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  • 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

  • Active-duty bonds forged in fire

    Five firefighters from the 193rd Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron completed joint training, May 1-7, with the active-duty 316th Civil Engineer Squadron at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.

  • Emerald Warrior 22 prepares Air Commandos for strategic competition

    Air Force Special Operations Command is hosting the 15th Annual Emerald Warrior exercise at multiple locations across the Southeast U.S., from Hurlburt Field, Florida, April 25-May 15. This combined exercise provides realistic and relevant training to prepare special operations forces, conventional

  • AFSOC FY 23 Civilian Development Education Call

    Air Force Special Operations Command’s Civilian Development Education (CDE) nomination call will open on Apr. 18, 2022 and close May 17, 2022. There are 48 available slots in ten different programs, providing opportunities for our entry to senior level appropriated-fund and non-appropriated fund

  • 137th CTF teaches land nav skills during MST training

    The 137th Combat Training Flight taught 33 students land navigation, radio communication and radio programming skills during Mission Sustainment Team training held at Will Rogers Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma City, Feb. 7-10, 2022.

  • Bomb squad embraces pressure of no fail mission

    As he peered around the corner at what he suspected to be an improvised explosive device, a drip of sweat grazed across Simon Ward’s forehead. He knew his role was to identify, render safe, and dispose of the threat.

  • Hurlburt Field Honor Guard trains for perfection

    Ceremonial honor guardsmen with the Hurlburt Field Honor Guard practice different movements during training at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Mar. 26, 2021. Honor guardsmen provide funeral honors for deceased service members, perform at on and off base ceremonies and escort the national flag. (U.S. Air

  • AFSOC Cyber Squadron Initiative: Arming for the 21st century battle

    Air Force Special Operations Command hosted a Mission Defense Team Conference, Feb. 2-5, 2021, focusing on identifying the organic cyber capabilities needed to protect missions against threats in, through, and from cyberspace.Gen. David Goldfein, former Chief of Staff of the Air Force, signed the