Airmen, civilians, first responders and community members gather for a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Sept. 11, 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Col. Francisco Harris, 72nd Air Base Wing commander; Oklahoma City Fire Department Fire Chief Richard Kelley; and Lt. Col. Rudolph McIntyre, 72nd Security Forces Squadron commander, delivered remarks honoring those who lost their lives and recognizing the service and sacrifice of first responders, military members and others affected by the attacks. Major Keenan Kelley, 72nd Air Base Wing Civil Engineer Fire Department, served as master of ceremonies. The remembrance reinforced the enduring commitment to honor the past...
Team Tinker members, first responders and community partners gathered Sept. 11, 2026, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and honor the victims, first responders and service members affected by the events. The ceremony featured military honors, memorial bell tolls and remarks emphasizing remembrance, resilience and the lasting impact of 9/11 on the nation and its armed forces.
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, the true strength of our national security lies in the unseen, foundational efforts of the tens of thousands of civilian and uniformed professionals at the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex. While frontline combat operations are the most visible aspect of airpower, global readiness is forged by supply chain experts, business professionals, planners, and world-class maintenance technicians. These...
