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Feb. 23, 2023
BLUE FLAG exercise prepares Pacific Air Forces for pacing challenge

Airmen from the 505th Combat Training Squadron, Hurlburt Field, Florida, executed exercise BLUE FLAG, which tested Pacific Air Forces' ability to prevail in conflict against a strategic competitor as well as the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command air component's ability to ensure command, control,
Aug. 17, 2022
Air Force experiments to expedite kill chain, improve battle management

The 705th Combat Training Squadron recently hosted the second virtual Tactical Operations Center – Light experiment iteration in their Distributed Mission Operations Center, or DMOC, at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico.
Aug. 2, 2022
MQ-9 showcases capabilities to Joint Force during first-time Valiant Shield participation

The 556th Test and Evaluation Squadron recently validated the MQ-9 Reaper’s agility and proved mission relevance to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Joint Force through their participation in the Valiant Shield exercise.
July 7, 2022
Korean War Veteran, former 9th Air Force commander shares his experiences to empower Airmen

The 75th Anniversary of the United States Air Force is an occasion for reflection. One Airman who played a critical role in the Air Force’s rich history is Lt. Gen. (ret.) James D. Hughes, a former Commander-in-Chief of Pacific Air Forces, 9th Air Force at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, and
June 8, 2022
DMOC brings next generation C2 to life

The 705th Combat Training Squadron recently executed a virtual Tactical Operations Center – Light experiment in their Distributed Mission Operations Center at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The experiment was designed to provide an initial assessment of the functions and manning required to
Sept. 2, 2021
KC-135 Stratotanker: A gas station in the skies

During Red Flag Alaska 21-3, 1st Fighter Wing F-22 Raptors, from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, complete multiple sorties, practice tactical maneuvers, and multi-squadron simulated combat objectives. Spending numerous hours in the air at a time requires a hefty load of fuel to keep them airborne.