Story by Michelle Gigante | 919th Special Operations Wing | 04.14.2023
It is not everyday Citizen Air Commandos get the opportunity to meet their congressman and highlight the unique skills and training they bring to the joint fighting force. Last week, Rep. Matt Gaetz, from Florida’s First District, visited the 919th Special Operations Wing to see firsthand the wide range of mission sets and capabilities Airman here provide to the warfighter, whenever,......
Story by Michelle Gigante | 919th Special Operations Wing | 01.05.2022
As he peered around the corner at what he suspected to be an improvised explosive device, a drip of sweat grazed across Simon Ward’s forehead. He knew his role was to identify, render safe, and dispose of the threat....
Story by Michelle Gigante | 919th Special Operations Wing | 09.11.2021
Citizen Air Commandos of the 919th Special Operations Wing are trained to be ready and resilient to execute global special operations “Anytime...Anyplace.” The mobilization of Reservists at Duke Field following the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on America exemplifies the responsibility 919th SOW members have and why they train to maintain their readiness every day....
Story by Senior Airman Dylan Gentile | 919th Special Operations Wing | 06.29.2021
Combat Aviation Advisors from the 711th Special Operations Squadron recently gathered to discuss aviation capabilities with members from partner-nations as part of the Building Partner Aviation Capacity Seminar also known as BPACS....
Story by Nicole King | 919th Special Operations Wing | 04.14.2021
The 919th Special Operations Medical Squadron commander recognized five Citizen Air Commandos during the April unit training assembly for winning five Air Force Reserve Command 2020 Medical Service Awards....
Story by Nicole King | 919th Special Operations Wing | 04.09.2021
The 919th Special Operations Wing recently appointed a new Key Spouse Mentor to help grow the existing Key Spouse Program and enhance resiliency support efforts for Citizen Air Commandos and their families....
Story by Devon Julien | 919th Special Operations Wing | 03.17.2021
Ann Avant was unsure what to do after graduating high school and one day took a trip with her dad to visit the newly established 919th Tactical Airlift Group at Duke Field. Before the trip was over, Avant had enlisted in the United States Air Force. Little did she know that she had just made history by becoming the first non-prior service enlisted female in 919th Special Operations Wing....
Story by Senior Airman Dylan Gentile | 919th Special Operations Wing | 02.26.2021
The U.S. Air Force is making changes to ensure a more inclusive environment for all Airmen. Two 919th Special Operations Wing Airmen share their stories....
