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Growing Cyber threats prompt Philippine Army's 1st 16th AF visit

U.S. Air Force Col. Edward Rivera, 616th Operations Center, director of operations, welcomes Philippine Army Col. Windell Rebong, Command and Control Communications and Cyber Systems, deputy assistant, before an inaugural cyber subject-matter exchange at Kelly Field, Texas, July 18, 2024. Discussion topics included 16th Air Force and the Philippine Army mission, structure, threats, and interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Matthew McGovern)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Bruno Ruizcamacho, 79th Rescue Squadron loadmaster, forward deployed in the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, talks with HC-130J Combat King II aircraft aircrew in North Carolina, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. The HC-130J is the USAF's only fixed-wing dedicated personnel recovery platform and provides rapidly deployable combat search and rescue forces to theater commanders worldwide. It conducts helicopter air-to-air refueling and airdrop of pararescue personnel and/or equipment in support of combat or civilian personnel recovery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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Growing Cyber threats prompt Philippine Army's 1st 16th AF visit

U.S. Air Force Col. Edward Rivera (second from left), 616th Operations Center, director of operations, trades patches with Philippine Army Col. Windell Rebong, Command and Control Communications and Cyber Systems, deputy assistant, after a subject-matter expert exchange at Kelly Field, Texas, July 18, 2024. This marked the first time Philippine Army members visited 16th Air Force for a cyber-oriented subject-matter expert exchange. (U.S. Air Force photo by Matthew McGovern)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Bruno Ruizcamacho, 79th Rescue Squadron loadmaster, forward deployed in the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, prepares for a hot refuel in North Carolina, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. Crew members assisted search and rescue efforts and provided supporting assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 79th Rescue Generation Squadron, forward deployed in the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, push a generator for an HC-130J Combat King II aircraft at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. The HC-130J The HC-130J Combat King II aircraft’s mission is to provide aerial refueling capabilities to search and rescue HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jocelyn Lopez, 79th Rescue Squadron loadmaster, forward deployed in the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, left, checks in with Staff Sgt. Logan Dominguez 563rd Operations Support Squadron weapons and tactics loadmaster, right, at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. USNORTHCOM’s support of lead federal agencies in the aftermath of a natural disaster remains a core mission that directly bolsters our homeland defense enterprise, while delivering rapid relief to American citizens in times of great need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 79th Rescue Generation Squadron, forward deployed in the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, clear the flightline for an HC-130J Combat King II aircraft at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. The HC-130J is the only dedicated fixed-wing personnel recovery platform in the Air Force inventory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 79th Rescue Generation Squadron, forward deployed in the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, prepares an HC-130J Combat King II aircraft for flight at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. Rescue assets from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona are tasked to conduct rescue and recovery operations for civilians impacted by Hurricane Helene. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jocelyn Lopez, 79th Rescue Squadron loadmaster, forward deployed in the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, preforms preflight servicing at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. The Department of Defense's collaborative, whole-of-government response efforts with interagency partners demonstrate the national capabilities and resilience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 79th Rescue Generation Squadron, forward deployed in the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, prepare an HC-130J Combat King II aircraft for flight at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. The HC-130J Combat King II aircraft’s mission is to provide aerial refueling capabilities to search and rescue HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

Two HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters assigned to the 55th Rescue Squadron, forward deployed in the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, launch for search and rescue operations from McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. U.S. Airmen operate on Title 10 orders to provide necessary support to civilian authorities during natural disasters when directed and approved by the Secretary of Defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

A U.S. Air Force rescue team assigned to the 55th Rescue Squadron and 48th Rescue Squadron, forward deployed as the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, launches for a mission from McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. The Department of Defense's collaborative, whole-of-government response efforts with interagency partners demonstrate national capabilities and resilience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves) (Note this photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out facial identification.)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

An HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopter assigned to the 55th Rescue Squadron, forward deployed as the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, prepares to land at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. Rescue assets from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona practiced rescue and recovery operations to serve residents impacted by Hurricane Helene. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

An HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopter, assigned to the 55th Rescue Squadron, forward deployed as the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, preps for takeoff at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. The 55th RQS conducts military operations that include civil search and rescue, disaster relief, international aid, emergency medical evacuation and counter-drug activities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 48th Rescue Squadron, forward deployed as the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, prepare for their first Hurricane Helene rescue tasking at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. Rescue assets launched two HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters to conduct search and rescue operations for residents impacted by Hurricane Helene. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 55th Rescue Generation Squadron, forward deployed as the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, conduct preflight checks at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. Davis-Monthan Air Force Base’s rescue assets were tasked with rescue and recovery operations for residents impacted by Hurricane Helene. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 48th Rescue Squadron, forward deployed as the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, pack supplies at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. USNORTHCOM’s support of lead federal agencies in the aftermath of a natural disaster remains a core mission that directly bolsters the homeland defense enterprise while delivering rapid relief to American citizens in times of great need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Eric Bailey, 55th Rescue Generation Squadron, forward deployed as the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, conducts preflight checks at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. The Department of Defense has unique capabilities, including an ability to deploy on short notice into austere environments, while providing resources that are not readily available in other federal agencies or the private sector. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 48th Rescue Squadron, forward deployed as the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, pack supplies at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. The task force employs by any means available to provide combat and humanitarian search, rescue and medical assistance in all environments, such as Hurricane Helene. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
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U.S. Air Force 563d Personnel Recovery Task Force rescues Helene survivors

U.S. pararescuemen assigned to the 48th Rescue Squadron, forward deployed as the 563rd Personnel Recovery Task Force, strategize before take off at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, Tennessee, Oct. 3, 2024, in support of the U.S. Northern Command and Air Forces Northern, Defense Support of Civil Authorities Disaster Relief mission. Davis-Monthan Air Force Base’s rescue assets received its first tasking for search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves) (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves) (Note this photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out facial identification.)
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