Photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado | 1st Special Operations Wing | 09.17.2025
Col. William Smith, 1st Special Operations Mission Support Group commander, briefs members of the Florida Defense Support Commission at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Sept. 17, 2025. The discussion highlighted the 1st Special Operations Wing’s mission, unique capabilities, and the challenges Air Commandos face while maintaining readiness for global operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado | 1st Special Operations Wing | 09.17.2025
An aircrew member assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing demonstrates the modular capabilities of an MC-130J Commando II to members of the Florida Defense Support Commission at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Sept. 17, 2025. The MC-130J design allows rapid configuration to support specialized missions, reflecting the wing’s adaptability in meeting global special operations requirements. (U.S.......
Photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado | 1st Special Operations Wing | 09.17.2025
Members of the Florida Defense Support Commission listen during a windshield tour at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Sept. 17, 2025. The tour provided the commissioners a broader view of the installation and its assets, reinforcing the 1st Special Operations Wing’s role in sustaining mission readiness and supporting Air Commandos and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)...
Photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado | 1st Special Operations Wing | 09.17.2025
Members of the Florida Defense Support Commission pose for a group photo with an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Sept. 17, 2025. The visit provided the commission a closer look at the 1st Special Operations Wing’s mission and the aircraft Air Commandos operate to support special operations worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)...
Photo by Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston | Minot Air Force Base | 09.12.2025
Naval War College professors and students learn about equipment that supports the 91st Missile Wing’s mission on a tour at Missile Alert Facility (MAF) Oscar-1, North Dakota, Sept. 12, 2025. The visit provided an opportunity for the Naval War College members to gain insight into the 91st Missile Wing’s mission while engaging with the Airmen who serve at the remote site. (U.S. Air Force......
Photo by Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston | Minot Air Force Base | 09.12.2025
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Dashler, 742d Missile Squadron facility manager, conducts a tour for Naval War College professors and students at Missile Alert Facility (MAF) Oscar-1, North Dakota, Sept. 12, 2025. The visit provided an opportunity for the Naval War College members to gain insight into the 91st Missile Wing’s mission while engaging with the Airmen who serve at the remote......
Photo by Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston | Minot Air Force Base | 09.11.2025
Naval War College professors and students explore Dock 7 during a B-52H Stratofortress static tour at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Sept. 11, 2025. The visit provided an opportunity for the Naval War College members to learn about the 5th Bomb Wing’s mission and engage with personnel serving at the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston)...
Photo by Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston | Minot Air Force Base | 09.11.2025
Naval War College professors and students explore Dock 7 during a B-52H Stratofortress static tour at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Sept. 11, 2025. The visit provided an opportunity for the Naval War College members to learn about the 5th Bomb Wing’s mission and engage with personnel serving at the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston)...
