Planes flying in the sky Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
Planes flying in the sky Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
Airman standing in a tower using binoculars Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Wing inspection team simulate a protest during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. A second simulated protest tested the base defenders response to potentially escalating unrest. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Security Forces Squadron detain an intruder as the 23rd Wing inspection team members act as protestors during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. The simulated unauthorized base entry tested Airmen’s ability to appropriately respond to a potentially dangerous situation. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Security Forces Squadron escort a simulated intruder while the 23rd Wing inspection team act as protestors during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. The inspection team simulated a more violent protest and tried to gain unauthorized access to the installation before being stopped by defenders. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Security Forces Squadron detain an Airman assigned to the 23rd Wing inspection team during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 11, 2024. Building upon previously simulated protest, the inspectors implemented a more violent approach and tried to breach the base perimeter to test security force’s response. Built upon Air Combat Command's directive to assert air power in contested environments, Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 aims to test and enhance the 23rd Wing’s proficiency in executing Lead Wing and Expeditionary Air Base concepts through Agile Combat Employment and command and control operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Logistics Readiness Squadron patrol the perimeter fence while the 23rd Wing inspection team simulate a protest during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. As part of the Multi-Capable Airman initiative, Airmen from multiple career fields augmented as security forces to ensure the contingency location’s safety. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine
A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 23rd Security Forces squadron patrols the fence while the 23rd Wing inspection team simulates a protest during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. The simulated protest was an exercise scenario that tested Airmen’s preparedness and ability to respond to potential threats. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Ben Kirchner, 71st Rescue Squadron loadmaster superintendent, leans on a truck during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, April 13, 2024. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Courtney Sebastianelli) Faces of Ready Tiger 24-1
U.S. Air Force Sierra Orozco, 71st Rescue Squadron loadmaster, poses for a photo during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, April 13, 2024. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Courtney Sebastianelli) Faces of Ready Tiger 24-1
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Chad Tidwell, 23rd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution supervisor, hooks a fuel hose to a Versatile Integrating Partner Equipment Refueling kit at Perry-Houston County Airport, Georgia, April 12, 2024. Tidwell supported refueling operations during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at one of two contingency locations established for Agile Combat Employment. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rachel Coates) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
An HC-130J Combat King II assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron sits on the flight line during exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Savannah Air National Guard Base in Savannah, Georgia, April 16, 2024. The 71st RQS provided airlift and combat search and rescue capabilities for Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Courtney Sebastianelli) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
HC-130J Combat King II aircraft assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron sit on the flight line for Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Savannah Air National Guard Base in Savannah, Georgia, April 16, 2024. The 71st RQS provided airlift and combat search and rescue capabilities for the exercise. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Courtney Sebastianelli) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
HC-130J Combat King II aircraft assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron sit on the flight line for Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Savannah Air National Guard Base in Savannah, Georgia, April 16, 2024. The 71st RQS provided airlift and combat search and rescue capabilities for the exercise. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Courtney Sebastianelli) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Samera Epperson, 23rd Communications Squadron tactical radio technician unwraps a tactical camouflage netting during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, April 14, 2024. Airmen responded to an exercise scenario that required communications to be recalibrated at night. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Courtney Sebastianelli) Ready Tiger 24-1: Multi-unit communications provide C2 capabilities
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Samera Epperson, 23rd Communications Squadron tactical radio technician (left), and Senior Airman Gregory Owens, 23rd CS client system technician, set up an antenna during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, April 9, 2024. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Courtney Sebastianelli) Ready Tiger 24-1: Multi-unit communications provide C2 capabilities
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Maintenance Group load a missile during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 13, 2024. Small crews of Multi-Capable Airmen were deployed to a simulated contingency location to practice Agile Combat Employment concepts. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Maintenance Group load a missile during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 13, 2024. Weapons Airmen work hand-in-hand with crew chiefs to generate aircraft at a moment’s notice regardless of location. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
An A-10C Thunderbolt II assigned to the 74th Fighter Squadron sits on the flightline during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 13, 2024. Moody Air Force Base Airmen deployed 12 A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft to a simulated contingency location while practicing Agile Combat Employment concepts. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 74th Fighter Generation Squadron walk on the flightline during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 13, 2024. Crew chiefs ensure each aircraft is ready to execute the mission anytime, anywhere. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Maintenance Group prepare to load a missile during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 13, 2024. Highly trained weapons experts ensured rapid and safe loading of munitions onto A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft while deployed at a contingency location. Ready Tiger 24-1 is a readiness exercise demonstrating the 23rd Wing’s ability to plan, prepare and execute operations and maintenance to project air power in contested and dispersed locations, defending the United States’ interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leonid Soubbotine) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Sashia Euley, 23rd Security Forces Squadron Alpha Flight sergeant, speaks over a radio during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. Security forces Airmen and augmentees worked together to de-escalate the protest and ensure security for personnel and assets at Forward Operating Site Avon. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen provide base defense at FOS
