A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 820th Base Defense Group and a British Armed Forces member shake hands at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 15, 2026. U.S. and U.K. counterparts learned from each other and shared techniques to improve their skills and understanding in communications equipment and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 820th BDG, UK personnel strengthen allied collaboration
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Will Knutson, 820th Base Defense Group deployable radio frequency non-commissioned officer in charge, shares information on communication equipment used by 820th BDG with British Armed Forces members at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 15, 2026. U.S. and U.K. service members exchanged insights and experiences to better understand each other’s equipment and procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 820th BDG, UK personnel strengthen allied collaboration
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Will Knutson, 820th Base Defense Group deployable radio frequency non-commissioned officer in charge, delivers a presentation to Airmen assigned to the 820th BDG and British Armed Forces members at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 15, 2026. The presentation highlighted knowledge sharing and collaboration between allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 820th BDG, UK personnel strengthen allied collaboration
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 820th Base Defense Group and British Armed Forces members discuss radio equipment at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 15, 2026. U.S. and U.K. service members shared operational techniques and radio capabilities to improve communications in any environment and situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 820th BDG, UK personnel strengthen allied collaboration
A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 820th Base Defense Group inspects a British Armed Forces radio at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 15, 2026. The interaction gave Airmen the opportunity to learn about allied equipment and discuss communication techniques to strengthen joint operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 820th BDG, UK personnel strengthen allied collaboration
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Will Knutson, 820th Base Defense Group deployable radio frequency non-commissioned officer in charge, talks with a British Armed Forces member at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 15, 2026. The discussion gave U.S. and U.K. personnel the chance to share communication techniques, compare equipment and exchange lessons learned to enhance mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 820th BDG, UK personnel strengthen allied collaboration
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A U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 takes off during Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 26-1 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. The joint exercise integrated Marine Corps and Air Force aviation assets to practice coordinated flight operations in support of combat search and rescue missions in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) 260112-F-JO760-2453
U.S. Marine Corps airframes mechanics assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 signal an F/A-18C Hornet pilot during Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 26-1 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 12, 2026. The joint exercise enhanced aircrew readiness by rehearsing coordinated flight operations in support of recovery missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
U.S. Marine Corps airframes mechanics assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 give a thumbs up during Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 26-1 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 12, 2026. CSARTE 26-1 emphasized joint planning and execution of flight operations supporting personnel recovery missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23d Logistic Readiness Squadron and a U.S. Marine Corps airframes mechanic assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 fuel an F/A-18C Hornet during Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 26-1 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 12, 2026. Marine and Air Force aircrews trained together to integrate strike and rescue capabilities in joint recovery scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 533 takes off during Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 26-1 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. The joint exercise integrated Marine Corps and Air Force aviation assets to rehearse combat search and rescue flight operations in support of recovering isolated personnel in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 533 takes off during Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 26-1 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. The joint exercise integrated Marine Corps and Air Force aviation assets to rehearse combat search and rescue flight operations in support of recovering isolated personnel in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II taxis during a Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. CSARTE 26-1 strengthened joint interoperability by combining strike, escort and rescue aircraft into coordinated flight operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Marine pilot assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 533 makes a peace sign at the camera during a Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. The joint exercise integrated Marine Corps and Air Force aviation assets to practice coordinated flight operations in support of combat search and rescue missions in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II and F-18C/D Hornet models are parked on the flightline during a Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. The joint exercise integrated Marine Corps and Air Force aviation assets to rehearse coordinated flight operations in support of combat search and rescue missions in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Marine pilot assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 533 looks at the camera during a Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. The exercise integrated multiple platforms to practice combat search and rescue, strike and escort missions in a near-peer environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 74th Fighter Squadron taxis prior to a Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise sortie at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. The exercise challenged aircrews to execute complex combat search and rescue operations alongside Marine Corps aviation units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Marine mechanic watches as a F/A-18C Hornet taxis in preparation for a Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise sortie at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. CSARTE 26-1 emphasized joint planning and execution of flight operations supporting personnel recovery missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 takes off during Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 26-1 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. The joint exercise integrated Marine Corps and Air Force aviation assets to practice coordinated flight operations in support of combat search and rescue missions in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 takes off during Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 26-1 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. The joint exercise integrated Marine Corps and Air Force aviation assets to practice coordinated flight operations in support of combat search and rescue missions in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
