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Nov. 20, 2025
Bearing the flag with pride: MacDill AFB Honor Guard induction ceremony

Honor guardsmen assigned to the 6th Force Support Squadron, salute the flag during an induction ceremony at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Oct. 28, 2025. Honor guard provides support to military ceremonies honoring distinguished guests, change of commands, retreats, retirements, parades and other
Nov. 20, 2025
JCSE and 6th CS participate in Noble Skywave

Service members assigned to the Joint Communication Support Element and the 6th Communications Squadron participate in Exercise Noble Skywave at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Oct. 22, 2025.
Nov. 18, 2025
Wilsbach formally installed as 24th Air Force Chief of Staff

Gen. Ken Wilsbach was formally installed as the Department of the Air Force's highest ranking military leader Nov. 18.
Nov. 14, 2025
91st ARS refuels B-52s over SOUTHCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bomber assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Wing, in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility, Oct. 15, 2025. B-52s are world-wide deployable and deter foreign terrorist and
Nov. 6, 2025
Chief Master Sgt. David Wolfe named 21st Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force

Chief Master Sgt. David R. Wolfe was selected as the 21st Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force.
Oct. 1, 2025
Help available for Airmen, Guardians, civilians to mitigate lapse in appropriations impact

Assistance to reduce the impact of the government shutdown on Airmen, Guardians, civilians and their families is available through various means.
Oct. 1, 2025
Honoring Gold Star families and the legacy of the fallen heroes at MacDill

Service members and Gold Star mothers and families gathered for a photo during the Gold Star Mother’s and Family Day event at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 28, 2025. Gold Star Mother’s Day is a nationally recognized observance that takes place on the last Sunday of September to honor
Sept. 27, 2025
6th ARW Safety participates in a joint triennial mass casualty exercise

Firefighting crews from Tampa International Airport respond to a simulated aircraft fire during the 2025 Triennial "Double Trouble" emergency response exercise at TPA, Sept. 17, 2025. The exercise tested joint emergency response procedures and interoperability between civilian and military agencies
Sept. 26, 2025
Use risk management when preparing for Autumn

The Autumn season brings many changes that can affect safety and mission readiness. Take an active role in staying prepared for all of Autumns hazards.
Sept. 26, 2025
373rd TS Det 2 train Airmen to keep the fleet flying

Airmen from the 373rd Training Squadron Detachment 2 instruct service members on aircraft maintenance training at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida , Sept. 23, 2025. Instructors develop skilled maintainers, building a strong workforce and gaining skills vital to Air Force readiness.