Dec. 2, 2024 Hurricane Hunters wrap up active 2024 season The 2024 Atlantic and Pacific hurricane seasons ended Nov. 30, marking the end of another active season for the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi.
Sept. 27, 2024 Hurricane Hunters fly Helene, collect data for NHC forecasts The Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter aircrews flew nine weather reconnaissance missions into Hurricane Helene Sept. 23-26, collecting data to for National Hurricane Center forecasts.
Aug. 9, 2024 Reserve Citizen Airmen participate in Equal Opportunity training Everyone deserves equal opportunities, which is why the Air Force Reserve Command hosted their annual Equal Opportunity Refresher Training Aug. 4-9 at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi.
July 12, 2024 Creating a competition-focused force: AFRC 2024 Enlisted Symposium Over the course of two days, enlisted Citizen Airmen from across Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) gathered for the 2024 AFRC Enlisted Symposium, creating a Great Power Competition-focused force.Hosted by Chief Master Sgt. Israel Nunez, command chief master sergeant, Air Force Reserve Command, the
May 21, 2024 Additional VHF antenna enhances communication to improve forecasts Hurricane season starts June 1 and the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron’s role in collecting weather data is key for forecasts. To enhance their communication capabilities, the United States Air Force Reserve completed the successful temporary installation and test of a third Very High
May 10, 2024 Financial Management professionals host symposium focused on transformation Air Force Reserve Command Financial Management specialists hosted a virtual summit May 7-9, 2024 to discuss current challenges and new strategies for aligning to meet priorities of the Great Power Competition.The flexibility and willingness to adapt as the command adjusts to meet an evolving
April 21, 2024 Caribbean outreach mission promotes hurricane preparedness Hurricane season starts June 1 and to help communities prepare, the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters and a team of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasters visited four Caribbean locations April 16-20 as part of the annual Caribbean Hurricane Awareness Tour.
March 13, 2024 Sharpening SOUTHERN EDGE: 343rd Bomb Squadron leads innovative TFI effort SOUTHERN EDGE 24, and Air Force Reserve-led exercise, provided realistic training to enhance coordination between B-52 Stratofortress aircrews and special forces troops from the United States, the Netherlands, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
March 12, 2024 Reservists Refueling over the High North for Nordic Response 24 A Norwegian F-35 Lightning II, prepares to receive fuel from a 914th Air Refueling Wing KC-135 Stratotanker over the High North during Nordic Response 24, March 8, 2024. The 914th ARW will provide aerial refueling support to U.S., Ally, and partner nation aircraft participating in the
March 4, 2024 Maintainers foster "Warrior Ethos" by revisiting history In 2022, the chief of Air Force Reserve and commander of Air Force Reserve Command, Lt. Gen. John Healy released Task Order 2022, which prioritized readiness and transformation. He charged commanders to cultivate unit cohesiveness and a combat mentality and develop Airmen with a warrior ethos