Nov. 2, 2022 Sheppard Airman honors fallen Marine, has solid showing in 47th MCM Second Lt. Grace Tinkey, a student awaiting pilot training at the 80th Flying Training Wing, ran the 47th Marine Corps Marathon in Arlington, Virginia, Oct. 30, 2022, in honor of her friend and fallen hero Marine Sgt. Nicole L. Gee, who was killed on Aug. 26, 2021, when a suicide bomb went off in at
Sept. 14, 2022 Student pilot takes unique look inside munitions maintenance officer course A chance meeting while on a photo assignment for the 82nd Training Wing Public Affairs Office led to a unique training prospect for a casual student pilot awaiting training, a first for Sheppard AFB, and one that could lead to further opportunities for other casuals.
June 30, 2022 Mueller's penchant for 'yes' leads to eventful 25-year career Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Mueller, the former command chief master sergeant of the 80th Flying Training Wing and Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program here, retired from the Air Force June 29, 2022.
June 24, 2022 Orgeron takes command of 80th FTW, ENJJPT Col. Brad E. Orgeron took command of the 80th Flying Training Wing at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, June 24, 2022. Col. Robert F. Haas Jr. relinquished command.
June 23, 2022 Haas set to hang up flight suit after almost 27 years of service Col. Robert F. Haas Jr.’s life has admittedly been full of unplanned journeys. His almost 27-year adventure as an Air Force officer and aviator will come to a close June 24, 2022, when he relinquishes command of the 80th Flying Training Wing here and retires from the service.
May 30, 2022 300 sorties makes for an Awesome Day at ENJJPT The 80th Flying Training Wing came together with a goal of setting a new record for the number of sorties flown at the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training program, making their efforts an Awesome Day for the program.
April 13, 2022 Leavitt: Dream big, work hard Maj. Gen. Jeannie Leavitt, Chief of Safety for the Air and Space Forces, visited Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 1, 2022, as the guest speaker for an undergraduate pilot training graduation at the 80th Flying Training Wing, but also took time for professional development opportunities.
Nov. 16, 2021 U.S. takes inaugural Sheppard World Cup in penalty kicks In the spirit of friendship and camaraderie, the International Military Student Office hosted the inaugural Sheppard World Cup Soccer Challenge on Nov. 10, 2021.
Oct. 26, 2021 Jackson, Cornyn, Cruz introduce resolutions to commemorate Sheppard Thirteenth Congressional District Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-Texas) and Texas Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz submitted the documents in their respective chambers – House Resolution 728 and Senate Resolution 424 – on Oct. 20, 2021. The resolutions recognize the dedication of the installation on Oct. 17,
Sept. 27, 2021 Sights set on future following ENJJPT Steering Committee meetings Representatives from partner nations wrapped up the 82nd meeting of the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program Steering Committee here Sept. 17, 2021, with eyes to the future of the multi-nationally manned and operated organization.