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  • A panel of evaluators from the National Restaurant Association inspected the 115th Fighter Wing services flight during the March drill. The inspection came as part of the Airmen’s efforts to achieve the Air National Guard’s Senior Master Sgt. Kenneth Disney Award. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Tech. Sgt. Kyle Russell)

    115 FW in the running for the Disney Award

    A panel of evaluators from the National Restaurant Association inspected the 115th Fighter Wing services flight during the March drill. The inspection came as part of the Airmen’s efforts to achieve the Air National Guard’s Senior Master Sgt. Kenneth Disney Award.  The Disney award recognizes the best dining facilities in the ANG. The 115th FW is
  • Honorary Commander spotlight - Dr. Curt Bronkhorst The 115th Fighter Wing Honorary Commanders Program is an innovative program that links military commanders with business leaders in the local community. These relationships provide the opportunity for both military and civilian professionals to gain valuable insight and perspectives of different organizations. The program also serves as a vital link for the Wis. Air National Guard to connect with and educate the public on the important missions of the 115th FW.

    Honorary Commander spotlight - Dr. Curt Bronkhorst

    The 115th Fighter Wing Honorary Commanders Program is an innovative program that links military commanders with business leaders in the local community. These relationships provide the opportunity for both military and civilian professionals to gain valuable insight and perspectives of different organizations. The program also serves as a vital link for the Wis. Air National Guard to connect with and educate the public on the important missions of the 115th FW.
  • Staff Sgt. Adam Pipp, an aerospace ground equipment journeyman assigned to the 115th Maintenance Group, Truax Field, Wisconsin, exercises in the base fitness center Jan. 24, 2019. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Mary E. Greenwood)

    Amidst winter months Wis. Airman takes 2nd place in fitness contest

    As part of his new years resolution, Staff Sgt. Adam Pipp, an aerospace ground equipment journeyman assigned to the 115th Maintenance Group, Truax Field, Wisconsin, entered an online body transformation fitness contest in January of 2018.
  • Lt. Col. James Sullivan, Lt. Col. Jessica Sullivan and Ted Sullivan board a KC-135. Spouses of 115th Fighter Wing Airmen were given the opportunity to fly along with 128th Air Refueling Wing crew members during a refueling training mission Nov. 30, 2018, Truax Field, Wis. While Lt. Col Jessica Sullivan had to stay behind, husband Ted Sullivan flew with brother Lt. Col. James Sullivan, evaluator pilot assigned to the 128th ARW and Pilot for this training mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Mary E. Greenwood)

    Flight of Firsts

    Spouses of Airmen assigned to the 115th Fighter Wing here were given the opportunity to ride along during a 128th Air Refueling Wing training mission that departed from Truax Field, Nov. 30, 2018.
  • Col. Erik Peterson, the commander of the 115th Fighter Wing, presents the guidon to Lt. Col. Wilhelmina Panzer, the new commander of the 115th Maintenance Group, during the 115 MXG change of command ceremony Dec. 2, 2018, at the 115th Fighter Wing, Truax Field, Wisconsin. Lt. Col. Panzer was previously the inspector general at the 115th Fighter Wing before taking command of the maintenance group. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Cameron Lewis)

    Truax Field welcomes Wilhelmina Panzer, new commander of 115th MXG

    Lt. Col. Wilhelmina Panzer took over command of the 115th Maintenance Group here Dec. 1, during a change of command ceremony at the 115th Fighter Wing here.
  • The 115th Fighter Wing, Wisconsin Air National Guard received the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA) for exceptional service performed by the service members in the unit from 2015-2017. This is the tenth time that the 115th FW has received the award

    115th Fighter Wing receives Outstanding Unit Award

    The 115th Fighter Wing, Wisconsin Air National Guard received the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA) for exceptional service performed by the service members in the unit from 2015-2017. This is the tenth time that the 115th FW has received the award.

  • Wisconsin public affairs team volunteers provide Hurricane Florence relief

    Public Affairs broadcasters and photojournalists from the Wisconsin National Guard spent a week in South Carolina providing coverage of the flooding aftermath of Hurricane Florence from Sept. 23 - 30.
  • Pillars from the Past... 50 years ago this month a new flying organization was formed at Truax Field, an Air Force Base in Madison, Wisconsin. That organization was part of the newly formed Air National Guard and is now known as the 115th Fighter Wing.

    Pillars of the Past... "Badger Air Militia celebrates 50 years of service"

    It is hard to believe that our unit has been in the business of defending our state and nation for 50 years. But if you stop to consider all the changes that have occurred in the unit, in our country, and especially in the world, it is not surprising to see us still around. Through these changes, one element has remained the same, the 176th Fighter Squadron (FS) and in a larger form, the 115th Fighter Wing has continued to operate at its highest tempo, continuously adapting to new challenges; whether it be new aircraft, new policies, new missions, or even a new political environment.
  • The 115th Fighter Wing Honorary Commanders Program is an innovative program that links military commanders with business leaders in the local community. These relationships provide the opportunity for both military and civilian professionals to gain valuable insight and perspectives of different organizations. The program also serves as a vital link for the Wis. Air National Guard to connect with and educate the public on the important missions of the 115th FW.

    Honorary Commander spotlight - Roger Erickson

    The 115th Fighter Wing Honorary Commanders Program is an innovative program that links military commanders with business leaders in the local community. These relationships provide the opportunity for both military and civilian professionals to gain valuable insight and perspectives of different organizations. The program also serves as a vital link for the Wis. Air National Guard to connect with and educate the public on the important missions of the 115th FW.
  • A KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 128th Air Refuleing Wing, General Mitchell Air National Guard Base, Wisconsin, sits on the tarmack at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 30, 2018. The 128th ARW transported 115th Force Support Squadron Airmen, who are TDY, from Truax Field, Wisconsin, to Ramstein Air Base Germany. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Cameron Lewis)

    WIANG Airmen provide support, gain training at Ramstein AB

    Approximately 30 Airmen with the Wisconsin Air National Guard, assigned to the 115th Force Support Squadron here, arrived at Ramstein Air Base in Germany, Aug. 30, to provide support as part of a movement for training mission.
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