Alert 5

The U.S. Air Force has made a momentous decision by selecting Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, as the preferred location to host Air Force Special Operations Command’s (AFSOC) third power projection wing. This strategic move is set to transform the 492nd Special Operations Wing (SOW) into a power projection wing, equipped with all of AFSOC’s mission capabilities. Let’s delve into the actions that will be taken to turn Davis-Monthan into a powerhouse for regional focus and rapid response.

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The United States Congress was notified in July of the potential transfer of crucial defense equipment to Argentina, in a move aimed at bolstering the South American nation’s military capabilities. The proposed arms package includes the sale of up to 38 F-16 fighter jets from Denmark and four P-3 maritime patrol aircraft from Norway.

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In a historic milestone for the United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, affectionately known as the “Thunderbirds,” Maj. Tyler Clark has been selected as the first Air National Guard fighter pilot to join their elite ranks as a Thunderbird demonstration pilot for the 2024-2025 season.

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