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A Reserve Citizen Airman from the 624th Civil Engineering Squadron gives critical instructions while directing teammates during a live firefighting exercise in Kahului, Maui, Sept. 8, 2024.

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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

Arizona Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters are staged at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 16, 2024. Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 emphasizes the U.S. Air Force Reserve’s commitment to readiness by integrating Agile Combat Support and Large Force Exercise capabilities in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

U.S. Marine Corps pilots refuel their MV-22 Osprey from an Air Force HC-130 Combat King II aircraft during the Desert Hammer 25-1 exercise over Barry M. Goldwater Range East in southern Arizona, Nov. 15, 2024. Desert Hammer was a large-force joint exercise which included a number of scenarios such as specialized refueling operations and casualty evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Devlin Bishop)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

Two 944th Fighter Wing U.S. Air Force Reserve Citizen Airmen dawn their Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) gear and walk together after completing a patrol during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Auxiliary Field 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 15, 2024. This large-scale exercise showcases the adaptability of Mission Ready Airmen, advancing the skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving challenges of global competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

944th Fighter Wing Reserve Citizen Airmen gather and prepare for the day’s training activities during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Set against the unmatched backdrop of the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Desert Hammer leverages Arizona’s strategic geography to provide realistic combat training for U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

The sun rises over the 944th Fighter Wing basecamp during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Set against the unmatched backdrop of the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Desert Hammer leverages Arizona’s strategic geography to provide realistic combat training for U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules maneuvers during a training operation as part of Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024, following a precision air drop. This large-scale exercise showcases the adaptability of Mission Ready Airmen, advancing the skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving challenges of global competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

U.S. Air Force Airmen approach a cargo bundle safely descending from a U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules during an Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 training mission at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Exercise Desert Hammer tests the operational readiness of over 700 participants across the Air Force Reserve, Air Force Active Duty, Arizona Army National Guard, and U.S. Marine Corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

A cargo bundle safely descends from a U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules during an Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 training mission at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Exercise Desert Hammer tests the operational readiness of over 700 participants across the Air Force Reserve, Air Force Active Duty, Arizona Army National Guard, and U.S. Marine Corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

A UH-60 Black Hawk from the Arizona Army National Guard prepares for landing during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Set against the unmatched backdrop of the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Desert Hammer leverages Arizona’s strategic geography to provide realistic combat training for U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

Smoke rises from a simulated target after being engaged by an A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 924th Fighter Group of the 944th Fighter Wing during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Barry M. Goldwater Range East near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 emphasizes the U.S. Air Force Reserve’s commitment to readiness by integrating Agile Combat Support and Large Force Exercise capabilities in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

An A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 924th Fighter Group of the 944th Fighter Wing fires its 30mm GAU-8/A Avenger Gatling gun during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Barry M. Goldwater Range East near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Through joint and multinational collaboration, Desert Hammer tests the ability of over 700 participants and 131 aircraft to operate, defend, and sustain airbases under austere conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)
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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

One of the first chalks of 944th Fighter Wing Reserve Citizen Airmen arrives at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field in Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Chalks refers to group of service members and is a critical part of military transportation operations, allowing service members to be quickly and efficiently transported to their destination. They are used for combat operations, training exercises, and humanitarian missions. Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 emphasizes the U.S. Air Force Reserve’s commitment to readiness by integrating Agile Combat Support and Large Force Exercise capabilities in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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446th Airlift Wing Leadership visits ODF

Col. Joseph Vanoni, 446th Airlift Wing commander, flies a C-17 Globemaster III to Antarctica as part of a visit to Operation Deep Freeze on Nov. 18, 2024. Operation Deep Freeze assists the National Science Foundation in its effort to explore and research the continent. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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446th Airlift Wing Leadership visits ODF

Chief Master Sgt. James Bolling, 446th Airlift Wing command chief, and Col. Joseph Vanoni, 446th AW commander, stand by a C-17 Globemaster III in Antarctica as part of a visit to Operation Deep Freeze on Nov. 13, 2024. Operation Deep Freeze is part of the U.S. Air Force mission to support the National Science Foundation. (U.S. Air Force courtsey photo)
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Maj. Gen. Von Hoffman visits Group Commanders at the Alamo Wing

Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 433rd Airlift Wing and the 960th Cyberspace Wing pose for a group photo alongside Maj. Gen. C. McCauley von Hoffman, Deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov. 22, 2024. Hoffman visited the 433rd AW and 960th CW, speaking with representatives from various groups to discuss readiness and training. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis)
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Maj. Gen. Von Hoffman visits Group Commanders at the Alamo Wing

Senior Master Sgt. Catherine Falcon, 433rd Security Forces Squadron superintendent, accepts a commander’s coin from Maj. Gen. C. McCauley von Hoffman, Deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov. 19, 2024. Hoffman visited the 433rd Airlift Wing and spoke with representatives from various groups to discuss readiness and training. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis)
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Maj. Gen. Von Hoffman visits Group Commanders at the Alamo Wing

Senior Airman Erica Ortiz, a 433rd Maintenance Group production controller, briefs Maj. Gen. C. McCauley von Hoffman, Deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov. 19, 2024. Hoffman visited the 433rd Airlift Wing and spoke with representatives from various groups to discuss readiness and training. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis)
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Maj. Gen. Von Hoffman visits Group Commanders at the Alamo Wing

Senior Airman Ashley Burrell, right, 433rd Operations Group administration technician, briefs Maj. Gen. C. McCauley von Hoffman, Deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov. 19, 2024. Hoffman visited the 433rd Airlift Wing and spoke with representatives from various groups to discuss readiness and training. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis)
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Maj. Gen. Von Hoffman visits Group Commanders at the Alamo Wing

Senior Airman Erica Ortiz, a 433rd Maintenance Group production controller, briefs Maj. Gen. C. McCauley von Hoffman, Deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov. 19, 2024. Hoffman visited the 433rd Airlift Wing and spoke with representatives from various groups to discuss readiness and training. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis)
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Maj. Gen. Von Hoffman visits Group Commanders at the Alamo Wing

Senior Airman Erica Ortiz, a 433rd Maintenance Group production controller, accepts a commander’s coin from Maj. Gen. C. McCauley von Hoffman, Deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov. 19, 2024. Ortiz has been selected by a ‘Deserving Airmen Board’ to commission as an officer for the 433rd MXG. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Julian Hernandez)
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