 14, 2024. Spark Tank is an annual competition where Airmen pitch innovative ideas to 72nd Air Base Wing leadership. Ideas must be aimed at creating transformative opportunities
May 20, 2024
Police Week celebrated, honored at Tinker AFB

The 72nd Security Forces Squadron held various events here from May 10 through May 17, 2024, to honor and celebrate National Police Week. The annual observance dates to 1962 when President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which
May 2, 2024
Military children learn about deployment through Operation KUDOS

Numerous Tinker Air Force Base organizations hosted 110 children of military service members on April 20th for Operation Kids Understanding Deployment Operations (KUDOS).
April 3, 2024
Robins launches new Air Force professional training courses

The Professional Development Center at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, launched the inaugural Air Force’s Foundations Courses.Last week, March 25-29, a mobile training team from Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. facilitated three foundations courses: Junior Enlisted Foundation Course 300,
Feb. 9, 2024
Submissions now being accepted for 72nd ABW Spark Tank Competition, $30,000 funds available

Submissions are now being accepted for the 72nd Air Base Wing Spark Tank competition. The annual competition leverages the inherent innovation of Airmen and Guardians to create transformative opportunities and foster a culture of innovation to solve problems and enhance the effectiveness of the 72nd
Jan. 30, 2024
New Honorary Commanders Welcomed to Team Tinker for 2024

Tinker Air Force Base is beginning the new year with a new group of Honorary Commanders.
Jan. 26, 2024
Free tax preparation services available for Service Members

Whether you are ready or not, tax season has arrived! It can be a complicated and overwhelming time for service members working to ensure their taxes are completed and submitted correctly.