What We Do

From national security to economic impact, Sheppard Air Force Base plays a critical role in the lives of Wichita County residents and businesses. SMAC representatives work in every possible arena to help

  • Protect current SAFB missions
  • Pursue new missions for SAFB

As an advocate for Sheppard Air Force Base and a voice for our residents, SMAC representatives work closely with leaders and decision makers who play a key role in maintaining Sheppard’s current missions and pursuing new missions.

Focus

SMAC works to advocate and educate in support of SAFB to:

  • Congressional delegations
  • State elected officials
  • Local state delegations
  • Local elected officials
  • Headquarters Air Force
  • Air Education and Training Command

SMAC Priorities

  • Communicating the valuable physical assets SAFB offers
  • Requesting new infrastructure to attract new or relocating missions and maintain existing missions
  • Showcasing area resources available to support new and existing missions
  • Highlighting the needs of military men and women stationed at SAFB
  • Providing SAFB and area residents with community-based information

SMAC Activities

  • Providing support to SAFB for community events such as the 4th of July Freedom Fest and other base/community events
  • Supporting the interactions between civic organizations, businesses, and the military through the
    Squadron Adopter Program
  • Assisting with the Airman & Family Readiness Center Thanksgiving dinner program
  • Hosting significant events relating to ENJJPT (Euro NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training)