An A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 924th Fighter Group of the 944th Fighter Wing climbs into the sky during a demonstration as part of Exercise Desert Hammer at Barry M. Goldwater Range East near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. This large-scale exercise showcases the adaptability of Mission Ready Airmen, advancing the skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving challenges of global competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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  • Airman, Deputy, Dad: The Many Hats of TSgt Boatright

    Tech. Sgt. Steven Boatright, 944th Security Forces Squadron combat arms training and maintenance instructor, balances service across three demanding roles: Air Force Reserve instructor, Department of the Air Force civilian, and reserve deputy sheriff with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office.

  • Forging Readiness: 944th FW Airmen Prepare for Hazardous Threats

    When disaster strikes, there’s no time to hesitate. Whether facing a chemical spill, a biological threat, or an unknown hazardous material, emergency responders must be ready to act immediately. That’s why service members from the 944th Fighter Wing suited up and joined forces with multiple military

  • 944th Fighter Wing Earns First Air Reserve Certification for MRA Academy

    The  944th Fighter Wing’s Mission Ready Airman (MRA) Academy earned the approval stamp to certify its course as an Advanced Ready Training Core (ART-CORE) by Air Education and Training Command (AETC) during their April unit training assembly.This accomplishment is a source of pride, as the 944th