Episodes

  • The Barnes Flyover - Ep. 14 - 104th Fighter Wing Chaplain Captain Travorus Weaver

    The Barnes Flyover - Ep. 14 - 104th Fighter Wing Chaplain Captain Travorus Weaver
    Jul 10 2026
    In the 14th episode of the Barnes Flyover, hosts Melanie Casineau and Jay Hewitt from the 104th Fighter Wing Public Affairs team recap base and community events from June, highlight upcoming events, and sit down with 104th Fighter Wing Chaplain Captain Travorus Weaver. Links to all relevant stories and photos can be found at the 104FW DVIDS page here - https://www.dvidshub.n.... Follow the wing on social media to stay up-to-date with the latest information. facebook.com/104FW @104fw Copyright (c) 104th Fighter Wing Massachusetts Air National Guard. All rights reserved. This funded Air Force podcast is an authorized publication for members of the U.S military services. Contents of the Barnes Flyover are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S Government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air Force, or the Air National Guard.
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    51 mins
  • The Barnes Flyover - Ep. 13 - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

    The Barnes Flyover - Ep. 13 - Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
    Jun 4 2026
    In the 13th episode of the Barnes Flyover, hosts Melanie Casineau and Jay Hewitt from the 104th Fighter Wing Public Affairs team recap base and community events from May, highlight upcoming events, and sit down with Earl Bonnet from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) to discuss how they can help support guard members and their families. Links to all relevant stories and photos can be found at the 104FW DVIDS page here - https://www.dvidshub.net/search/?view... Follow the wing on social media to stay up-to-date with the latest information. facebook.com/104FW @104fw Copyright (c) 104th Fighter Wing Massachusetts Air National Guard. All rights reserved. This funded Air Force podcast is an authorized publication for members of the U.S military services. Contents of the Barnes Flyover are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S Government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air Force, or the Air National Guard.
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    51 mins
  • 104th Fighter Wing Honors Fallen Barnestormers

    104th Fighter Wing Honors Fallen Barnestormers
    May 19 2026
    The 104th Fighter Wing held their 39th annual F-100 Rededication Ceremony to honor our 13 fallen, May 15, 2026, at Barnes Air National Guard Base, Westfield, Mass. Originally dedicated on May 17, 1987 by the 104FW Chief Master Sergeant's Council, the 104th Fighter Wing has held the F-100 Rededication Ceremony every year to honor the 13 fallen Barnestormers who paid the ultimate sacrifice. During the ceremony, Colonel Michael Glass, 104th Fighter Wing Commander, emphasized the significance of remembering the fallen. “Honoring the fallen is one of the greatest commitments we hold as active service members,” said Glass. “To the families of the fallen, I know nothing I can say will assuage your loss. But please know that we think of you. We honor their names. We hold this F-100 in honor because of you.”
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    21 mins
  • The Barnes Flyover - Ep. 11 - Sara Landaverde and the YWCA

    The Barnes Flyover - Ep. 11 - Sara Landaverde and the YWCA
    Apr 10 2026
    In the eleventh episode of the Barnes Flyover, hosts Melanie Casineau and Jay Hewitt from the 104th Fighter Wing Public Affairs team recap base and community events from March, highlight upcoming events, and sit down with Sara Landaverde from the YWCA to discuss how the resources they can provide for victims of sexual abuse, domestic violence, and more. Links to all relevant stories and photos can be found at the 104FW DVIDS page here - https://www.dvidshub.n... Follow the wing on social media to stay up-to-date with the latest information. facebook.com/104FW @104fw Copyright (c) 104th Fighter Wing Massachusetts Air National Guard. All rights reserved. This funded Air Force podcast is an authorized publication for members of the U.S military services. Contents of the Barnes Flyover are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S Government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air Force, or the Air National Guard.
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    49 mins
  • 104th Fighter Wing hockey team competes in Battle of the Bases with rival 103rd Airlift Wing

    104th Fighter Wing hockey team competes in Battle of the Bases with rival 103rd Airlift Wing
    Mar 10 2026
    The 104th Fighter Wing Barnestormer hockey team faced off in their fourth "Battle of the Bases" hockey match against the 103rd Airlift Wing's Flying Yankees, February 28, 2026, at MassMutual Center, Springfield, Mass. This hockey season marks the 50th anniversary since the creation of the team in 1976.
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    2 mins
  • The Barnes Flyover - Ep. 9 - Barnstormer Hockey

    The Barnes Flyover - Ep. 9 - Barnstormer Hockey
    Feb 5 2026
    In the ninth episode of the Barnes Flyover, hosts Melanie Casineau and Jay Hewitt from the 104th Fighter Wing Public Affairs team recap base and community events from January, highlight upcoming events, and sit down with 104th Fighter Wing members TSgt Jason Gilette and TSgt Brett Pitoniak to discuss the Barnestormers hockey team and upcoming games. Links to all relevant stories and photos can be found at the 104FW DVIDS page here - https://www.dvidshub.net/unit/104FW Follow the wing on social media to stay up-to-date with the latest information. facebook.com/104FW @104fw Copyright (c) 104th Fighter Wing Massachusetts Air National Guard. All rights reserved. This funded Air Force podcast is an authorized publication for members of the U.S military services. Contents of the Barnes Flyover are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S Government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air Force, or the Air National Guard.
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    39 mins
  • From ice to skies: Former Bruin hockey player takes to the skies with the 104th Fighter Wing

    From ice to skies: Former Bruin hockey player takes to the skies with the 104th Fighter Wing
    Nov 19 2025
    Former Boston Bruin Kevan Miller receives a civic-leader flight in an F-15D at the 104th Fighter Wing, Barnes Air National Guard Base, Westfield, MA, July 2025.
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    1 min
  • A tearful farewell to the Eagle

    A tearful farewell to the Eagle
    Nov 13 2025
    For 18 years, the skies over Westfield echoed with the roar of the F-15 Eagle, a sound that became part of the community’s rhythm. This video shows the tearful farewell to the last Eagles departing from the 104th Fighter Wing, Barnes Air National Guard Base, Westfield, MA.
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    7 mins