144th Fighter Wing

Nighttime Training for the 144th Fighter Wing FRESNO AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Calif. The 144th Fighter Wing is scheduled to conduct night flying from the Fresno Yosemite International Airport February 16 through 19 and February 23 through 26.... The evening flights are scheduled to occur Tuesday through Friday until approximately 10:00 p.m. each day. The base has been successful in minimizing late-night flights to reduce the impact on neighboring communities and will continue to use the noise abatement procedures agreed upon by Fresno Yosemite International Airport and other agencies involved. For more information, please contact the 144th Fighter Wing Public Affairs Office at (559) 454-5246 or via email at [email protected]. #ALLIN #Join144FW

An overview of the dissimilar aircraft combat training exercise, Valley Thunder, hosted by the 144th Fighter Wing at the Fresno Air National Guard Base, California, Feb. 10, 2021. Valley Thunder is a two-week military fighter jet training exercise being conducted in training airspaces in the region. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Tech. Sgt. Christian Jadot) #AllIn

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle Fighter Jet approaches for landing after participating in a sortie for Valley Thunder at the Fresno Air Terminal, California, Feb. 9, 2021. Valley Thunder is a two-week military fighter jet training exercise being conducted in training airspaces in the region, and is hosted by the 144th FW’s 194th Fighter Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Tech. Sgt. Christian Jadot)

Thank you Lt. Col. John Sliney for your honorable and dedicated service in the United States Air Force and the California Air National Guard! Happy Retirement!

Airman of the 144th Fighter Wing preparing F-15C Eagle Fighter Jets for the morning launch to participate in Valley Thunder at the Fresno Air National Guard Base, California, Feb. 5, 2021. Valley Thunder is a two-week military fighter jet training exercise being conducted in training airspaces in the region, and is hosted by the 144th FW’s 194th Fighter Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by Tech. Sgt. Christian Jadot)

Video shows F-16s, F-16s and F-35s taking off from Fresno Yosemite International Airport during Valley Thunder, a military training exercise hosted by the 144th Fighter Wing over two weeks.

Congratulations to our newest CCAF graduates.

Congratulations Col. John Lundholm on your new Command!

A beautiful photo from one of our Airmen!

The 144th Fighter Wing hosted a Trunk or Treat event for Airmen and their family members Oct. 23, 2020. The event had over a hundred attendees who enjoyed the festivities. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by Capt. Jason Sanchez)

U.S. Air Force Col. Jeremiah Cruz, 144th Fighter Wing commander, presented Airmen of the Quarter Awards Oct. 29, 2020 to Airmen who have demonstrated integrity, service and excellence during the third quarter. Congratulations to: Senior Airman Corbett Celata from the 144th Maintenance Squadron, Tech. Sgt. Elizabeth Fraire from the 144th Force Support Squadron, Master Sgt. Jeremy Manning from the Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Capt. Thomas Fitzgerald from the 194th Fighter Squadron, and Lt. Col. Cesar Gonzalez from the Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by Capt. Jason Sanchez)

Meet Tech. Sgt. Julie Riddle, a unit training manager at the 144th Maintenance Group, in this edition of "44 Seconds With The 144th". #join144fw #44seconds https://youtu.be/L0yR5dSS7eA

F-15 Eagles from the #144th Fighter Wing take off from the Fresno Yosemite International Airport, Oct 15, 2020, to conduct routine training missions. (Air National Guard video by Capt. Jason Sanchez) #TheSoundofFreedom #ReadyAF California National Guard

Congratulations to Master Sgt. Stephanie Rendon on her retirement after 23 years of dedicated service to the U.S. Air Force, the California National Guard and 144th Fighter Wing!

The 144th Fighter Wing remembered Tech. Sgt. Joshua De Leon at a memorial ceremony held in the Maintenance Hangar, October 4, 2020. During the ceremony, De Leon was posthumously promoted to the rank of Technical Sgt. and presented with the Air Force Achievement Medal. The medal and the rank patches, along with two American flags, were presented to De Leon’s parents and his wife. Tech. Sgt. De Leon was a fighter jet Crew Chief, who was known for his expertise, kindness, and wi...llingness to help his fellow Wingmen. For the past few years he worked in the Repair and Reclamation maintenance shop among an extremely close-knit group of Airmen. De Leon had been a member of the U.S. Air Force and the 144th Fighter Wing since 2011. He officially enlisted with the unit at the 2011 Fresno Veterans’ Day Parade and walked with members of the Wing that same day. He had the unique experience of attending USAF basic training with four fellow Wingmen who had recently enlisted with the 144th Fighter Wing. That group of five Airmen then continued on to Tech. School together where they were trained to become Crew Chiefs, and finally, they returned together back to Fresno. Three of those Airmen have since moved to other locations in California, but they shared that special experience. De Leon will be missed. He was an exceptional Airman, and we are honored to have served alongside him. God Bless Tech Sgt. De Leon, his family, and all who knew him.

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Russell Ponder, director of logistics and installations, National Guard Bureau/A4, presents The Air Medal to Staff Sgt. Eric Mukes , 144th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal helper, during his visit to the 144th Fighter Wing, Fresno Air National Guard Base, Calif., Oct. 3, 2020. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Charles Vaughn)

U.S. Col. Jeremiah Cruz, 144th Fighter Wing commander, presented the Air National Guard’s 2019 Financial Services Office of the Year award to the 144th Comptroller Flight, October, 3, 2020. They were chosen for this award from 90 ANG Wings across the country! (U.S. Air National Guard photos by Capt. Jason Sanchez)

Col. Chris Austin, 144th Fighter Wing Vice Commander, talks about the future of the Fresno Air National Guard Base and associated aircraft in this latest episode of "44 Seconds with the 144th" https://youtu.be/gPPBgOS5shE #join144fw #AirNationalGuard #44seconds #CaliforniaNationalGuard

Check out this beautiful rendition of "God Bless the U.S.A." Released by the US Air Force Band June 30, 2020.

Happy 73rd Birthday @United States Air Force! #USAF73 #wingmen #AFbirthday #AimHigh #FlyFightWin U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)... https://go.usa.gov/xGn7D

Just a reminder to everyone in uniform. https://www.army.mil//hatch_act_dod_regulations_govern_pol

144th Fighter Wing 3rd Annual POW/MIA Remembrance Run/Walk September 18, 2020 A Mile to Remember: Honor those who were held captive and those who remain missing... How to Participate: - Run/ walk one mile* (or more) on September 18, 2020 - Runners are encouraged to carry a POW/MIA flag, wear a POW/MIA item, or wear patriotic or service related apparel - Comment to this post with a photo of you before, during, or after the mile (highly encouraged) and/or comment with an image of your run map (optional) - Consider donating to a reputable charity that supports POW/MIA service members and their families Military members, Please sign up with Master Sgt. Christopher Perez; email photos and images to [email protected] Remember to follow local guidance regarding COIVD-19 prevention and be aware of air quality restrictions for your local area. You may also run a mile indoors or on a treadmill. *This is a virtual run. You will need to choose a safe location for the run. Unfortunately, we are unable to host an official event at the base this year due to COVID-19 concerns.

Col. Jeremiah Cruz, 144th Fighter Wing, Wing Commander, sends his thanks in the latest episode of "44 Seconds With The 144th". #join144fw #44second California National Guard Chief of the National Guard Bureau @Air National Guard