The 445th Aeromedical Staging Squadron, in coordination with the 944th Aeromedical Staging Squadron from Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, conducted a large-scale joint medical exercise June 7, 2025, at the 178th Ohio Air National Guard Base in Springfield, Ohio. The training simulated post-invasion medical operations in a contested environment, enhancing readiness for real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Colin Simpson)
The 178th Wing recently completed a multi-day Combat Readiness Inspection (CRI) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base’s Warrior Training Center, testing its ability to operate in a contested, degraded environment. The exercise, run by the Inspector General, simulated real-world threats such as mass casualties, IEDs, hazardous materials, and communication breakdowns, pushing every squadron and Airman to perform beyond their usual duties as...
