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Weapons currency and proficiency training

Tech. Sgt. Raymond Franz, 301st Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, preflights a GAU-18A .50 caliber machine gun on an HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter before conducting post deployment weapons currency and proficiency training at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, May 23, 2023. The 301st RQS operates HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopters that execute the wing's combat search and rescue mission; to plan, lead, and conduct military rescue operations and missions to deny competitors and adversaries exploitation of isolated personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Weapons currency and proficiency training

Chief Master Sgt. Randy Wells, 301st Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, loads ammunition into a GAU-2C 7.62 caliber mini gun on an HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter before conducting post deployment weapons currency and proficiency training at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, May 23, 2023. The 301st RQS operates HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopters that execute the wing's combat search and rescue mission; to plan, lead, and conduct military rescue operations and missions to deny competitors and adversaries exploitation of isolated personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Weapons currency and proficiency training

Chief Master Sgt. Randy Wells, 301st Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, performs a mechanical check for a GAU-2C 7.62 caliber mini gun on an HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter before conducting post deployment weapons currency and proficiency training at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, May 23, 2023. The 301st RQS operates HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopters that execute the wing's combat search and rescue mission; to plan, lead, and conduct military rescue operations and missions to deny competitors and adversaries exploitation of isolated personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Rescue maintainers conduct inspection

Senior Airman Jordan Mora, 307th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance mechanic, installs HI-LOK fasteners into the nose landing gear bracket of an HC-130J Combat King II Aircraft during a letter c maintenance inspection check at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, May 5, 2023. Routine letter checks are conducted to ensure these aircraft are reliable and operational. These routine inspections are broken down in categories A, B, C, and D. Each letter check is conducted 270 days apart with an A check in-between each new letter grade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Rescue maintainers conduct inspection

Senior Airman Jordan Mora, 307th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance mechanic, installs HI-LOK fasteners into the nose landing gear bracket of an HC-130J Combat King II Aircraft during a letter c maintenance inspection check at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, May 5, 2023. Routine letter checks are conducted to ensure these aircraft are reliable and operational. These routine inspections are broken down in categories A, B, C, and D. Each letter check is conducted 270 days apart with an A check in-between each new letter grade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Rescue maintainers conduct inspection

Airman Chris Lloyd, 920th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance structural engineer, primes and paints the wheel assemblies of an HC-130J Combat King II Aircraft during a letter c maintenance inspection check at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, May 5, 2023. Routine letter checks are conducted to ensure these aircraft are reliable and operational. These routine inspections are broken down in categories A, B, C, and D. Each letter check is conducted 270 days apart with an A check in-between each new letter grade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Chief Recognition Ceremony

Retired U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. John Fitzgerald, speaks during the Chief Recognition Ceremony at the Tides Collocated Club, May 6, 2023. Prior to retirement, Fitzgerald had been assigned to Patrick Air Force Base as the Superintendent of the 45th Space Wing Command Section, Plans and Division, and the 45th Mission Support Squadron’s Military Personnel Flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Chief Recognition Ceremony

Chief Master Sgt. George Taylor, 920th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron senior enlisted leader, raises a glass for a toast during the Chief Recognition Ceremony at the Tides Collocated Club, May 6, 2023. A toast is a gesture of honor proposed to a person or organization prior to, during, or at the conclusion of a meal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Chief Recognition Ceremony

The Space Launch Delta 45 Honor Guard presents the American flag during the national anthem at The Tides Collocated Club in Cocoa Beach, Florida, May 6, 2023. Formally recognizing the promotion to the highest enlisted rank is a tradition that dates back 30 years, highlighting the significance and added responsibilities associated with being one of the top one percent of the enlisted Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Chief Recognition Ceremony

Airmen raise their swords as Chief Master Sgt. Robert Kruzen, 39th Rescue Squadron loadmaster, and his wife, Gwen, make their entrance during the Chief Recognition Ceremony May 6, 2023. Each senior noncommissioned officer walked underneath the sword detail to be recognized for their accomplishment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Chief Recognition Ceremony

Chief Master Sgt. Robert Kruzen, 39th Rescue Squadron loadmaster, receives a chief medallion during a Medallion Ceremony at the Tides Collocated Club, May 6, 2023. The Medallion Ceremony is a private event for the member and their families, signifying the achievement of the enlisted leader and outlining their new expectations, roles and responsibilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Chief Recognition Ceremony

Chief Master Sgt. Timothy Hendrickson, 920th Maintenance Squadron armament flight chief, receives a chief medallion during a Medallion Ceremony at the Tides Collocated Club, May 6, 2023. The Medallion Ceremony is a private event for the member and their families, signifying the achievement of the enlisted leader and outlining their new expectations, roles and responsibilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Chief Recognition Ceremony

Chief Recognition Ceremony participants pose for a group photo at the Tides Collocated Club, May 6, 2023. Formally recognizing the promotion to the highest enlisted rank is a tradition that dates back 30 years, highlighting the significance and added responsibilities associated with being one of the top one percent of the enlisted Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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Chief Recognition Ceremony

Retired U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. John Fitzgerald, lights a candle during the Chief Recognition Ceremony at the Tides Collocated Club, May 6, 2023. Prior to retirement, Fitzgerald had been assigned to Patrick Air Force Base as the Superintendent of the 45th Space Wing Command Section, Plans and Division, and the 45th Mission Support Squadron’s Military Personnel Flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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A look back at the Air Force’s evolving physical fitness standards

Historical image of a service member using exercise equipment to maintain physical fitness standards. (Courtesy photo)
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A look back at the Air Force’s evolving physical fitness standards

Historical image of a service member using exercise equipment to maintain physical fitness standards. (Courtesy photo)
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HC-130J Combat King II letter check

Airmen Alex Rodriguez and Brandon Hamdan, 920th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron rescue maintenance specialists, inspect the inside of a dry bay on an HC-130J Combat King II Aircraft during a letter C maintenance inspection check at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, April 26, 2023. To keep the HC-130J Combat King II operational, letter checks are conducted. These checks are routine inspections which are broken down in categories A, B, C, and D. Each letter check is conducted 270 days apart with an A check in-between each new letter grade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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HC-130J Combat King II letter check

Airmen Alex Rodriguez and Brandon Hamdan, 920th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron rescue maintenance specialists, re-torque the main landing gear of an HC-130J Combat King II aircraft during a letter C check at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, April 26, 2023. Routine letter checks are conducted to ensure these aircraft are reliable and operational. These routine inspections are broken down in categories A, B, C, and D. Each letter check is conducted 270 days apart with an A check in-between each new letter grade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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HC-130J Combat King II letter check

Airman Alex Rodriguez, 920th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron rescue maintenance specialist, installs a dry bay panel on a HC-130J Combat King II aircraft during a letter C check at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, April 26, 2023. Routine letter checks are conducted to ensure these aircraft are reliable and operational. These routine inspections are broken down in categories A, B, C, and D. Each letter check is conducted 270 days apart with an A check in-between each new letter grade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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HC-130J Combat King II letter check

Airman Brandon Hamdan, 920th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron rescue maintenance specialist, re-torques the main landing gear of an HC-130J Combat King II aircraft during a letter C check at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, April 26, 2023. Routine letter checks are conducted to ensure these aircraft are reliable and operational. These routine inspections are broken down in categories A, B, C, and D. Each letter check is conducted 270 days apart with an A check in-between each new letter grade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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