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Oct. 4, 2023
AFSOC embraces Extended Reality (XR) to enhance readiness

Extended Reality (XR) is revolutionizing the way Air Force Special Operations Command is approaching training and readiness. XR is an umbrella term that encompasses Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) to create a spectrum of experiences that range from fully virtual
Sept. 22, 2023
COMAFSOC releases 2023 Strategic Guidance

Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind, Commander of Air Force Special Operations Command, released the 2023 AFSOC strategic guidance on September 18.
Sept. 18, 2023
Phase I of construction complete as AFSOC prepares to open Hurlburt Field airpark to public

For the first time in more than 20 years, Hurlburt Field plans to open its airpark to the general public in spring 2024 - allowing visitors to see the aircraft first-hand and learn more about the history of Air Force Special Operations Command.
Sept. 14, 2023
Reserve takes home trophy for MQ-9 Squadron of the Year

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems recognized the Air Force Reserve’s 2nd Special Operations Squadron as the MQ-9 Squadron of the Year at the Air Force Association Symposium in Washington, D.C. Sept. 11, 2023.The 2nd SOS is based at Hurlburt Field, Florida, but assigned to the 919h Special
June 14, 2023
Reservists demonstrate value to Mission Sustainment Team

The 919th Special Operations Mission Support Group is finding new and innovative ways to tailor Mission Support Teams when conducting missions in support of contingency operations.
May 5, 2023
AFSOC, Total Force lands MC-130J, MQ-9, A-10s, MH-6s on Wyoming Highways

History was made during Exercise Agile Chariot as an MC-130J Commando II, an MQ-9 Reaper, two A-10 Thunderbolt IIs and two MH-6 Little Birds landed on Highways 287 and 789 April 30 and May 2, 2023, respectively.“The requirement here was clear: how do we get after Agile Combat Employment and hone the
April 27, 2023
16th Annual Emerald Warrior Jumps Into Action

Air Force Special Operations Command is hosting the 16th Annual Emerald Warrior exercise at multiple locations across Florida, as well as Puerto Rico and will run through May 6.
March 31, 2023
Paraguayan President visits Air Force SOF hub

President Mario Abdo Benítez of the Republic of Paraguay visited here March 30-31 to meet with Lt. Gen. Tony D. Bauernfeind, commander of Air Force Special Operations Command, Col. Allison Black, 1st Special Operations Wing commander, and other senior leaders within the Air Force special operations
Feb. 5, 2023
Flight engineers prove always ready, win AFRC safety award

Flight engineers aboard an MC-130H Combat Talon II keep aircrew safe despite fire.
Jan. 4, 2023
919th SOW adapts to AFSOC’s new warfighting model

For more than 20 years after the attacks of September 11th, the U.S. defense structure was geared towards counterterrorism operations and fighting an asymmetric threat. The training and deployment model was designed for counterinsurgency and supporting a long-term presence at defined and established