• Catching up with the commander: Senior Airman Jeremy Francisco

    U.S. Air Force Col. Edward Szczepanik, 6th Air Refueling Wing Commander, recognizes Senior Airman Jeremy Francisco, a military working dog handler assigned to the 6th Security Forces Squadron, during a game of catch at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, July 18, 2025. As a patrol unit, Francisco and

  • CSAF and CMSAF visit MacDill AFB

    U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi hosted an all-call for Airmen at MacDill Air Force Base, highlighting the base’s vital contributions to force readiness, talent development and global power projection.

  • 6th ARW welcomes new commander

    The 6th Air Refueling Wing welcomed its fifth commander here, Aug. 2.Col. Edward Szczepanik took command of the 6th ARW from Col. Adam Bingham during a ceremony officiated by 18th Air Force commander, Maj. Gen. Corey Martin.

  • 63rd ARS refuels C-17 over Southeastern United States

    A C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 15th Airlift Squadron, Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 63rd Air Refueling Squadron, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, over the Southeastern United States, Nov. 28, 2023. Air Mobility Command utilizes the

  • Charles ‘Charlie' B Haralson: A legacy of service and commitment

    From humble beginnings as the youngest of 15 children in Southern Georgia, to a life of service and adventure, U.S. Air Force retired Charles “Charlie” B Haralson has lived a life that’s nothing short of inspiring. A decorated veteran and dedicated educator, Haralson’s journey is a testament to

  • 6th AMXS passes the torch

    Airmen and family of the 6th Air Refueling Wing listen to a speech during the 6th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron change of command ceremony at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, June 5, 2023. Military spouses and dependents play a critical role in ensuring that service members operate at their full