22nd Command Chief visits Pope

Chief Master Sgt. Steven M. Larwood, command chief master sergeant for 22nd Air Force, visited the 440th Airlift Wing, Pope Field., N.C., during the April UTA. While here he visited with wing Airmen to hear about their concerns, issues and career expectations as Reservists at Pope Field, and held a chief’s call with the wing’s enlisted force. Chief Larwood also took a few minutes to sit down with the 440th Airlift Wing Public Affairs staff to share his thoughts about the Air Force Reserve Command. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Miller)

Pope Field honors fallen Airmen with memorial ceremony

Airmen from Pope Field line up to read about the heroic endeavors of Pope Airmen killed in the line of duty during a memorial ceremony held here to honor Pope?s fallen Airmen. Pope Airmen and civic leaders gathered for the ceremony that included the presentation of colors by the Air Force Honor Guard, inspirational words from the chaplain, a heartfelt memorial speech, placement of five wreaths representing the five Air Force major commands at Pope Field, and a twenty-one gun salute followed by Taps played by a bugler. (U.S. Air Force Photo)

Pope Field honors fallen Airmen during memorial ceremony

Air Force Senior Leadership from Pope Field render a salute during a memorial ceremony held here to honor Pope?s fallen Airmen. From left, Brig. Gen. Norman Ham, 440th Airlift Wing Commander, his fianc? Ms. Adele Mitchell, Col. Paul Kucharek, 43rd Airlift Group Commander, Col. Phillip Barks, 18th Air Support Operations Group Commander, Lt Col Michael Martin, the guest speaker, Command Chief Master Sgt. Jeff Roeder, 440th Airlift Wing, Chief Master Sgt. Eric Davis, 43rd Airlift Group Superintendent, Maj. James Alexander, 21st Special Tactics Squadron Director of Operations, and Senior Master Sgt. James Remington also from the 21st Special Tactics Squadron. Pope Airmen and civic leaders gathered for the ceremony that included the presentation of colors by the Air Force Honor Guard, inspirational words from the chaplain, a heartfelt memorial speech, placement of five wreaths representing the five Air Force major commands at Pope Field, and a twenty-one gun salute followed by Taps played by a bugler. (U.S. Air Force Photo)

440th recognizes 2011 award winners

Brig. Gen. Norman Ham, commander, 440th Airlift Wing, poses with 2011 award winners during commander’s call Jan. 8, 2012 on Pope Field, N.C. Each Airman was recognized for outstanding achievement in the wing in 2011. From left to right: General Ham; Master Sgt. Katrine Guinn (440th Airlift Wing), 2011 Senior NCO of the Year-2nd Half; Staff Sgt. Michael Rittner (Financial Management Office), 2011 NCO of the Year-2nd Half; Capt. William Beauchene (440th Security Forces Squadron), 2011 Company Grade Officer of the Year; Senior Master Sgt. Aurora Broughman (440th Security Forces Squadron), 2011 Senior NCO of the Year; Staff Sgt. Samuel Hogue (440th Security Forces Squadron), 2011 NCO of the Year; Senior Airman Canvis Dolberry (440th Operations Support Squadron), 2011 Airman of the Year; and Chief Master Sgt. Jeffrey Roeder, command chief, 440th Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter R. Miller)

Fuel hose inspection

Tech. Sgt. Greg Monette, a petroleum, oils, and lubricants (POL) specialist with the 440th Logistics Readiness Squadron, inspects a fuel hose leading to an R-11 refueling vehicle at Pope Field, N.C., on Jan. 8, 2012. The 440th Airlift Wing is currently training and conducting inspections to remain prepared for worldwide contingencies and deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sergeant Peter R. Miller)

First Lady Michelle Obama comes to Fayetteville's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

In a truly poignant moment, First Lady Michelle Obama reaches out to Capt. Stephanie Barnes, 440th Mission Support Group, during the filming of the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition program, July 21, 2011 in Fayetteville, N.C. Braving 100 degree heat, the volunteers waited for Mrs. Obama's arrival and were all smiles as she melted into the crowd of volunteers, shaking hands and giving hugs to the men and women of the military. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jerry Green)