Photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo | 20th Fighter Wing | 03.07.2023
A coin awarded to the U.S. Air Force Operations Support Squadron weather flight awarded for being the team of the quarter in 2019 sits on display at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2023. The airfield weather operations flight collects weather data critical to the flight operations on base, ensuring the readiness and safety of flight crews and pilots on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo | 20th Fighter Wing | 03.07.2023
U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Hicok, 20th Fighter Wing vice commander, is briefed on the mission of the U.S. Air Force Operations Support Squadron airfield weather operations flight at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2023. Weather forecasters utilize the latest technology in meteorological observation to make accurate and real-time weather forecasts to better inform flight operations on base.......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo | 20th Fighter Wing | 03.07.2023
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Zachary Petroejle, 20th Operations Squadron weather forecaster (left), explains the mission capabilities of the tactical meteorological observation system (TMOS) to U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Hicok, 20th Fighter Wing vice commander (right), at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2023. The TMOS is designed to operate in remote locations and provide real-time updates on......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo | 20th Fighter Wing | 03.07.2023
U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Hicok, 20th Fighter Wing vice commander, familiarizes himself with equipment used by the U.S. Air Force 20th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) airfield weather operations flight to monitor and forecast weather conditions at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2023. The 20th OSS weather flight monitors and forecasts weather conditions to inform the wing of potential......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo | 20th Fighter Wing | 03.07.2023
U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Hicok, 20th Fighter Wing vice commander, and U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Zachary Petroejle, 20th Operations Squadron weather forecaster, discuss the mission capabilities of a tactical meteorological observing system (TMOS) at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2023. The TMOS is a portable, automated weather station designed to make accurate weather observations at......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo | 20th Fighter Wing | 03.07.2023
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Joshua Riggleman, 20th Operations Support Squadron airfield weather operations non-commissioned officer in charge, showcases meteorological observation equipment to wing leadership at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2023. The weather operations team provides flight crews with up-to-date forecasts to ensure pilots’ awareness of potential weather hazards that may......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo | 20th Fighter Wing | 03.07.2023
U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Hicok, 20th Fighter Wing vice commander, visits the 20th Operations Support Squadron weather flight at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2023. The airfield weather operations flight integrates with the fighter squadrons to provide accurate weather information critical to executing missions safely and effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)...
Photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo | 20th Fighter Wing | 03.07.2023
A tactical meteorological observing system (TMOS) demonstrates its ability to collect weather information portably at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2023. The TMOS is designed to be deployed anywhere to make meteorological observations ensuring flight crews can formulate the most effective flight paths and provide airpower anytime, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class......
