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 5-day-long, multi-location Combat Readiness Inspection, which was performed by Air Combat Command, designed to hone and assess the ability of the Wing to perform sustained 24-hour operations during a simulated deployment. The exercise was conducted between Springfield Beckley Air National Guard Base and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Warrior Training Center, Ohio, from July 12-17, 2025.
