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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

A member from the 703rd Helicopter Squadron displays the unit patch in front of an Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. The IAST is a state-of-the-art device for aircrew members to focus and train on complex procedures while leaving operational aircraft available. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

Master Sgt. David Simmons and Tech. Sgt. Joshua Cowart, special mission aviators with the 703rd Helicopter Squadron, inspect the control panel of an Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer during a pre-and-post flight training session at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. The IAST is a refurbished AW-139 helicopter which enables students to practice vital skills such as pre-and-post flight inspections, egress procedures, and hoist operations in preparation for their role as Special Mission Aviators for the MH-139 Grey Wolf, in convoy support, search and rescue, and global strike missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Joshua Coward, 703rd Helicopter Squadron special mission aviator, sits inside of an Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer during a training session at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. The IAST is a repurposed AW-139 helicopter enables students to practice vital skills such as pre-and-post flight training, egress procedures, and hoist operations, while leaving operational aircraft available. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Simmons, 703rd Helicopter Squadron special mission aviator, sits at the flight deck of an Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer during a training session at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. The IAST, a repurposed AW-139 helicopter, enables students to practice vital skills such as pre-and-post flight training, egress procedures, and hoist operations, while leaving operational aircraft available. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

U. S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Joshua Cowart, 703rd Helicopter Squadron special mission aviator, sits inside of an Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer during a pre-and-post flight training session at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. The IAST is a refurbished AW-139 helicopter which enables students to practice vital skills such as pre-and-post flight inspections, egress procedures, and hoist operations in preparation for their role as Special Mission Aviators for the MH-139 Grey Wolf, in convoy support, search and rescue, and global strike missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Adam Childers and Master Sgt. David Simmons, both 703rd Helicopter Squadron special mission aviators, an Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer during a training session at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. The IAST, a repurposed AW-139 helicopter, enables students to practice vital skills such as pre-and-post flight training, egress procedures, and hoist operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

Currently being led by Boeing and Leonardo instructors, 908th Flying Training Wing special mission aviators began attending training sessions on an Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. The IAST, a repurposed AW-139 helicopter, enables students to practice vital skills such as pre-and-post flight training, egress procedures, and hoist operations in preparation for their role as special mission aviators for the MH-139 Grey Wolf. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Joshua Cowart, special mission aviator with the 703rd Helicopter Squadron, gets hands on with an Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer during a training session at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. This training system is important to the unit because it allows aircrew to gain hands-on experience in a controlled environment without impacting operational aircraft availability. By using the IAST for specialized training, the unit can maximize the readiness of its helicopters for real-world missions. HERE is a second sentence that can be used as well. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Simmons, left, and Tech. Sgt. Joshua Cowart, special mission aviators with the 703rd Helicopter Squadron, inspect the control panel of an Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer during a pre-and-post flight training session at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. This training system is important to the unit because it allows aircrew to gain hands-on experience in a controlled environment without impacting operational aircraft availability. By using the IAST for specialized training, the unit can maximize the readiness of its helicopters for real-world missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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IAST Enhances Aircrew Readiness

An Integrated Aircrew Systems Trainer sits in a hanger while 703rd Helicopter Squadron special mission aviators receive training in preparation for the 908th Flying Training Wing’s new mission at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama on Dec. 11, 2024. The IAST is a state-of-the-art device designed for aircrew members to focus on mastering complex procedures, such as low-altitude hoist operations and weapon systems handling, in a controlled environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Webster)
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Warrior Ethos readiness workshop

Twenty-five religious support teams from numerous bases attended a Chaplain Corps' readiness workshop Dec. 11, 2024, at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas. The Warrior Ethos workshop aimed to strengthen interoperability and ensure Chaplain Corps readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Rainy Ellis)
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Happy Irby Christmas Fund

Columbus Air Force Base Airmen wrap donated gifts at the Columbus Air Force Base Event Center on Columbus Air Force Base, Dec. 11, 2024. Over 400 gift boxes were donated to students from Lowndes County area elementary schools. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Joseph Curzi)
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Happy Irby Christmas Fund

Airmen and civilian volunteers pose for a photo at the Columbus Air Force Base Event Center on Columbus Air Force Base, Dec. 11, 2024. CAFB hosted a gift wrapping for presents donated to the Happy Irby Christmas Fund. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Joseph Curzi)
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Empowering others: A personal journey to leadership and Equal Opportunity

Left, U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kayla Norris is being mentored by Staff Sgt. Valesia Williams, NCOIC of equal opportunity, 42nd Air Base Wing equal opportunity office at Maxwell Air Force Base Ala, Dec.5, 2024. Williams has been dual-hatting the NCOIC and superintendent role the last year at EO. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tanner Doerr)
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Empowering others: A personal journey to leadership and Equal Opportunity

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Valesia Williams, NCOIC of equal opportunity, 42nd Air Base Wing, instructs her coworker at Maxwell Air Force Base Ala, Dec. 5, 2024. Equal opportunity helps ensure all service members are treated fairly without discrimination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tanner Doerr)
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Deck the Skies: 58th ARS joins Operation Toy Drop

U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserve, Polish Armed Forces, and National Army of Colombia jumpmasters prepare to jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft over Drop Zone Sicily on Fort Liberty, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2024. The team from the 58th Airlift Squadron assisted in the validation of more than 90 personnel during the two-day mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kari Degraffenreed)
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Deck the Skies: 58th ARS joins Operation Toy Drop

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jesse Clark, 18th Air Support Operations Group combat aviation brigade noncommissioned officer in charge, shows off his patch sleeve with flags from multiple partner nations at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2024. U.S. Soldiers and Airmen are encouraged to trade patches with their foreign counterparts to build camaraderie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kari Degraffenreed)
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Deck the Skies: 58th ARS joins Operation Toy Drop

U.S. Army Reserve Staff Sgt. Tana Aley, United States Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne), air division noncommissioned officer, stands ready during an airlift to the Sicily Drop Zone at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2024. This year, more than 3,000 jumpers participated in Operation Toy Drop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kari Degraffenreed)
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Deck the Skies: 58th ARS joins Operation Toy Drop

A National Army of Colombia jumpmaster positions himself for the airdrop over Drop Zone Sicily at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2024. Members of the National Army of Colombia joined Polish Armed Forces members on a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft out of the 58th Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kari Degraffenreed)
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Deck the Skies: 58th ARS joins Operation Toy Drop

A Polish Armed Forces jumpmaster inspects the door of a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft flying over Drop Zone Sicily at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2024. The jumpmaster oversees the jump process, ensures safety through equipment checks, aircrew coordination, jump commands, and exit management. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kari Degraffenreed)
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