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Desert Hammer ignites Airmen readiness
U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay
In a joint-force effort, Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing joined the 944th FW in Exercise Desert Hammer, Nov. 13-14, 2024, at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Arizona. The exercise aimed to replicate a deployment in austere environments, preparing Airmen for obstacles and scenarios
they may encounter in a real-world environment. U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Buer, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163, Marine Aircraft Group 16,
3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, MV-22 Tiltrotor Crew Chief, rides aboard an MV-22 Osprey, Nov. 13, 2024, at Luke Air Force, Arizona. The tiltrotor aircraft is capable of vertical take-off and landing, allowing it to transport up to 24 combat-equipped service members.
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Luke AFB recognizes chief master sgt. selects
U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mason Hargrove
U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Cristoforo Ceroni (right), 607th Air Control Squadron operations superintendent, and Senior Master Sgt. Brian Williams (left), 56th Security Forces Squadron superintendent, pose for a photo with their chief master sergeant promotion plaques, Nov. 5, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The two senior master sergeant’s promotion to chief master sergeant marks a significant milestone in their Air Force career. All chief master sergeants are expected to serve as mentors for non-commissioned officers and junior enlisted members, and to serve as advisers to unit commanders and senior officers.
NASCAR salutes military on the track
U.S. Air Force photo by SrA Elias Carrero
Each year, NASCAR honors military service members by dedicating its championship race weekend to veterans. The “Salute to Service” weekend features events that recognize both current and former service members for their contributions to the nation’s defense and the sacrifices made by them and their families. U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Alexander Klein, 56th Security Forces Squadron unit trainer, speaks with a NASCAR enthusiast at a military vehicle display during the NASCAR Championship pre-race events Nov. 10, 2024, at Phoenix Raceway in Avondale, Arizona. Interactive displays engage the public by allowing them to explore military service through hands-on experiences and tools.
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