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July 25, 2025
920th Rescue Wing holds assumption of command ceremony

Col. John Bissell took command of the 920th Rescue Wing during an assumption of command ceremony here July 25.The assumption of command is a military tradition that formally signifies the transfer of responsibility and authority from one commanding officer to another, symbolized through the passing
May 15, 2025
943d RQG Airmen sharpen marksmanship during M4 carbine qualification course

Airmen from the 943rd Rescue Group participated in an M4 carbine rifle qualification course at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, May 3, 2025.To obtain the qualification, Airmen were required to demonstrate proficiency and accuracy using both iron and red dot sights from multiple firing
April 22, 2025
ISO dock keeps rescue aircraft in check

920th Maintenance Squadron Airmen conducted a letter B isochronal inspection for a 39th Rescue Squadron HC-130J Combat King II aircraft at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, April 6, 2025.Isochronal inspections are increasingly in-depth throughout the three-letter cycle and allow maintainers from
Sept. 18, 2024
920th Security Forces Squadron holds change of command ceremony

Maj. Joseph Cortez took command of the 920th Security Forces Squadron during a change of command ceremony here Sep. 7, 2024.The change of command ceremony is a military tradition that formally signifies the transfer of responsibility and authority from one commanding officer to another; symbolized
Sept. 12, 2024
Innovative training lab enhances CCATT readiness for combat rescue medicine

Continuous training and integration with rescue units ensure that Airmen across the squadron are well-prepared for various scenarios, enhancing the overall medical readiness and effectiveness.
Aug. 28, 2024
Combat Rescue Engine Specialist conduct propeller installation

Combat rescue Engine Specialist Airmen assigned to the 720th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron installed a propeller on an HC-130J Combat King II aircraft at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, July 13, 2024.During installation, specialists carefully inspect the propeller and mounting hardware before
Aug. 19, 2024
39th Rescue Squadron conducts Fixed Wing Air-to-Air Refueling training mission

39th Rescue Squadron combat rescue Airmen conducted a fixed wing air-to-air refueling mission with Marine F/A-18D Hornets off the coast of Florida, Aug. 3, 2024.FWAAR is the process of refueling one fixed-wing aircraft from another during flight, providing a critical capability to extend the range
Aug. 15, 2024
Wing announces its outstanding Airmen for second quarter of 2024

The 920th Rescue Wing announced the outstanding Airmen of the Second Quarter for 2024.The Winners are:Airman – Airman First Class Kayla Garcia, 920th Force Support SquadronNoncommissioned Officer – Tech. Sgt. Ryan Clemons, 920th Aircraft Maintenance SquadronSenior Noncommissioned Officer – Master
June 30, 2023
Multiple deployments test 943d Mission Support Flight’s adaptability, resilience

In support of worldwide Air Force and DoD operations, roughly one-third of the 943d Mission Support Flight’s forces have been deployed during the last two years with missions ranging from combat operations abroad to facilitating Afghanistan evacuees stateside.
June 23, 2023
304th Rescue Squadron Airman provides lifesaving care to injured motorists

Technical Sgt. Margo Testa, 304th Rescue Squadron medical element noncommissioned officer in charge, applied military training and medical expertise to render lifesaving care to two severely injured motorcyclists May 14.Testa is the only NCOIC for the 304th RQS SME and the sole medical readiness and