Western Air Defense Sector News

May 3, 2024
Washington Air National Guard hosts ADAFCO Course at the Western Air Defense Sector

The Washington Air National Guard’s 225th Air Defense Group hosted its first ever three-week U.S. Army Air Defense Artillery Fire Control Officer (ADAFCO) course and follow-on Joint Kill Chain Exercise for 14 U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force students Jan. 29 – Feb. 16, 2024, at the Western Air Defense
Feb. 29, 2024
Washington ANG and Royal Malaysian Air Force Establish Sister Squadron Relationship

In a historic moment fostering international collaboration and strengthening defense ties, the Washington Air National Guard commander, U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Gent Welsh, and the Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff Operations and Strategy of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), RMAF Brig. Gen. Azman
Oct. 26, 2023
WADS Celebrates 25th Air Division’s 75th Anniversary

As the United States Air Force 25th Air Division marks its 75th anniversary since its creation, it's an opportune moment to reflect on the pivotal milestones and historic events that have defined the 25th Air Division's distinguished legacy. Throughout the years, the 25th Air Division has been at
Dec. 12, 2022
Camel assumes command of the 225th Air Defense Group

Col. Ricardo L.A. Camel became the new commander of the 225th Air Defense Group during a change of command ceremony at the Pierce County Readiness Center, Camp Murray, Washington, Dec. 3, 2022.
Jan. 12, 2021
COVID-19 vaccine available to Washington Air Guard members

Across Washington State, every Air National Guardsman is eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine on a voluntary basis, and many are.On Jan. 8, 2021, several members of the 194th Wing and Western Air Defense Sector went through their vaccination process at Camp Murray, Washington. They were among the
Sept. 23, 2020
WADS Guardsman recognized by Washington State Bar Association

The Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) awarded Deputy Staff Judge Advocate Maj. Danielle Rogowski of the Western Air Defense Sector, the 2019-2020 WSBA Public Service and Leadership Award.
Sept. 21, 2020
Western Air Defense Sector key player in evolution of Advanced Battle Management System

A small Washington Air National Guard unit has become a key player for Air Force acquisitions in the evolution of the Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS). Members of the Western Air Defense Sector participated in the second ever ABMS “onramp” event at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Sept. 2-3, 2020.
Sept. 13, 2020
Col. Gyekis assumes command of the 225th Air Defense Group

Col. Raed Gyekis became the new commander of the 225th Air Defense Group during an assumption of command ceremony at the Western Air Defense Sector, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., September 13, 2020.
June 6, 2019
Robie places 10th at the Great Wall of China marathon

What marathon competition has 20,518 countable steps, 7,600 feet in elevation gain and constant exposure under the hot sun? It would be the Conquer the Wall Marathon held May 11, 2019, on the Great Wall of China. Bruce Robie, the 225th Air Defense Squadron Joint National Air Space Defense Planning
May 7, 2019
Bosselmann assumes command of the 225th Support Squadron

Col. Brett Bosselman became the new commander of the 225th Support Squadron during a change of command ceremony at the Pierce County Readiness Center on Camp Murray, Wash., April 10, 2019.

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