U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. William Holt, special assistant to the commander of Air Force Special Operations Command, taxis a U-28A Draco down the Hurlburt Field flightline during his “Fini” flight at Hurlburt Field, Florida, July 19, 2019. Holt has flown the U-28A for 12 years and has accrued approximately 700 flight hours in his 28 years of service in Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dennis Spain)

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Maj. Lauren Chargualaf, new 919th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron commander, shares her vision for the future of the unit during an assumption of command ceremony Nov. 3, 2024, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The ceremony marked a milestone in the 919 SOW's history as it signifies the first time aircraft maintenance will be performed somewhere other than Duke Field, Fla.
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A 4th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, performs pre-flight checks on an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. The 4 SOAMXS conducts pre-flight and post-flight flightline tasks, including inspections, repairs, and minor modifications. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)
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U.S. Airmen, assigned to the 4th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, tow an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship after a wash at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. The 4 SOAMXS is responsible for maintenance on the AC-130J, ensuring the gunship is always mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)
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A U.S. Airman, assigned to the 4th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, prepares a tie-down strap after loading ammunition on board an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. These tie-down straps are crucial for securing equipment, ensuring the safety and readiness of our forces as they execute their vital missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)
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A U.S. Airman, assigned to the 4th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, conducts a pre-flight visual inspection of the props on an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. The 4 SOAMXS plays a critical role in ensuring the AC-130J is always mission-ready, poised to support operations and safeguard our nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)
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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Eduardo Falcon, a 1st Special Operations Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels apprentice, prepares to fuel an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. The gas tanker truck used has a maximum capacity of 6,000 gallons and can pump fuel at a rate of 600 gallons per minute. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)
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A U.S. Airman, assigned to the 4th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, prepares to connect pre-conditioned air units to an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. Air units help maintain a comfortable cabin environment, especially in hot or humid weather and protect sensitive equipment from extreme temperatures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)
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Weapons technicians assigned to the 4th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, load ammunition on an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. The 30mm cannon on board the AC-130J can fire up to 200 rounds per minute. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)
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A U.S. Airman, assigned to the 4th Special Operations Squadron, inspects a landing gear door on an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. Members of the 4th SOS, alongside the 4th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, perform visual inspections on gunships before all flights. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)
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U.S. Airmen, assigned to the 4th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, watch flightline operations ensuring everything runs smoothly during pre-flight tasks at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. The 4 SOAMXS is comprised of crew chiefs, avionics, weapons technicians and support personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado)
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A 4th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief stands by to marshal an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. The AC-130J is a versatile aircraft that can be used for a variety of missions, including close-air support, special operations and maritime operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Raul Mercado) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out aircraft sensors)
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TASR: AFSOC Innovation to Support the Air Force and Joint Force

Gen. Duke Z. Richardson, Commander of Air Force Materiel Command, left, Honorable Andrew Hunter, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, middle, and Lt. Gen. Mike Conley, Commander Air Force Special Operations Command, lead AFSOC’s Technology, Acquisition, Sustainment Review at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 16, 2024. TASR brings together senior leaders to address resourcing strategic and enterprise-level issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sargent Caleb Pavao)
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TASR: AFSOC Innovation to Support the Air Force and Joint Force

Honorable Andrew Hunter, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics tests virtual reality technology which demonstrated how SOF capabilities can support the Air Force and joint force during Air Force Special Operations Command’s Technology, Acquisition, Sustainment Review at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 16, 2024. TASR brings together senior leaders to address resourcing strategic and enterprise-level issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sargent Caleb Pavao)
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TASR: AFSOC Innovation to Support the Air Force and Joint Force

U.S. Air Force Gen. Duke Z. Richardson, Commander of Air Force Materiel Command, dispenses a round from a 105mm cannon on an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship, assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing, over Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 15, 2024. During the familiarization flight Gen. Richardson, along with Honorable Andrew Hunter, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, participated in multiple duties allocated to the aircrew. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ty Pilgrim)
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TASR: AFSOC Innovation to Support the Air Force and Joint Force

Gen. Duke Z. Richardson, Commander of Air Force Materiel Command, left, and Honorable Andrew Hunter, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, right, hold dispensed 105mm rounds from an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 15, 2024. The 1st Special Operations Wing hosted the senior leaders for a familiarization flight ahead of AFSOC’s Technology, Acquisition, Sustainment Review. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ty Pilgrim)
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TASR: AFSOC Innovation to Support the Air Force and Joint Force

Honorable Andrew Hunter, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, participates in live-fire training aboard an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship over Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 15, 2024. Hunter along with Gen. Duke Z. Richardson, Commander of Air Force Materiel Command, controlled the weapons systems of an AC-130J and fired a 105mm cannon during a familiarization flight ahead of AFSOC’s Technology, Acquisition, Sustainment Review. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ty Pilgrim)
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A downed tree is shown on a road at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, following Hurricane Milton, Oct. 10, 2024. Milton brought strong winds and heavy rain to the installation, which downed trees and flooded some low-lying areas. The base’s Hurricane Recovery Team is working to restore the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Kaitlin Butler)
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A street sign is shown on the ground at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, following Hurricane Milton, Oct. 10, 2024. Milton brought strong winds and heavy rain to the installation, which downed trees and flooded some low-lying areas. The base’s Hurricane Recovery Team is working to restore the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Kaitlin Butler)
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920th Rescue Wing relocates aircraft ahead of Hurricane Milton

Aircraft assigned to the 920th Rescue Wing departed Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, Oct. 7, 2024, in preparation for the arrival of Hurricane Milton. In under 24 hours, the aircraft were prepped, inspected, and flown to an alternate location, demonstrating the wing’s ready now mindset for rapid-deployment rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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920th Rescue Wing relocates aircraft ahead of Hurricane Milton

Aircraft assigned to the 920th Rescue Wing departed Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, Oct. 7, 2024, in preparation for the arrival of Hurricane Milton. In under 24 hours, the aircraft were prepped, inspected, and flown to an alternate location, demonstrating the wing’s ready now mindset for rapid-deployment rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir)
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