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  • 196th Attack Squadron turns 70

    Federally recognized on Nov. 9, 1946, the 196th Fighter Squadron – now the 196th Attack Squadron – turns 70 on Nov. 9, 2016. The following is the description of the 196th “Shooting Star” insignia as recorded in official records: “Over and through an ultramarine blue disc, marked at each extremity of

  • Sanchez becomes top enlisted

    Chief Master Sgt. Gilbert Sanchez accepts an NCO sword Oct. 1, 2016, during an assumption of authority ceremony held at March Air Reserve Base, California, as he becomes Command Chief of the 163d Attack Wing. Sanchez joined the wing in 1998 after serving five years of active duty. During his career,

  • 163d Medical Group travels to Germany for real-world training

    The 163d Medical Group marked another milestone in its tradition of international endeavors when the unit traveled to Landstuhl, Germany, in August to interleave with the U.S. European Command’s largest Army medical hub, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center.

  • Therapy dog touches the hearts of Airmen at the 163rd Attack Wing

    A therapy dog touches the hearts of Airmen as he makes his rounds through the squadron work centers. It is not the typical scene you find at work on military bases although it is a welcomed change at the 163rd Attack Wing. Jax is a German Shepherd who is completing training as a certified therapy