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F-16 departing refueling

Another satisfied customer in the Arizona skies. After a successful fuel transfer, pilots go about their business – their Fighting Falcons having additional fuel, allowing them to conduct more training, eventually making them a combat-ready air power. “It’s (air refueling) an important skill to learn in the Viper (Fighting Falcon) because it has applicability on any mission we might fly,” said Maj. Brad Balazs, an F-16 instructor attached to the 152nd Fighter Squadron at the 162nd Wing in Tucson, Ariz. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Hampton Stramler/Released)
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Copperhead Boom Operator

What does your office view look like? With his head positioned on a chin rest and hands on the boom flight control stick and other controls, Master Sgt. Vincent Jones, a boom operator based out of the 161st Air Refueling Wing in Phoenix, Ariz., makes sure that contact is made between receiver and boom. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Hampton Stramler/Released)
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Copperhead Refueling

Up close and personal. With an F-16 Fighting Falcon only 20 feet away, fuel flows from a KC-135 through its boom to the multi-purpose fighter. “Air refueling requires the ability to fly formation in a certain position,” said Maj. Brad Balazs, an F-16 instructor attached to the 152nd Fighter Squadron at the 162nd Wing in Tucson, Ariz. “Chances are good that if you can't fly formation correctly, you probably aren't going to be able to master the more difficult tactical skill sets.” (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Hampton Stramler/Released)
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Mayor and Boss F16

Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor of Tucson and Col. Phil Purcell, commander of the 162nd Wing prepare to taxi on to the runway for Rothschild’s orientation flight, May 3. Rothschild was provided egress training in a variety of situations to ensure he understood the safety procedures and to feel safe during his flight. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Dina Farmer/Released)
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Mayor and Boss 3

Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor of Tucson, talks with Col. Phil Purcell, commander for the 162nd Wing, about the orientation flight once they are in the air, May 3. Rothschild stated he came to the 162nd Wing “to learn more about the mission and the base and to get an appreciation for what goes on at the base.” (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Dina Farmer/Released)
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Mayor and Boss 2

Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor of Tucson, gets settled into the F-16 Fighting Falcon while Col. Phil Purcell, Commander of the 162nd Wing, waits for the crew chiefs to complete the remainder of aircraft checks, May 3. Rothschild was provided with all the essential training he needed before he was taken up on his orientation flight. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Dina Farmer/Released)
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Mayor and 162nd Boss

Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor of Tucson and Col. Phil Purcell, Commander of the 162nd Wing, proudly stride toward an awaiting F-16 Falcon, on May 3. Rothschild was invited to the 162nd Wing to participate in an orientation flight, which raises awareness and understanding about the wing's mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Dina Farmer/Released)
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Mayor Laughing

Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor of Tucson, shares a laugh with Lt Col Christopher Schmelzer and Col. Howard "Phil" Purcell, commander of the 162nd Wing , while having lunch at the dining facility at the 162nd Wing May 3. Rothschild was invited to the 162nd Wing to participate in an orientation flight, which raises awareness and understanding about the wing’s mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Hollie Hansen/Released)
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Mayor Photo DFAC

Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor of Tucson, greets Senior Master Sgt. Riccardo Talvy, NCOIC of the Services Flight, at the 162nd Wing May 3. Rothschild was invited to the 162nd Wing to participate in an orientation flight, which raises awareness and understanding about the wing’s mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Hollie Hansen/Released)
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Mayor 1 Photo

Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor of Tucson, discusses wing concerns with Lt. Col. Christopher Schmelzer and Col. Howard "Phil" Purcell, commander of the 162nd Wing, while having lunch at the dining facility at the 162nd Wing May 3. Rothschild was invited to the 162nd Wing to participate in an orientation flight, which raises awareness and understanding about the wing’s mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Hollie Hansen/Released)
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Chief Clark and his wife

A bittersweet occasion. Chief Master Sgt. Shane Clark and his wife, Loraine, listen to Airmen pay tribute to 162nd Wing’s top enlistee May 1. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Erich B. Smith/Released)
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Chief Clark at the Lecturn