A U.S. Marine Corps assigned F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 taxis prior to a Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise sortie at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia Jan. 13, 2026. CSARTE 26-1 strengthened joint interoperability by combining strike, escort and rescue aircraft into coordinated flight operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Iain Stanley) Joint Combat Search and Rescue Exercise Strengthens Readiness at Moody
U.S. Air Force Capt. Luke Thomas, 23d Combat Air Base Squadron assistant director of operations, briefs Airmen assigned to the 23d CABS at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 7, 2026. Airmen received instructions and expectations for the assessment, which aligns with the Army Air Assault Course pre-requirements and increases candidate success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 23d CABS takes on Air Assault assessment
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23d Combat Air Base Squadron run at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 7, 2026. The timed run was conducted as part of an assessment measuring physical readiness prior to attending the Army Air Assault Course. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 23d CABS takes on Air Assault assessment
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 23d Combat Air Base Squadron wait for their turn to climb a rope at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 7, 2026. Airmen completed the rope climb as part of an assessment designed to measure physical aptitude prior to attending the Army Air Assault Course. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 23d CABS takes on Air Assault assessment
A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 23d Combat Air Base Squadron climbs a rope at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 7, 2026. The rope climb assessed upper-body strength and technique during an assessment conducted to prepare volunteers for the Army Air Assault Course. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 23d CABS takes on Air Assault assessment
A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 23d Combat Air Base Squadron attempts to climb a rope at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 7, 2026. The rope climb is a required event used to screen candidates for the Army Air Assault Course, known for its physically demanding training environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 23d CABS takes on Air Assault assessment
U.S. Air Force Capt. Luke Thomas, 23d Combat Air Base Squadron assistant director of operations, instructs Airmen assigned to the 23d CABS at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 7, 2026. The brief provided guidance and information before the second day of the assessment conducted to prepare volunteers for the physical demands of the Army Air Assault Course. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 23d CABS takes on Air Assault assessment
A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 23d Combat Air Base Squadron completes a ruck at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Jan. 8, 2026. The event tested stamina and pace over distance, key components of readiness for the Army Air Assault Course’s 12mile, 35-pound ruck requirement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine) 23d CABS takes on Air Assault assessment
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Man works on computer. Building stronger Airmen through education
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Two people converse Building stronger Airmen through education
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tyson Eglinton, 23d Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance specialist, applies clearcoat to an A-10C Thunderbolt II model at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Oct. 2, 2025. The clearcoat helps protect the model from sun and weather damage while giving it a polished, finished look. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Buentello) 23d MXS revitalizes Moody’s miniature static displays
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Zach Langdon, 23d Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance specialist, applies chromated primer to an A-10C Thunderbolt II model at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Aug. 28, 2025. Airmen repaired and repainted the model, restoring it to represent the 23d Wing’s heritage while protecting it from future weather damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Buentello) 23d MXS revitalizes Moody’s miniature static displays
An HC-130J Combat King II model dries after a clearcoat application at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Oct. 29, 2025. The clearcoat was applied to protect the model and help preserve Moody’s miniature aircraft displays for future visitors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Buentello) 23d MXS revitalizes Moody’s miniature static displays
An A-10C Thunderbolt II model is masked and ready to be painted at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 30, 2025. Using a mix of fabrication and painting methods, Airmen refreshed the model to highlight the 23d Wing’s history and mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Buentello) 23d MXS revitalizes Moody’s miniature static displays
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Memphis Waller, 23d Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance specialist, attaches a propeller to an HC-130J Combat King II model at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Oct. 28, 2025. Airmen carefully repaired and restored the static display models to preserve Moody’s heritage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Buentello) 23d MXS revitalizes Moody’s miniature static displays
A 3D scan is used to design the propeller for an HC-130J Combat King II model at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Oct. 21, 2025. Airmen used the scan to fabricate a replacement propeller as part of the model’s restoration project. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Buentello) 23d MXS revitalizes Moody’s miniature static displays
A HH-60W Jolly Green II model is positioned on a stand, ready to be painted at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, July 17, 2025. Airmen from the 23d Maintenance Squadron repaired and restored the model for display at the Moody AFB’s gate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Buentello) 23d MXS revitalizes Moody’s miniature static displays


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