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  • 820 BDG conducts inaugural MQT course

    After a grueling 72-hour field exercise, 18 Airmen from the 820th Base Defense Group graduated from the inaugural Mission Qualification Training course. The course is designed for new arrivals to the 820th BDG and was mapped out and led by the unit’s very own subject matter experts to set a new

  • Joint exercise honors legacy of rescue heroes with new training range

    Servicemembers from the 23rd Wing and Marine aviation units held a joint combat search and rescue task force (CSARTF) exercise on Aug. 7, 2025, at Moody Air Force Base’s new Kight Training Range. The Kight Training Range opened in the first week of August and offers significant advantages for 23rd

  • Airmen sharpen tactical skills during close quarters battle training

    For a week, Airmen from the 820th and 105th Base Defense Groups trained at Moody Air Force Base, focusing on advanced military working dog tactics, explosive detection, vehicle operations, and close quarters battle scenarios. The rigorous exercises enhanced team coordination, canine responsiveness,

  • Ending an era: Col Paul Sheets’ final flight with the 23 WG

    This week, we honored Col. Paul “Gyro” Sheets, 23rd Wing commander at Moody Air Force Base, with his Fini Flight -- a time-honored Air Force tradition marking the end of his command. From leading the Flying Tigers with pride to advancing the mission with strength and vision, Col. Sheets leaves a

  • 23 Wing change of command

    MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. — The 23rd Wing welcomed Col. Sean “Shark” Hall and bid farewell to Col. Paul “Gyro” Sheets during a change of command ceremony July 31, 2025, at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia.The ceremony marked a continuation of the Flying Tigers’ legacy under new leadership and was

  • Moody AFB hosts annual BACKpack-to-School Bash

    MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga - For the fourth consecutive year, the 23rd Force Support Squadron’s Freedom 1 Fitness Center and Military and Family Readiness Center teamed up to host the annual BACKpack-to-School Bash at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, July 18, 2025.Designed to prepare students for the