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Oct. 6, 2022
From the “AFSOC We Have” to the “AFSOC We Need”

HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. – This month, Air Force Special Operations Command, AFSOC, is transitioning the way Air Force Special Operations Forces, AFSOF, present to the joint force. Following September 11, 2001, AFSOC’s force presentation focused heavily on providing crisis response capabilities and
Oct. 5, 2022
Osprey Recovered in Norway

While participating in a training exercise in Norway, a CV-22B Osprey experienced an inflight emergency, requiring the pilots to land immediately. After six weeks of being grounded on the island of Senja, the 352nd Special Operations Wing’s Osprey was recovered via crane barge, Sept. 27, 2022.
Aug. 25, 2022
A paws-itive ending for a not so quiet furr-fessional

After dedicating roughly seven years to defending Hurlburt Field, Military Working Dog Ronny will get to enjoy a more leisurely lifestyle.
Aug. 23, 2022
MST provides innovative leap in SOFORGEN

For nearly a year, the 1st Special Operations Wing, has developed its MST as a proof of concept to ensure multi-capable Airmen within AFSOC are able to meet the needs of combatant commanders against any potential adversary in the future. Its role will be to act as the connective tissue that bridges
Aug. 22, 2022
Sea 2 Sky: test, special ops units combine for water survival training

413th Flight Test Squadron's UH-1 completed hoist training by lifting 492nd Special Operations Wing Airmen out of water to complete their water survival portion of their survival, evasion, resistance and evasion training.
Aug. 16, 2022
How the new Special Warfare Branch at AFRS is making a difference

One year into being, the Special Warfare Branch at Air Force Recruiting Service is yielding results by trying new approaches to win talent for an elite set of careers.
July 28, 2022
Monkeypox declared public health emergency: What Airmen and Guardians need to know

The World Health Organization declared monkeypox a public health emergency on July 23. With more than 4,000 cases in the United States, Airmen and Guardians should know the risks and how to stay safe.
July 27, 2022
Building Resiliency with Iron

Resiliency of our Air Commandos has always been on the forefront for AFSOC. The command is constantly on the lookout for new programs and initiatives to elevate the ways we can build up our Airmen.
July 25, 2022
AF A3 senior advisor visits with Hurlburt MST

Dr. Sandeep Mulgund, senior advisor to the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations of the U.S. Air Force speaks with Airmen assigned to Mission Sustainment Team at Hurlburt Field, Florida, July 20, 2022. The MST works to establish forward operating bases in austere locations by providing initial site
July 21, 2022
A solemn vow to be the leader that you deserve to be led by

Col. Allison Black addresses the 1st Special Operations Wing for the first time after assuming command to make a solemn vow to the Airmen in her care.