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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

https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/westover-sees-huge-dip-in-attendance-at-2018-air-and-space-show/1308405955

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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 Jan

PHOTOS: Westover Key Spouses spent time with veterans at the Holyoke Soldiers Home over the weekend.

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@439westover-14 Jan

What hangar is this? (pope)

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@439westover-13 Jan

Looks like somebody else is getting our snow! https://t.co/Q5KlmTQ6N1

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@439westover-13 Jan

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@439westover-13 Jan

Congratulations to the 58th Aerial Port Squadron on their “Wing Improvement Now” Award!

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@439westover-12 Jan

Don’t miss it! LIVE Band: Ready, Set, Go! Tonight from 7-11 at the Westover Club. Ready, Set, Go

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@439westover-10 Jan

Throwback Thursday! From May 1989 some refueling of a C-5 by a KC-10 action. (pope)

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@439westover-09 Jan

Ludlow fire destroys duplex: One injured, 2 families displaced https://t.co/dBY4iydJrx

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@439westover-09 Jan

Woman injured during Ludlow house fire https://t.co/yxpAzlqvoQ

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@439westover-09 Jan

One person injured in house fire on Moore Street in Ludlow https://t.co/7mtJaLUxxF

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@439westover-08 Jan

Sticking to your New Year's resolutions all year https://t.co/JZhi5ItF9J

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@439westover-07 Jan

The Westover Barbershop will be closed until further notice effective Tue., Jan. 8. AAFES HQ Services is actively s… https://t.co/Oi7RMQKcV2

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@439westover-03 Jan

Good evening Westover! (U.S. Air Force photos/W.C.Pope)

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@439westover-03 Jan

Flashback Thursday, Westover Base Guide 1971! https://t.co/nTnFIWaT2o

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@439westover-02 Jan

Due to equipment failure the Club will remain closed, we are anticipating reopening at 1100 on Friday for Fish “Fry… https://t.co/NYClZYbLUk

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@439westover-27 Dec

This recent https://t.co/o49XNZJPF0 article on testing the C-5M aeromedical evacuation capabilities shows a photo o… https://t.co/VTk3wp59rN

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@439westover-27 Dec

Throwback Thursday. Who likes patches? Here some old and new from the Westover Archive. (pope)

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@439westover-26 Dec

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@439westover-26 Dec

Don’t forget! Dec. 31, 2018 is the final day for eligible members to opt-in to the Blended Retirement System. Th… https://t.co/eKCfaUHHiK

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@439westover-20 Dec

Goooooood morning Westover! (pope)

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