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Cal Guard Air Wings Demonstrate Interoperability, Deterrence
September 19, 2023
California Air National Guard civil engineers build tents on San Clemente Island to prepare for the Grizzly Flag exercise Sept. 6-12, 2023. The six-day exercise among the five California Air National Guard Wings demonstrated Agile Combat Employment in a hub and spoke configuration.
Hawaii Airman to serve as Bilateral Affairs Officer in the Philippines
September 18, 2023
.S. Air Force Maj. Stephen Brightman, Bilateral Affairs Officer, conducts an engagement during exercise Cope Thunder 23-2, Clark Air Base, Philippines Jul 7, 2023.
Washington, Oregon, Airmen Visit School During Enduring Partners
September 18, 2023
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Gent Welsh, Washington Air National Guard Commander, and Royal Thai Air Force Group Captain Nat Kamintra, exercise director, serve lunch to children at Nong Phluang Yai primary school in Korat, Royal Kingdom of Thailand, September 13, 2023. This community outreach partnership was a core part of the Enduring Partners 2023 exercise between the Kingdom of Thailand, the Washington and Oregon Air National Guard. The school visit gave a chance to connect U.S. military, Royal Thai military and the community of Korat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Michael L. Brown)
In Colombia, Hokanson Highlights Security Cooperation Partnerships
September 17, 2023
Multinational senior leader participants in the South American Defense Conference 2023 (SOUTHDEC 23) in Cartagena, Colombia, Aug. 23, 2023.
4 Air National Guard Locations Chosen for C-130J Upgrades
September 15, 2023
A new C-130J Super Hercules aircraft arrives at the Kentucky Air National Guard Base in Louisville, Ky., Nov. 6, 2021, ushering in a new era of aviation for the 123rd Airlift Wing. The state-of-the-art transports are among eight the wing will receive over the next 11 months to replace eight aging C-130H aircraft, which were built in 1992 and have seen duty all over the world.
NY Governor Visits Guardsmen Preparing for Hurricane Fallout
September 15, 2023
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul greets New York National Guard Soldiers and Airmen at the Farmingdale Armed Forces Reserve Center in Farmingdale Sept. 14, 2023. Hochul deployed 50 troops and vehicles in case Hurricane Lee turned toward Long Island.
Kentucky Air Guard Training Fosters Multicapable Airmen
September 15, 2023
Airmen from the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Civil Engineer Squadron use defensive fighting positions during a training exercise in Shepherdsville, Ky., June 2, 2023. The purpose of the training was to promote multicapable Airmen by training them on skills outside their primary jobs.
Oregon, Washington Guard and Thailand Train Together
September 14, 2023
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Gent Welsh, Washington Air National Guard commander, and Royal Thai Air Force Group Captain Nat Kamintra, exercise director, shake hands after formally opening Enduring Partners 2023 at Korat Air Base, Kingdom of Thailand, Sept. 11, 2023. The Kingdom of Thailand and the Washington and Oregon Air National Guard will practice aerial refueling and fighter tactics during the exercise.
Texas National Guard, Chile Partner for Cyber Training
September 14, 2023
The Texas National Guard and Chilean Army members met Aug. 28-30, 2023, for a joint cybersecurity exercise in Santiago, Chile, as part of the State Partnership Program. The partners exchanged ideas, trained to defend against cyber threats, and discussed the importance of the growing a cyber defense program in the military.
130th Airlift Wing Conducts Readiness Exercise Validation
September 14, 2023
Members of the 130th Airlift Wing execute a Limited FLUSH plan as a part of a Fly Away Readiness Exercise Validation at Gulfport Combat Readiness Training Center, Miss., Sept. 9, 2023.