A “fire dog” and an Airman’s Airman. Joining the Arizona Air National Guard when President Ronald Reagan was in his first term and the wing was titled the 162nd Tactical Fighter Group, Chief Master Sgt. Shane Clark will be heading up to the Arizona National Guard Joint-Forces Headquarters in Phoenix as the Senior Enlisted Advisor in Phoenix, Ariz. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Erich B. Smith/Released)
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El Tigre and Chief Clark

The tiger, or El Tigre, has served as an enduring mascot for the 162nd Wing for decades, much in the same way Chief Master Sgt Shane Clark has served as an enduring figure to the Citizen-Airmen of southern Arizona. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Erich B. Smith/Released)
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The 162nd Wing Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team.

The 162nd Wing Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team dressed in jeans and teal shirts for Denim Day 2014, being honored April 18 here at the wing. The team members are, from left to right: Maj. Stephen Moorhead, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, Master Sgt. Brent Thompson, victim advocate, Master Sgt. Marnie Jewell-Johnson, victim advocate, Tech. Sgt. Mitzi Eggers, victim advocate, 1st Lt. Melissa Gonzalez, SARC, Master Sgt. Gary Jack, victim advocate. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Hollie Hansen/Released)
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Col. thanks Army Sgt. Maj.

Offering thanks for his tutelage, 162nd Wing Vice Commander Lt. Col. Kenneth Rosson shakes the hand of Army National Guard instructor Sgt. Major Mark Ruffe at the Western Army National Guard Aviation Training Site gym in Marana, Ariz., March 21. "We want the Security Forces to continue the training opportunities like this with the Army,” said Rosson. “I think they might have even had a bit of fun, but this fantastic training with the Army amplified the fighting Airman spirit needed for operations down-range and here in the homeland."
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Fighting SF Airman

There will be blood. Airman Joshua Camacho takes down an opponent – and gets a little messy in the process – during the Basic Combative Course training at the Western Army National Guard Aviation Training Site gym in Marana, Ariz., March 21. The security forces specialist was a part of an intense 5-day, Army National Guard-instructed event involving unarmed, combative training.
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Army Instructs SF Personnel

Army instructor Sgt. Major Mark Ruffe observes Airman 1st Class Stephen Anderson (bottom) forcing Airman 1st Class Jordan Apalategui (top) into a “guard position,” thereby giving Anderson dominancy in the fight. The two security forces specialists were part of an intense 5-day, Army National Guard-instructed training event titled Basic Combative Course at the Western Army National Guard Aviation Training Site gym in Marana, Ariz., March 17-21.
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Female SF Personnel

It’s just business….nothing personal. Airman 1st Class Anna Solis applies a free-style stranglehold on Senior Airman Jessica Switzer on March 21 at the Western Army National Guard Aviation Training Site gym in Marana, Ariz. The two security forces specialists were part of an intense 5-day, Army National Guard-instructed training event titled Basic Combative Course. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Chris Drzazgowski/Released)
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162nd Wing Flag Unfurling

Out with the old, in with the new…a new wing name that is. The 162nd Fighter Wing is now the 162nd Wing, marking the official inclusion of the 214th Reconnaissance Group. Brig. Gen. Edward Maxwell, Commander of the Arizona Air National Guard, Col. Phil Purcell, the 162nd Wing Commander and Command Chief Master Sgt. Shane G. Clark, Chief Enlisted Advisor, witness the unfurling of the new 162nd Wing flag by Air National Guard Honor Guardsmen April 5 here at the Tucson International Airport. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Hollie Hansen)
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162nd Wing Flag Unfurling

Out with old, in with the new…a new wing name that is. The 162nd Fighter Wing is now the 162nd Wing, marking the official inclusion of the 214th Reconnaissance Group. Brig. Gen. Edward Maxwell, Commander of the Arizona Air National Guard, Col. Phil Purcell, the 162nd Wing Commander and Command Chief Master Sgt. Shane G. Clark, Chief Enlisted Advisor, witness the unfurling of the new 162nd Wing flag by Air National Guard Honor Guardsmen April 5 here at the Tucson International Airport. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Hollie Hansen)
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