A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to a base defense team during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 stands by for a protest training scenario at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. Security forces Airmen and augmentees worked together to de-escalate the protest and ensure security for personnel and assets at Forward Operating Site Avon. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen provide base defense at FOS
Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 actors protest outside Forward Operating Site Avon for a training scenario at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. The training scenario tested base defense capabilities and de-escalation techniques. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen provide base defense at FOS
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Security Forces Squadron apprehend an aggressive protester for a training scenario at Avon Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. The training scenario was part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 designed to test base defense capabilities and de-escalation techniques. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen provide base defense at FOS
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Calvin Newvine, 23rd Logistics Readiness Squadron air transportation technician, transports Meals-Ready-To-Eat from an HC-130J Combat King II to the base at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 12, 2024. The 23rd LRS played a crucial role in resupplying the forward operating sites and contingency locations for the exercise. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron depart Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, aboard an HC-130J Combat King II during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 12, 2024. During the exercise, the 71st RQS conducted combat search and rescue operations and provided airlift for resupply, mortuary affairs, and troop transport to contingency locations. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen demonstrate the importance of BOS-I
A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 74th Fighter Squadron cruises down the runway at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 12, 2024. The 74th FS generated combat airpower across a simulated Indo-Pacific region, landing at contingency locations to receive rapid refueling, minimizing down-time. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron prepare to depart Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 12, 2024. During the exercise, the 71st RQS conducted combat search and rescue operations and provided airlift for resupply, mortuary affairs, and troop transport to contingency locations. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen demonstrate the importance of BOS-I
An A-10C Thunderbolt II assigned to the 74th Fighter Squadron flies over an HC-130J Combat King II assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron on the flight line at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 12, 2024. The 74th FS provided support for the 71st RQS’ combat search and rescue operations in a simulated Indo-Pacific region. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Logistics Readiness Squadron and 71st Rescue Squadron download cargo from an HC-130J Combat King II during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 12, 2024. The 23rd LRS played a crucial role in resupplying the forward operating sites and contingency locations for the exercise. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 74th Fighter Squadron departs the runway at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 12, 2024. The 74th FS generated combat airpower across a simulated Indo-Pacific region, landing at contingency locations to receive rapid refueling, minimizing down-time. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 74th Fighter Generation Squadron climbs up an A-10C Thunderbolt II at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 12, 2024. The 74th FGS ensured aircraft were able to continue operations in a simulated Indo-Pacific region while applying Agile Combat Employment concepts. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 74th Fighter Squadron taxis after landing at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 12, 2024. The 74th FS generated combat airpower across a simulated Indo-Pacific region, landing at contingency locations to receive rapid refueling, minimizing down-time. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 74th Fighter Squadron taxis after landing at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 12, 2024. The close air support asset provided agile combat capabilities in a simulated Indo-Pacific region, supporting ground troops and combat search and rescue operations. The Ready Tiger 24-1 exercise evaluators will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Matthew Blandon, 74th Fighter Generation Squadron aircraft recovery journeyman, poses for a photo at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. The 74th FGS responded to exercise scenarios, ensuring A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft could continue their mission in providing combat airpower. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Faces of Ready Tiger 24-1
A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 74th Fighter Generation Squadron holds a strap connected to an engine cover on an A-10C Thunderbolt II during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. The 74th FGS provided required maintenance for the A-10s as they conducted training scenarios for the exercise. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 74th Fighter Generation Squadron secures an engine cover on an A-10C Thunderbolt II during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. The 74th FGS was crucial in generating combat airpower at various dispersed locations in a simulated Indo-Pacific region. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 74th Fighter Generation Squadron conduct maintenance and prep for A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. The 74th FS conducted flying operations for the exercise, responding to planned scenarios in a simulated Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen demonstrate the importance of BOS-I
A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 74th Fighter Squadron parks an A-10C Thunderbolt II with the assistance of an Airman assigned to the 74th Fighter Generation Squadron during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. The 74th FS conducted flying operations for the exercise, responding to planned scenarios in a simulated Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen demonstrate the importance of BOS-I
A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 74th Fighter Squadron taxis an A-10C Thunderbolt II during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. The 74th FS conducted flying operations for the exercise, responding to planned scenarios in a simulated Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
From left to right, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christian Jones, Staff Sgt. Eustacio Marquez, and Airman 1st Class Justin Jackson, 74th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew members, pose for a photo at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. The 74th FGS responded to exercise scenarios, ensuring A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft could continue their mission in providing combat airpower. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Faces of Ready Tiger 24-1
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 74th Fighter Generation Squadron secure engine covers on an A-10C Thunderbolt II during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. The 74th FGS responded to exercise scenarios, ensuring A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft could continue their mission in providing combat airpower. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG conducts ACE at dispersed locations
