Photo By Staff Sgt. Benjamin Ingold | U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 366th Maintenance Group load a training muntion...... read more read more
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Air Combat Command selected five units to serve as test beds for the Air Force’s new deployment model in January 2022 and these units, designated as “lead wings”, were tasked to figure out how to rapidly generate combat power as a deployed force anytime, anywhere.
The 366th Fighter Wing was one of the five selected and Gunfighters finished their final self-generated exercise, Raging Gunfighter 23-1, and are approaching the final test before initial operational capability, Agile Flag.
The exercise required the construction of a forward operating site providing RG 23-1 Airmen with life-support functions such as heat and shelter during the cold Idaho winter and supported operations in field-conditions.
“Raging Gunfighter was a significant test of the airbase squadron construct,” said Senior Master Sgt. Patrick Garber, 366th Airbase Squadron senior enlisted leader. “Our ABS Gunfighter Airmen exhibited resilience and showcased advanced problem-solving skills turning an empty field into a life support area capable of supporting Lead Wing operations.”
The ABS support enabled lead wing Airmen to operate in a simulated contested environment, forcing previously more operationally independent units to work and communicate together to ensure safe and effective F-15E Strike Eagle operations home station and at nearby simulated contingency airfields such as Magic Valley Regional Airport in Twin Falls, Idaho or Gowen Field, the home of the 124th Fighter Wing, in Boise, Idaho.
The conclusion of RG 23-1 aimed to arm Airmen with critical information about their strengths and weaknesses going into Agile Flag and IOC status achievement.
Gunfighter Airmen now have a brief period to address any gaps in capabilities and develop improved processes before leaving for Agile Flag.
The 366th FW lead wing construct is made up of an airbase squadron sustaining the force at a forward operating site; mission force generation elements projecting combat airpower in diverse locations; and a lead wing command and control element tracking and deconflicting aircraft.
"It is an honor that Air Combat Command chose the 366th Fighter Wing to serve as a lead wing," said Col. Ernesto DiVittorio, 366th FW commander. "The Gunfighters have been hard at work honing agile combat employment skills to be the nation's most lethal lead wing. The success of Raging Gunfighter is the result of that hard work. The 366th Fighter Wing is ready to take on Agile Flag and achieve initial operational certification."
| Date Taken: | 01.27.2023 |
| Date Posted: | 02.03.2023 11:59 |
| Story ID: | 437785 |
| Location: | MOUNTAIN HOME AIR FORCE BASE, IDAHO, US |
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