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June 27, 2025
Hurricane Hunters brief lawmakers on life-saving mission

With hurricane season underway and forecasts predicting an above-normal Atlantic season, the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, known as the “Hurricane Hunters,” took to Capitol Hill Tuesday to deliver a critical message to congressional staff members: their mission saves lives, property and
May 15, 2025
Hurricane Hunters highlight life-saving mission during Media Day

The 403rd Wing hosted nine civilian media outlets during Media Day at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 6, as part of Hurricane Preparedness Week May 4-10.
May 13, 2025
403rd Wing hosts first Battle Forged Run

The 403rd Wing conducted its first Battle Forged Run May 3–4.
May 13, 2025
Aerial porters honor the fallen at Port Dawg Memorial Run

The 41st Aerial Port Squadron participated in the 12th Annual Port Dawg Memorial Run on the Biloxi Bay Bridge May 3.
Jan. 6, 2025
944th FW joins forces for life-saving mission after Hawaii fireworks explosion

The mission to safely transport these patients exemplified a seamless joint effort between the Air Force Reserve’s 944th Fighter Wing, the active duty Air Force’s 56th Fighter Wing, the Phoenix Fire Department, and civilian medical professionals.
Oct. 30, 2024
United in Fitness: 944th MDS Models Culture of Cohesion, Readiness

The 944th Medical Squadron celebrated a milestone of excellence on Oct. 20, 2024, gathering at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., to recognize 14 consecutive months without a single physical fitness test failure.This achievement, a testament to the squadron’s commitment to readiness, reflects not only
Oct. 25, 2024
Airmen, Soldiers team up: Strengthen Joint Interoperability with UH-60 Training

Reserve Citizen Airmen of the 944th Fighter Wing joined forces with the Arizona Army National Guard on October 19, 2024, at Phoenix Goodyear Airport for UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter training, a crucial step toward preparing for next month’s Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 in southern Arizona.
Oct. 21, 2024
Hellion Reborn: Restored F-16 Display Honors 944th FW Legacy, Future

In front of the 944th Fighter Wing headquarters stands a newly refurbished, nearly quarter scale F-16 static display—a testament to the dedication and craftsmanship of the current members of the wing and the legacy of those who have served before. The team responsible unveiled the fruits of their
July 30, 2024
Wing AIMs to inspire youth, assist recruiting

The 403rd Wing is now an Aviation Inspiration and Mentorship Wing and hosted their first event for more than 80 Louisiana Civil Air Patrol cadets July 29-30. AIM is an Air Force outreach program that supports community engagement with a mission to inform, influence and inspire the next generation of
June 10, 2024
Addressing the old note

The 910th AW maintains the Department of Defense’s only large area, fixed-wing aerial spray capability to eliminate disease-carrying insects and pest insects. From May 28 – June 7, 2024, Reserve Citizen Airmen from Youngstown ARS and a 910th AW aerial spray modified C-130H Hercules aircraft equipped