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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

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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Maj. Gen. Von Hoffman visits Group Commanders at the Alamo Wing

Senior Airman Ashley Burrell, a 433rd Operations Group administration technician, 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. Burrell briefed Hoffman as part of the general’s visit to the 433rd Airlift Wing to discuss readiness and training. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Julian Hernandez)
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Maj. Gen. Von Hoffman visits Group Commanders at the Alamo Wing

Maj. Gen. C. McCauley von Hoffman, Deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, poses for a photo with Master Sgt. Alma Ducharme, 433rd Medical Squadron senior enlisted leader, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov. 19, 2024. Hoffman visited the 433rd Airlift Wing to visit with various groups to discuss readiness and training. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Julian Hernandez)
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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Buer, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, MV-22 Tiltrotor Crew Chief, rides aboard an MV-22 Osprey, Nov. 13, 2024, at Luke Air Force, Arizona. The tiltrotor aircraft is capable of vertical take-off and landing, allowing it to transport up to 24 combat-equipped service members. With the speed and range of a turboprop airplane and the maneuverability of a helicopter, it is ideally suited for rapid troop deployments, amphibious assaults, and combat support missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)
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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Buer, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, MV-22 Tiltrotor Crew Chief, conducts routine post-flight inspections following a landing, Nov. 13, 2024, at Luke Air Force, Arizona. In his role as a crew chief, Buer is responsible for performing pre-flight and post-flight checks, overseeing the loading of cargo and passengers, and identifying and reporting any maintenance issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)
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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing set up tents, Nov. 13, 2024, at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Arizona. Building tents is a critical skill for deployments, enabling Airmen to quickly establish safe, functional shelters in rigorous settings with limited resources. This skill promotes self-sufficiency and teamwork, both important for sustaining operations and ensuring mission success in remote locations or combat zones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)
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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

A U.S. Army Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk lands at a designated spot, Nov. 14, 2024, at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Arizona. The Black Hawk is capable of transporting troops and equipment to and from challenging locations, with a capacity to carry up to 11 fully equipped service members or 20 lightly equipped passengers. Its speed and agility make it ideal for inserting and extracting troops in hostile environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)
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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing stand by as U.S. Army Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawks prepare for flight, Nov. 14, 2024, at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Arizona. The Black Hawks offer reliable, rapid transportation for Airmen and equipment to and from high-risk environments. Familiarity with these aircraft enhances Airmen’s understanding of mobility operations, ensuring they can respond swiftly and efficiently during deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)
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Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J aircraft conducts airdrops of equipment, Nov. 14, 2024, at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Arizona. While Airmen were honing their skills in the field with explosive ordnance disposal and Tactical Combat Casualty Care rotations, Marine airdrops took place simultaneously in the same area. These aircraft provide a vital platform for delivering supplies, equipment, and personnel to remote or combat zones where traditional transport methods are not feasible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)
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