The HC-130P/N "King" is the only dedicated fixed-wing Personnel Recovery platform in the Air Force inventory. The HC-130P/N is an extended-range version of the C-130 Hercules transport. HC-130 crews provide expeditionary, all weather personnel recovery capabilities to our Combatant Commanders and Joint/Coalitions partners worldwide.
Assigned units:
71st RS / Moody AFB, Georgia
79th RS /...
Vigilant Ace 18 is a large-scale exercise designed to enhance the interoperability of U.S. and Republic of Korea Air Forces through combined and joint combat training. This exercise is part of a continuous exercise schedule, strengthening the U.S.-ROK Alliance and helping both nations fulfill their obligations to the Mutual Defense Treaty. Vigilant Ace 18 is a regular training event held...
Joint Task Force-National Capital Region, located in Washington D.C. at Fort Lesley J. McNair, is charged with the planning and execution of ceremonial support for the state funeral of George H. W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States. As a joint organization, the task force is comprised of nearly 4,000 military and civilian personnel from all branches of the United States Armed...
At the request of the country of Argentina, USSOUTHCOM is assisting in the ongoing search and rescue efforts for the missing Argentine submarine with 44 on board. PA assets have arrived in Argentina to cover the international effort, which is garnering increased numbers of domestic and international media queries.
Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) and United States
Forces-Afghanistan (USFOR-A) have launched a series of ongoing attacks to hit
the Taliban where they are most vulnerable: their revenue streams. Together,
Afghan and U.S. forces are conducting combined operations to strike drug labs
and command-and-control nodes in northern Helmand province. These types of
strikes...
Response to the Oct. 10, 2017, grounding of the commercial fishing vessel Pacific Paradise on off Kaimana Beach, Oahu, and the ongoing wreck removal operation.
Season’s greetings from The United States Air Force Band! This collection of holiday music was recorded live at DAR Constitution Hall and features the Concert Band and Singing Sergeants performing an assortment of seasonal classics to entertain the entire family. These versatile ensembles team up every December to fill Washington, D.C. area audiences with holiday cheer and to represent the...
U.S. Army Special Operations Command honors those who serve or have served with a Salute to Service celebration in Phoenix Arizona on Nov. 9, 2017. USASOC Soldiers will demonstrate SOF capabilities at the Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks NFL game. Pre-game includes the official coin toss and presentation of the colors. During halftime, USASOC Soldiers will honor Gold Star families with a...
