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“There is a lot of innovation happening here at the 97th,” said Roberson. “This innovation is critical for us to continue to be the best air force in the world.”
During his visit, Roberson saw first-hand how Altus AFB is accomplishing its mission of ‘forging mobility forces and deploying Airmen warriors.’ Stopping at the KC-135 boom simulators, C-17 flight simulators, 97th Air Operations Squadron, non-prior service dormitories, the newest tail enclosure and school house construction for the KC-46, Roberson got a glimpse at these integral parts of the training mission. He also visited operations and offices that keep the base running from day-to-day including the 97th Medical Group, 97th Security Forces Squadron, the fire department, base housing and the Airmen Resiliency Center.
Altus AFB is the only base that trains aircrews for the U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III cargo aircraft, U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker refueling aircraft and soon, the U.S. Air Force KC-46 Pegasus refueling aircraft which is expected to arrive at Altus AFB in 2017.
“The next generation tanker is going to be doing a lot more than just fueling,” said Roberson. “It’s going to do its mission in more ways than the fuelers before it and its going to really help us as an Air Force.”
Roberson also informed Airmen of the battle against the Islamic State of Iraq and Levant.
“The U.S. Air Force is the leading force against ISIS,” said Roberson. “Special Operations aren’t going on missions without air support.”
After speaking about the importance of the U.S. Air Force in the war against terror, he spoke about the importance of every career in the U.S. Air Force.
“It takes every single one of you to make airpower happen,” said Roberson. “There are no extra bodies, no extra careers, there are no extras in the United States Air Force.”
Roberson ended his visit by thanking the base members.
“I want to thank you for what you do every day out there in the heat, in the rain, in the snow, whatever it is,” said Roberson. “You’re out there producing C-17s and KC-135 aircrew and our soon to be newest tanker. This will be a credible and important program and so thank you for your efforts every day and your sacrifices.”
| Date Taken: | 04.29.2016 |
| Date Posted: | 04.29.2016 10:09 |
| Story ID: | 196872 |
| Location: | ALTUS AFB, OK, US |
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