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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Exercise Emerald Howl Sharpens Skills for Tactical Readiness

A U.S. Airmen from the 919th Special Operations Wing works on a satellite dish during a training exercise, Operation Emerald Howl, on March 25, 2025, at Duke Field, FL. The exercise provided members the opportunity to operate communications equipment in a controlled but challenging environment.

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A C-146A Wolfhound assigned to the 919th Special Operations Wing rests in Rancagua, Chile, during SOUTHERN STAR ’25, Jun 2, 2025. SOUTHERN STAR ’25 is a multinational special operations exercise taking place across Chile from May 26 to June 8. The exercise brings together forces from six nations and 10 observer countries, totaling more than 2,700 participants, to enhance interoperability and strengthen global special operations partnerships through joint training from Antofagasta to Punta Arenas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Carly Feliciano)
Mayors from around Florida's Emerald Coast receive a patch from a squadron attached to the 919th Special Operations Wing in front of an AC-130J on May 30, 2025. The purpose of the visit was to acquaint civic leaders with the unique mission of the 919th Special Operations Wing.
Master Sgt. Michael Arriaga, 919th Special Operations Wing, recruiter, poses for a photo in front of the Air Force Reserve Recruiting Office in Mary Ester, FL. There are over 200 career opportunities within the Air Force Reserve.
Master Sgt. Michael Arriaga, 919th Special Operations Wing, recruiter, poses for a photo in front of the Air Force Reserve Recruiting Office in Mary Ester, FL. There are over 200 career opportunities within the Air Force Reserve.
People working on a satellite dish and tactical communications tools during a training exercise.
People posing for a photo
1st Annual Memorial Ruck
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Airmen from the 919th Special Operations Wing in partnership with 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) participated in Exercise Red Empire Strike by transporting casualty evacuation participants from Duke Field, FL., to Camp Shelby, MS.
Chief Master Sergeant Anthony Green, Air Force Special Operations command chief, visits with 919 Special operations wing maintenance professionals on March 3, 2025, at Hurlbut Field, FL.
Col. Matthew Barry, 919th Special Operations Group commander, gives command of the 2nd Special Operations Squadron to Lt. Col. James LaDuke during a change of command ceremony. The 2nd Special Operations Squadron is one of the oldest units in the Air Force.