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  • MACDILL SERVICE MEMBER DEATH

    A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 24th Rapid Deployment Squadron of the 24th Special Operations Wing was killed in an off-base hit-and-run incident while walking along Interbay Boulevard on the evening of January 26. The Airman has been identified as Tech. Sgt. Richard Padilla.

  • Special Tactics hosts IFAM at Hurlburt Field

    The 24th Special Operations Wing and the Special Tactics Training Squadron hosted the second iteration of the Initial Familiarization Course Dec. 9-13, 2024, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. IFAM is a five-day program for select candidates that are considering careers in combat control, special

  • Hurlburt conducts annual SMOY challenge

    U.S. Air Commando’s compete in the Service Member of the Year competition at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 28-30, 3024. The goal surrounding the competition is to select the top SMOY at the Air Force Special Operations level, testing their mental and physical capabilities.

  • Dedication Ceremony Honors SrA Daniel Sanchez

    Members of the Special Tactics community past and present, and the family of Senior Airman Danny Sanchez gathered for a dedication ceremony of the Special Tactics Training Squadron Schroeder Building auditorium, Apr. 8.

  • Team McChord Airman receives Purple Heart

    On March 26, 2024, a tactical air control party element leader with the 22nd Special Tactics Squadron, was presented the Purple Heart Medal. The TACP element leader received the medal in recognition of wounds he sustained while deployed to an austere location in Syria.He suffered injuries on March

  • AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.