Reserve recruiters inspire, engage future collegiate aviators

With clear blue skies over Wittman Regional Airport here, nearly 500 top collegiate aviators from across the country competed in more than a dozen flying and ground-based events at the National Intercollegiate Flying Association SAFECON competition May 8-13.

5th SOS tests new aircrew mask for C-130 enterprise

The 5th Special Operations Squadron demonstrated the unique capabilities of the unit while testing a new protective mask for the 53rd Wing.  The squadron tested the Joint Service Aircrew Mask for Strategic Aircraft, which is slated to replace the current Aircrew Eye and Respiratory Protection System

Duke Field air traffic controllers vital element of airfield’s unique capabilities

The 96th Operations Support Squadron air traffic controllers manning the Duke Field flightline help to enable the mission of the 919th Special Operations Wing by managing the unique conditions on the airfield.

Duke Field maintainers implement innovative training program

Accomplishing missions any time, any place, is standard for Duke Field’s Citizen Air Commandos. Airmen with the 919th Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron are implementing new training to ensure that standard is met with an innovative program that delivers expert maintenance in smaller

Duke Field breaks ground on aircraft simulator facility

Members of Air Force Special Operations Command broke ground on a aircraft simulator facility at Duke Field, Florida, Nov. 9, 2020 during a joint ceremony hosted by the 492d and 919th Special Operations Wings.

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Former 919 SOW commander dies

The 919th Special Operations Wing mourns the passing of one of its former commanders -- Brig. Gen. Mark Stogsdill.Stogsdill passed away July 19, 2016 at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans.Stogsdill assumed command of the 919th SOW in 1998 during a period of significant change in the unit's