Sheppard’s Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants (POL) schoolhouse played a vital role in the development and testing of a brand-new fuel bladder designed for the Aerial Bulk Fuel Delivery System (ABFDS) — a key capability that enables rapid fuel delivery to remote and forward deployed locations.
This updated bladder enhances safety, durability, and efficiency in airborne fuel operations. Thanks to the expertise of Sheppard’s POL team, the new system is ready for operational use.
The 364 TRS schoolhouse will also lead the way in developing the curriculum to train the next generation of POL Airmen on this critical upgrade.
Col. John Hollister relinquished command of the 82nd Mission Support Group to Col. Kenneth Raszinski during a change of command ceremony July 18, 2025, at Sheppard AFB.
Midwestern State University hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on June 17, 2025, for its new Military Education Center—a partnership with Sheppard Air Force Base aimed at expanding support for more than 2,000 military-affiliated students and families.
The center will serve as a one-stop resource hub to streamline academic services for all MSU students.
University, civic, and military leaders, including 82nd Training Wing Commander...
A T-6 Texan II aircraft successfully landed on Taxiway D (Delta) on Monday, May 5th, demonstrating that the taxiway can be used for emergency landings when the center runway is unavailable.
