GRISSOM AIR RESERVE BASE, Ind., -- Maj. Liesl Carter, a KC-135R Stratotanker pilot, runs through her pre-departure checklist prior to an aerial refueling mission recently. Major Carter and other members of the 72nd Air Refueling Squadron have historical patches commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Air Force. The patches are intended to remind members of the tradition and history of their unit. Members may wear the patches during several special observances during the year. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Senior Airman Mark Orders-Woempner)
GRISSOM AIR RESERVE BASE, Ind -- The 72nd Air Refueling Squadron has a proud heritage. The unit traces its history to World War II when it was initially formed as a troop carrier squadron. This image shows the original 72nd patch.
GRISSOM AIR RESERVE BASE, Ind -- The 434th Air Refueling Wing is the largest KC-135R Stratotanker unit in the Air Force Reserve Command. It has a proud heritage that dates to World War II and the 434th Troop Carrier Wing.
Bridging the Distance: 434th Communications Squadron trains with the 154th Communications Squadron
Grissom Airmen Sharpen CBRNE Skills at Hoosier Dawn
Raising Awareness: Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
434th ARW inducts 67 NCOs and SNCOs
434th Air Refueling Wing inspector general retires after 35 years of service
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