News

Feb. 16, 2022
Westover wins Innovation, Transformation Award

Westover was recognized for innovative use of resources to enhance mission readiness in 2021. Col. Joseph D. Janik, 439th Airlift Wing commander, announced the Patriot Wing was selected as recipient of the first ever Fourth Air Force Innovation Team Award on Feb. 10, 2022.
Feb. 14, 2022
Fueling the fight

At Westover Air Reserve Base, members of the fuels management team work to keep Westover’s aircraft and other essential equipment ready for the fight.
Nov. 15, 2021
Air Force releases alternate component fitness score charts

After announcing the components in July, over 9,000 data points were collected to determine the point values for each component by assessing approximately 2,000 Airmen from 23 installations.
May 2, 2021
439th Airlift Wing welcomes new installation commander

The 439th Airlift Wing welcomed their new commander, Col. Joseph D. Janik, during an assumption of command ceremony May 1 at the Base Hangar.
Sept. 25, 2020
Joint Effort, Joint Reward

A joint effort construction project on Westover’s explosive ordinance disposal proficiency training range began this week. The new additions to the training site will provide increased safety and enhanced training capabilities.
Aug. 24, 2020
Faces of Westover: Tech. Sgt. Raymond Chan

Sometimes, it takes a couple of tries to find the perfect career fit. When it happens, a person’s passion shines through everything they do. This is how it happened for Tech. Sgt. Raymond Chan, 439th Airlift Wing Religious Affairs plans and program manager and Boston firefighter.
Aug. 6, 2020
Religious support teams step outside the sanctuary, provide support

Religious Support Teams, comprised of one chaplain and one religious affairs airman, offer mental, emotional and spiritual support to all Westover Airmen - no matter their belief system.
July 31, 2020
Westover aeromedical, aerial port Airmen practice like they play

Members of the 439th Aeromedical Staging Squadron, 439th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron and the 42nd Aerial Port Squadron conducted ground and flight medical training July 23 to 25.
July 27, 2020
Faces of Westover: Airman 1st Class Camelia Valentin

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Camelia Valentin, a federal officer and 439th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, grew up with a fascination for everything aviation.
July 20, 2020
Faces of Westover: Tech. Sgt. Brian Nasuta

Versatility and flexibility are two characteristics Tech. Sgt. Brian Nasuta, an Aerial Transportation specialist with the 58th Aerial Port Squadron, enjoys the most about his service as an Air Force Reservist.