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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Brian Hadix and Tech Sgt. Angel Gullien take a part a SPICE antenna at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, on June 13, 2018. Hadix and Guillen, contingency response Airmen assigned to Westover and March Air Reserve Bases, were among the dozens of Reserve Citizen Airmen who deployed to Ramstein in support of Exercise Swift Response. The joint U.S. Air Force/ U.S. Army exercise featured high-readiness airborne forces from nine nations including Israel, and NATO allies; Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Monica Ricci)

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Westover.Patriot-18 Jul

Westover's Great New England Air and Space Show awaits the arrival of the Fast Trax parachuting team seen here this past weekend as it descends with a giant American flag. (Courtesy photo)

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Westover.Patriot-17 Jul

Wing staff wishes Col. D. Scott Durham, 439th Airlift Wing commander, a happy 50th birthday July 17. Assisting with cutting the cake is Kristine Seney, wing executive officer. (U.S. Force photo/Senior Master Sgt. Andrew Biscoe)

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Westover.Patriot-17 Jul

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Westover.Patriot-17 Jul

This is a compilation of coverage from the staff of Air Force reservists assigned to the public affairs office which covered this major event, beginning with the arrival of the Thunderbirds on July 12, to the very last day of the air show, July 15. More photos soon! Many thanks to our two PA Airmen from the Air National Guard who helped out -- Senior Airman Sadie Hewes and A1C Randall Burlingame! Joint-service spirit! Air Force Reserve Galaxy Community Council #ReserveCitizenAirmen

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Westover.Patriot-17 Jul

Can you find yourself in these crowd shots from the Westover Air Traffic Control Tower on Sat., July 14 at The Great New England Airshow? (U.S. Air Force photos/W.C. Pope) Galaxy Community Council Chicopee, Massachusetts

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Westover.Patriot-17 Jul

USAF F-16 Thunderbirds FOD walk! (U.S.Air Force photo/W.C.Pope) The Great New England Airshow Galaxy Community Council Chicopee Chamber of Commerce Chicopee, Massachusetts

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Westover.Patriot-17 Jul

So what was your favorite aircraft this year at The Great New England Airshow? (U.S. Air Force photos/W.C. Pope) Galaxy Community Council USAF F-16 Thunderbirds Chicopee Police Department

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Westover.Patriot-17 Jul

Not only can a C-5M carry a huge payload around the world at a moments notice but can also provide a lot of shade at The Great New England Airshow this last weekend. (U.S.Air Force photo/W.C.Pope) Galaxy Community Council Chicopee, Massachusetts Air Force Reserve United States Air Force Dover Air Force Base, Delaware

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Westover.Patriot-17 Jul

Thank you to everyone who came out to the 2018 Great New England Air and Space Show this weekend! It was truly a privilege to have everyone on base to showcase Air Force capabilities and highlight our Reserve Citizen Airmen! U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds US Army Golden Knights #airforcereserve #airforce #airshow #reservecitizenairmen

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Westover.Patriot-17 Jul

"Mass Appeal," a local TV talk show, broadcasted live from Westover following the July 13 Great New England Air and Space Show kickoff breakfast. Pictured from left are Lauren Zenzie, "Mass Appeal" host; Maj. Susan McSpadden, 337th Airlift Squadron; and retired Air Force Col. Cady Coleman, a former astronaut. Zenzie interviewed McSpadden, a C-5 aircraft commander and air show ramp director. Coleman, a 1991 University of Massachusetts at Amherst graduate, was the guest speaker at the breakfast, and was also interviewed. Many more photos and videos of the breakfast and show will be posted soon! (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Master Sgt. Andrew Biscoe) Air Force Reserve #ReserveCitizenAirmen WWLP-22News

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Westover.Patriot-16 Jul

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform at Westover Air Reserve Base, July 14, 2018, during the Great New England Air and Space Show. More than 63,000 people visited the base for the two-day show, which wrapped up July 15. Look for more coverage soon on this major and historic event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Master Sgt. Andrew Biscoe)

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Westover.Patriot-16 Jul

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds humor, Air Force Reserve from W.c. Pope, cartoon #779. (U.S. Air Force cartoon/W.C.Pope)

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Westover.Patriot-16 Jul

US Army Golden Knights drop in on The Great New England Airshow. (U.S. Air Force video/W.C. Pope) Galaxy Community Council U.S. Army Chicopee, Massachusetts

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Westover.Patriot-16 Jul

The CV-22 Osprey landing behind the USAF F-16 Thunderbirds before the @The Great New England Airshow. (U.S. Air Force video/W.C. Pope) Galaxy Community Council City of Chicopee - Mayor's Office

