APEX: Munitions specialists, aircrew enhance combat munitions capabilities

U.S. Air Force munitions systems specialists assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing assemble a bomb during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at Eglin Range, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. APEX is the culmination of a two-week long combat munitions training program which redefines how ammo postures for combat and handles many different types of munitions to bolster mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

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APEX: Munitions specialists, aircrew enhance combat munitions capabilities

U.S. Air Force munitions systems specialists assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing move munitions during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. During APEX, ammo troops forward deployed on a MC-130J Commando II, generating munitions to re-arm a simulated AC-130J Ghostrider gunship and F-15E Strike Eagle involved in combat. APEX allows ammo troops and aircrew to earn proficiency on numerous types of munitions, advancing effective integration with allies and partners and guaranteeing readiness to operate in any theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

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APEX: Munitions specialists, aircrew enhance combat munitions capabilities

U.S. Air Force munitions systems specialists assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing load inert munitions on a MC-130J Commando II during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. This iteration of APEX trained ammo troops and aircrew on full-spectrum munitions generation for the AC-130J Ghostrider gunship and other weapons employment platforms, preparing teams to operate in austere locations and implement agile combat employment operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

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APEX: Munitions specialists, aircrew enhance combat munitions capabilities

U.S. Air Force loadmasters and munitions systems specialists assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing load inert munitions on a MC-130J Commando II during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. During APEX, ammo troops forward deployed on a MC-130J, generating munitions to re-arm a simulated AC-130J Ghostrider gunship and F-15E Strike Eagle involved in combat. APEX allows ammo troops and aircrew to earn proficiency on numerous types of munitions, advancing effective integration with Allies and partners and guaranteeing readiness to operate in any theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

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APEX: Munitions specialists, aircrew enhance combat munitions capabilities

A U.S. Air Force munitions systems specialist assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing drives a bomb lift truck onto a MC-130J Commando II during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. This iteration of APEX trained ammo troops and aircrew on full-spectrum munitions generation for the AC-130J Ghostrider gunship and other weapons employment platforms, preparing teams to operate in austere locations and implement agile combat employment operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

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APEX: Munitions specialists, aircrew enhance combat munitions capabilities

U.S. Air Force munitions systems specialists assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing unload munitions during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at Eglin Range, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. APEX is the culmination of a two-week long combat munitions training program which redefines how ammo postures for combat and handles many different types of munitions to bolster mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

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APEX: Munitions specialists, aircrew enhance combat munitions capabilities

A U.S. Air Force munitions systems specialist assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing inspects munitions during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at Eglin Range, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. APEX is part of a two-week long combat munitions training program which builds critical capabilities for high-end conflict, such as the quick production and handling of munitions in a combat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

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U.S. Airmen assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing guide a forklift during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at at Eglin Range, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. APEX is part of a two-week long Combat Munitions Training Program which builds critical capabilities for high-end conflict, such as the quick production and handling of munitions in a combat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

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APEX: Munitions specialists, aircrew enhance combat munitions capabilities

U.S. Air Force munitions systems specialists assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing position assets for loading during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at Eglin Range, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. APEX is part of a two-week long combat munitions training program, which builds critical capabilities for high-end conflict, such as the quick production and handling of munitions in a combat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

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APEX: Munitions specialists, aircrew enhance combat munitions capabilities

Published Nov. 25, 2025
By Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston

HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. -- U.S. Air Force munitions systems specialists assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing assemble a bomb during an Ammo Advanced Performance Experience at Eglin Range, Florida, Nov. 5, 2025. APEX is the culmination of a two-week long combat munitions training program which redefines how ammo postures for combat and handles many different types of munitions to bolster mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)