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  • First MQ-9 Reaper Taxi at Wheeler- Sack Army Air Field, Ft. Drum NY

    This date will serve as a significant milestone in the illustrious history of the 174th Fighter Wing as it marks the first time that a full-sized remotely piloted military aircraft (RPA) taxied on New York State soil. On June 30, 2011, at approximately 1400 hours, an MQ-9 Reaper taxied along the

  • New York Patriot Plan III

    The Patriot Plan is a package of benefits and protections for service members. The majority of the provisions apply only to residents of the State of New York. One of the benefits is free sporting licenses.Free hunting/big game, free fishing and free trapping licenses are available to New York State

  • Security Forces Conducts Training Exercise

    The 174th Fighter Wing Security Forces recently conducted a two and a half day training exercise.The training exercise was coordinated by Senior Master Sgt. Mark Mcafee and is a requirement for airmen preparing for deployment. If airmen aren't deploying then the training has to be completed every 36

  • Hancock Fields' "Hail To The Cheif's" ceremony

    On June 4, 2011, Hancock Field honored its recently and soon-to-be retired chief master sergeants at a "Hail To The Chiefs" dinner and ceremony held here in the main hanger.Hancock Field held its first "Hail To The Chiefs" ceremony to honor all the chief master sergeants who retired in 2010 and

  • Change-of-Command and a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Hancock Field

    On Sunday of the June Unit Training Assembly a change-of-command ceremony took place followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony led by the incoming commander at Hancock Field Air National Guard Base in Syracuse, NY.In a ceremony officiated by Col Kevin W. Bradley, 174th Fighter Wing Commander and

  • Hancock Field To Stand-up Joint Wellness Center

    Hancock Field Air National Guard base soon will be opening the doors to the first-of-its-kind Joint Health and Wellness Center (J-HAWC).Hancock Field has many support services to help assist our Airmen and Solidiers. Some of those services include the Chaplain, Family Programs, Wing Director of

  • Military Spouse Appreciation Day - May 6, 2011

    May 6, 2011 is Military Spouse Appreciation Day. It is a day that is set aside each year to recognize and honor the contributions and sacrifices of military spouses. In 1984, then President Ronald Reagan proclaimed the Friday before Mother's Day to be designated as Military Spouse Appreciation Day.

  • 174FW Mission Support Group Change of Command

    On Saturday the 5th of March a Change of Command ceremony at the 174th Fighter Wing took place marking the passing of command for the 174th FW Mission Support Group.Col. Kevin W. Bradley 174th FW Commander officiated the Change of Command Ceremony that transferred command from Col. Harvey M. Van

  • Start of the Tour Season

    The normal tour season at Hancock Field Air National Guard Base runs every year from April through October during the year, normally during weekends when the unit is assembled. Tours on the base are used to bring awareness to the community by highlighting the different areas and functions of all the

  • Master Sgt. Vic Francis Receives $2,500 Award

    On January 7, 2011, a member of the 174th Fighter Wing received $2,500 from the Department of Defense for making a suggestion that saved the military money.The award was given to Master Sgt. Victor Francis, a metals technician with the 174th Fighter Wing's Maintenance Group. The suggestion