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Westover.Patriot-16 Jul

USAF F-16 Thunderbirds pass by the Westover ARB Air Traffic Control Tower on Thursday before The Great New England Airshow. (U.S. Air Force video/W.C.Pope)

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Westover.Patriot-16 Jul

The Springfield Thunderbirds dedicate a jersey to the fallen USAF F-16 Thunderbirds pilot Major Stephen Del Bagno at The Great New England Airshow. Galaxy Community Council (U.S. Air Force video/W.C. Pope)

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Westover.Patriot-16 Jul

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds take-off at The Great New England Airshow. Galaxy Community Council (U.S. Air Force video/W.C.Pope)

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Westover.Patriot-16 Jul

What it looked like upfront and center with the USAF F-16 Thunderbirds at The Great New England Airshow on July 15, 2018. (U.S. Air Force video/W.C. Pope)

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Westover.Patriot-16 Jul

Big thank you to the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds for coming out to the Air Show this past weekend! We hope everyone had a great time! #airshow #thunderbirds #flyfightwin #aimhigh

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Westover.Patriot-15 Jul

Wear hearing protection at the airshow, reporter A1C Randy Burlingame, 104th Fighter Wing Public Affairs.

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@439westover-17 Nov

Senior Master Sgt. Kimberly Kopp, 58tj Aerial Port Squadron first Sergeant, serves a Thanksgiving meal to Master Sg… https://t.co/vbQdbKXHNA

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@439westover-16 Nov

A little snow doesn't stop work flow

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@439westover-16 Nov

Some glimpses of Friday’s snowstorm — photos by SrA. Daniel Pedretti, public affairs stringer photographer! SrA.… https://t.co/iZ7d46IDJ3

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@439westover-16 Nov

****WEATHER UPDATE**** As of 6:25 AM, 16 NOV: Senior leadership has advised of NEW delayed reporting time of 9:30… https://t.co/qQcHwiB157

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@439westover-15 Nov

INCLEMENT WEATHER ALERT: Senior leadership notification made at approximately 3:25 p.m. Thursday, 15 November — Non… https://t.co/lNQGp2MWWH

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@439westover-15 Nov

The Westover community mourns the passing of retired Senior Master Sgt. Peter McCavick. His obituary can be found u… https://t.co/Q2xsMZylUM

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@439westover-15 Nov

The Patriot Wing’s senior leadership is seen here at March Air Reserve Base, California, attending the Raincross Aw… https://t.co/SkbrzsfkOy

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@439westover-14 Nov

Westover families! Mark your calendars for the annual Children’s Christmas party, scheduled for Saturday Dec. 8 b… https://t.co/YlkNmt3YBK

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@439westover-11 Nov

Col. Neil Hede, 439th Operations Group commander, was one of two guest speakers at the annual Pioneer Valley USO Ve… https://t.co/xvTsnNzGBV

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@439westover-11 Nov

Col. D. Scott Durham, 439th Airlift Wing commander, gave Veteran's Day remarks today at the Doverbrook Community ho… https://t.co/UzMMZk7RBB

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@439westover-10 Nov

Westover veterans are making their way this weekend to various outreach events, to include the Pioneer Valley USO’s… https://t.co/GNE5tHaTxj

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@439westover-08 Nov

Late but spectacular fall foliage bursts at Westover in these photos shot Nov. 8. Flying activity includes a C-5M S… https://t.co/h6fBNHHuh5

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@439westover-08 Nov

Westover 1st Sergeant's want you to join their ranks https://t.co/OWzY6rKGOw

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@439westover-08 Nov

WNN50 News Brief for December 2018 https://t.co/YTxybbC4YG

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@439westover-06 Nov

Westover brings in nearly $195 million to area economy. https://t.co/rJDAw65WXt https://t.co/rJDAw65WXt

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@439westover-06 Nov

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit will be conducting training today, Nov. 6 until 4:00 p.m. There will be… https://t.co/x2ALFQoM1w

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@439westover-05 Nov

The 439th Airlift Wing hosted it's annual Veterans Day ceremony on Westover Air Reserve Base, Chicopee, Mass., Nov.… https://t.co/udjijw6EwV

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@439westover-05 Nov

The Westover Road gate will be closed intermittently today, Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for repairs. A Security… https://t.co/fupDcmOOVE

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@439westover-03 Nov

Senior Master Sgt. Ann Fluegge, 439th Force Support Squadron, retires today at Westover. Congratulations SMSgt Flue… https://t.co/S1uViDq3vi

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