Articles

  • Under pressure: Firefighters undergo live-fire evaluations

    A firefighter assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing exits a burning building during a structural live-fire evaluation at Hurlburt Field, Florida, April 6, 2026. As part of the evaluation, firefighters executed rapid search, rescue and suppression tactics, ensuring they maintain the skills

  • U.S., ROK military leaders showcase partnership during Freedom Flag 26-1

    The meeting between the two military leaders occurred after Cha flew an F-15K Slam Eagle during combined training operations between U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marines Corps, and Republic of Korea air force fighter aircrew. The mission was part of FF 26-1, a regularly scheduled training event designed to

  • 1 SOW firefighters teach military kids fire safety

    Sparky the Fire Dog interacts with children at Hurlburt Field, Florida, March 20, 2026. The Exceptional Family Member Program partnered with 1st Special Operations Wing firefighters to create an interactive experience for Air Commandos and their families to learn about fire safety. The EFMP is a

  • Airman attends Corporal Course: Building joint leaders

    As explained in the 2026 National Defense Strategy, the Department of War is ensuring the joint force is ready to deter, and if called upon, to prevail by achieving the Nation’s objectives. To reinforce this joint focus, the 1st Special Operations Wing sent a security forces Airman to train

  • April is National Alcohol Awareness Month

    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, excessive alcohol use is a leading preventable cause of death in the United States. Specifically, excessive alcohol use led to approximately 178,000 deaths each year in our Nation, shortening the lives of those who died by an average of 24

  • ASW(SO/LIC) and SOCOM SEL visit Hurlburt Field for AFSOC Immersion

    Derrick Anderson, Assistant Secretary of War for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict, loads a 105 mm round aboard a 1st Special Operations Wing AC-130J Ghostrider during a familiarization flight near Hurlburt Field, Florida, March 25, 2026. The ASW(SO/LIC) provides oversight and advocacy

  • Hurlburt responds to 40-acre wildfire

    A large wildfire engulfing a remote area Jan. 31, 2026, drove 1st Special Operations Wing firefighters into action. Within a minute of the call, the team was geared up, in their trucks and speeding toward the flames.The fire originated in a densely-forested area and was pushed south by winds up to

  • Commitment to community service: Hurlburt Airmen volunteer at local school

    A core tenet of the Vincent Airman Leadership School’s curriculum is giving back to the local community through volunteer efforts. Oftentimes, flights enrolled in the professional military education course work with local schools in the area to assist with projects they have.From painting classrooms