• Our Heritage: A Legacy Born in the Skies Over Pearl Harbor

    In the shadow of Pearl Harbor’s historic skies, the 47th Fighter Squadron continues to honor its legacy of valor, dedication, and service. Since its activation at Wheeler Field, Hawaii, on Dec. 1, 1940, the squadron has been a symbol of courage and excellence - a legacy that began with its heroic

  • Desert Hammer 2024: Pioneering Joint Force Interoperability

    In the arid expanse of southern Arizona, the United States Air Force Reserve's 944th Fighter Wing recently concluded Desert Hammer 2024, a groundbreaking large-scale readiness exercise that underscored the strength and synergy of joint force collaboration, Nov. 13-16, 2024.With over 700 personnel,

  • Desert Hammer 2024: The Human Element, Mission-Ready Airmen

    Southern Arizona’s rugged terrain served as the backdrop for the largest Large Force Exercise in the state’s history, Exercise Desert Hammer 2024, Nov. 13-16, 2024.More than 700 service members, including Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Fighter Wing, joined forces with other branches of the

  • Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Readiness on an Unprecedented Scale

    Under the vast southern Arizona skies, Desert Hammer 2024 brought the precision, resilience, and innovation of the United States military into sharp focus. As the largest Large Force Exercise (LFE) in Arizona's history, this monumental training emphasized the commitment of the 944th Fighter Wing and

  • United in Fitness: 944th MDS Models Culture of Cohesion, Readiness

    The 944th Medical Squadron celebrated a milestone of excellence on Oct. 20, 2024, gathering at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., to recognize 14 consecutive months without a single physical fitness test failure.This achievement, a testament to the squadron’s commitment to readiness, reflects not only

  • Hellion Reborn: Restored F-16 Display Honors 944th FW Legacy, Future

    In front of the 944th Fighter Wing headquarters stands a newly refurbished, nearly quarter scale F-16 static display—a testament to the dedication and craftsmanship of the current members of the wing and the legacy of those who have served before. The team responsible unveiled the fruits of their