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Sept. 25, 2014
A master marksman and Arizona Air Guardsman

Tech. Sgt. Daniel Rodriquez's days at the 162nd Wing are filled with arranging frequencies for new equipment and maintaining communications-based systems. When he is not directly engaged in the Air Force global information grid, the Tucson-native focuses on another type of military-inspired
Sept. 10, 2014
Mixed Martial Airman

After nine years of intense training and preparation, Tech. Sgt. Michael Parker is getting the opportunity of a lifetime.September 26, 2014 marks the day that validates the 162nd Wing aircraft engine mechanic's hard work and dedication as a mixed martial artist. He will fight in the prominent
Sept. 5, 2014
162nd Wing Airmen refine warrior skills in the high country

Enhancement of deployment and domestic response skills were the assignments given to 73 members of the 162nd Wing during an exercise Aug. 11-15 at Camp Navajo Collective Training Center. "What would you do if you were deployed?" asked Lt. Col. Gregory Bliss, deputy commander of the 162nd
Aug. 7, 2014
AETC commander: wing's contribution 'cannot be overstated'

The Arizona Air National Guard's 162nd Wing hosted Gen. Robin Rand, Air Education and Training Command commander, Aug. 2-3 during the August Unit Training Assembly.Rand said he gained more knowledge of the unit's diverse mission outside of its F-16 schoolhouse, to include the 162nd Wing's support to
July 29, 2014
Lights camera chaplains

The Air National Guard Recruiting Creative Marketing team visited Davis-Monthan Air Force Base here July 14-18 to film an ANG chaplain recruiting video. Assisted by 162nd Wing personnel and assets here, the cast and crew spent the week filming at various locations on Davis-Monthan in addition to
July 25, 2014
Motivated to save lives

Airmen assigned to the 162nd Wing showcased their medical deployment skills during a decontamination exercise July 15 at the medical facility here. The decontamination, DECON, exercise lasted two days and consisted of three scenarios that evaluated Airmen's abilities to perform in-place patient
June 10, 2014
Arizona's new general: Accept opportunities, be versatile, be grateful

The Arizona National Guard congratulated its newest brigadier general at a promotion ceremony for the state's joint staff director here June 7. Air Force Brig. Gen. Kerry Muehlenbeck now wears the rank commensurate with her duty to direct Arizona Army and Air Guard joint operations, special
May 30, 2014
Commanders' summit focuses on rejecting status quo

The adjutant general issued a challenge to Arizona Guard leaders recently - to empower Soldiers, Airmen and civilian employees to thrive physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally.At a commanders' summit, held at Papago Park Military Reservation May 15, Maj. Gen. Michael McGuire encouraged
May 22, 2014
Wright Flight more than about flying; student organization visits 162nd Wing

On Dec. 17, 1903, the Wright Brothers made world history by putting together a wooden frame with some metal fittings and heavy cotton fabric, and giving it power to gain altitude for a controlled flight. It was an amazing feat, made possible with a can-do attitude and a drive to truly conquer new
May 21, 2014
Sky Harbor Copperheads provide for F-16's "global reach," allow more training

As a multi-purpose fighter, the F-16 Fighting Falcon is a vital piece of air power for the United States and its allied nations, with its mere presence deterring enemy action, but capable of unleashing fury in and from the skies when needed. But even with its massive ordnance, maneuvering abilities

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