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March 7, 2025
Warriors of Air and Space: Tinker Air Show Featuring Thunderbirds takes off June 28-29, 2025

The Tinker Air Show returns June 28-29, featuring the world-renowned U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds! The theme for this year is ‘Warriors of Air and Space,’ highlighting the warrior ethos, hard work, and contributions of the military and civilian members of Tinker Air Force Base. Numerous military and
Dec. 20, 2024
2024 AFMC Year in People

Step into the highlights of 2024 with our Air Force Materiel Command "Year in People" photo spread!
Dec. 16, 2024
A Warriors Table serves at Tinker

Service members from across Tinker Air Force Base were treated to a Texas-style barbecue.
Nov. 25, 2024
Tinker Fire demonstrates dangers of deep-frying turkey

Tis the season for delicious feasts! Throughout the years, deep-fried turkey has become a popular choice for its crispy skin and juicy meat. While the cooking method can bring delicious results, it can also lead to disaster. Attempting to deep-fry a frozen or partially frozen turkey can lead to
Oct. 24, 2024
Tinker retires phone system dating back over 40 years

A decommissioning ceremony was held to officially retire the legacy phone system at here. The ceremony was held Oct. 4, 2024, where Col. Abby Ruscetta, Tinker Installation and 72nd Air Base Wing commander, pulled the fuses on the Class 5 Electronic Switching System, better known as 5ESS, officially
Oct. 22, 2024
Fire Prevention Week Focuses on Children, Community at Tinker AFB

Children and the community were two main focuses for the Tinker Fire Department during Fire Prevention Week October 6-12, 2024.
Sept. 27, 2024
Training shoot house opens for elite new Tinker AFB emergency response team

Members of an elite new response team at Tinker Air Force Base have added another tool to help Defenders prepare for high-risk emergencies.A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Sept. 23 to officially open a training shoot house belonging to the 72nd Security Forces Squadron. The goal of the facility is
Aug. 7, 2024
Construction begins as Tinker AFB prepares for EV fleet transition

The days of purchasing gasoline-powered government owned vehicles (GOV) may be a thing of the past. Tinker Air Force Base is participating in a program that will transition its current fleet of GOVs from gasoline to all electric.
July 25, 2024
Tinker AFB receives $300,000 from OG&E for achieving energy savings milestone

Tinker Air Force Base received more than $300,000 from Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company, recently, for achieving significant energy savings.
July 5, 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

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