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Wing prepare to depart Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, as part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 10, 2024. The HC-130J Combat King II provided airlift for a small team who mobilized to Contingency Location Perry-Houston, Georgia. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Wing prepare to depart Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, as part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, April 10, 2024. The HC-130J Combat King II provided airlift for a small team who mobilized to Contingency Location Perry-Houston, Georgia. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman James Peterson, 71st Rescue Squadron loadmaster, signals a logistics Airman operating a forklift at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. As part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, the 71st RQS provided airlift capabilities, transporting critical supplies for Airmen operating at multiple dispersed locations. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen demonstrate the importance of BOS-I
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman James Peterson, 71st Rescue Squadron loadmaster, secures cargo in an HC-130J Combat King II during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. Airmen brought the equipment to Contingency Location Perry-Houston, Georgia, to support refueling operations with a smaller footprint. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen demonstrate the importance of BOS-I
U.S. Air Force loadmasters assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron push cargo into an HC-130J Combat King II during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. The 71st RQS provided essential airlift support for transporting cargo and personnel, and responded to combat search and rescue scenarios. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen demonstrate the importance of BOS-I
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Wing prepare to depart Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, aboard an HC-130J Combat King II, April 10, 2024. As part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, Airmen from various Air Force specialties assumed roles outside of their primary responsibility to support Agile Combat Employment at dispersed locations. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Peters, 74th Fighter Generation Squadron first sergeant and contingency location commander, speaks with Airman Ethan Isaacs, 23rd Communications Squadron radio frequency apprentice, aboard an HC-130J Combat King II at Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. As part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, Airmen forward deployed to Contingency Location Perry-Houston, Georgia, to provide base security and refueling operations, generating combat airpower at dispersed locations. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Peters, 74th Fighter Generation Squadron first sergeant and contingency location commander, watches loadmasters assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron load an HC-130J Combat King II before departing Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, April 10, 2024. As part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, a small team consisting of various Air Force specialties forward deployed to Contingency Location Perry-Houston, Georgia, to conduct rapid refueling of A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen provide base defense at FOS
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Peters, 74th Fighter Generation Squadron first sergeant, gives a brief at Perry-Houston County Airport, Georgia, April 10, 2024. Peters acted as the contingency location commander for Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rachel Coates) Ready Tiger 24-1: MCA enables combat airpower at CL Perry-Houston
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Peters, 74th Fighter Generation Squadron first sergeant, gives a brief at Perry-Houston County Airport, Georgia, April 10, 2024. Peters provided ground rules for accountability, working hours and flightline operations at the contingency location as part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rachel Coates) Ready Tiger 24-1: Airmen provide base defense at FOS
U.S. Air Force Airman Ethan Issacs, 23rd Communications Squadron radio frequency technician, sets up satellite communications for Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Perry-Houston County Airport, Georgia, April 10, 2024. Issacs communicated with Avon Park Air Force Range personnel to complete a radio check. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rachel Coates) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's
U.S. Air Force Airman Ethan Issacs, 23rd Communications Squadron radio frequency technician, sets up satellite communications for Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Perry-Houston County Airport, Georgia, April 10, 2024. The satellite communications can reach anywhere across the world, enabling the collection of data to employ forces on identified targets and threats. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rachel Coates) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's
U.S. Air Force Airman Ethan Issacs, 23rd Communications Squadron radio frequency technician, sets up satellite communications for Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Perry-Houston County Airport, Georgia, April 10, 2024. The communications equipment allowed Airmen to relay information between Moody Air Force Base, Georgia; Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida; and Contingency Location Perry-Houston. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rachel Coates) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23rd Wing navigate to their new base of operations as an HC-130J Combat King II departs Perry-Houston County Airport, Georgia, April 10, 2024. As part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, the HC-130J provided transport for personnel and equipment between main operating bases, forward operating sites and contingency locations. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rachel Coates) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron prep an HC-130J Combat King II to depart Perry-Houston County Airport, Georgia, April 10, 2024. As part of Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1, the 74th Fighter Generation Squadron Airmen brought fuel equipment, communications equipment, and aircraft toolkits to the contingency location from Avon Park Air Force Range, Florida, to conduct rapid refueling. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rachel Coates) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's
The 23rd Logistics Readiness Squadron has two Versatile Integrating Partner Equipment Refueling kits next to a gas tank prepped for Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Perry-Houston County Airport, Georgia, April 10, 2024. The VIPER kit is a compacted, special-fuels handling kit used to rapidly refuel an aircraft in austere environments. During Ready Tiger 24-1, the 23rd Wing will be evaluated on the integration of Air Force Force Generation principles such as Agile Combat Employment, integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rachel Coates) Ready Tiger 24-1: 23 WG establishes MOB, FOS's, CL's

Moody celebrates Dr. Lucy Greene (part 1)
23rd Wing
Video by Senior Airman Rachel Coates
May 15, 2024 | 8:04
Moody Air Force Base had the honor of unveiling a portrait of Dr. Lucy Greene, Moody Support Committee co-founder with her late husband Parker Greene, for her 50 plus years of dedicated service to Airmen and their families at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, May 10, 2024. More
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