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31st OG takes to the skies

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph Miranda, 31st Operations Group commander, flies an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 510th Fighter Generation Squadron in the skies above the coast of Italy, July 18, 2025. The 31st OG prepares fighter pilots, controllers and support personnel to execute U.S. and NATO contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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31st OG takes to the skies

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph Miranda, 31st Operations Group commander, flies an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 510th Fighter Generation Squadron in the skies above Italy, July 18, 2025. The 31st OG ensures the combat readiness of two F-16 fighter squadrons, one HH-60W rescue squadron, one Guardian Angel rescue squadron, one air control squadron and one operational support squadron conducting and supporting worldwide air operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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31st OG takes to the skies

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph Miranda, 31st Operations Group commander, flies an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 510th Fighter Generation Squadron in the skies above Italy, July 18, 2025. The 31st OG prepares fighter pilots, controllers and support personnel to execute U.S. and NATO contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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Members of the 31st Security Forces Squadron fire team conduct a squad movement advancing toward enemy fire during exercise Silent Savage at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 17, 2025. The execution of this exercise assists in ensuring tactical movements are performed correctly, further confirming the team's ability to defend the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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Members of the 31st Security Forces Squadron fire team practice cover and concealment as they advance toward simulated enemy personnel during exercise Silent Savage at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 17, 2025. This annual force on force exercise helps the unit refine and improve their force protection measures and tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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A U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 56th Rescue Generation Squadron executes tactical flight scenarios during exercise Jolly Vihar 25 at Körös-Hill, Hungary, July 18, 2025. Mission training reinforces Airmen’s abilities and assurance to respond efficiently in support of national and allied missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephan Bang)

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Two U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II take off during exercise Jolly Vihar 25 at Pápa Air Base, Hungary, July 15, 2025. Exercise Jolly Vihar 25 demonstrates the 56thRescue Squadrons’ ability to rapidly execute combat search and rescue operations with precision, reinforcing U.S. readiness across Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephan Bang)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Levi McCollister, 41st Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, loads .50 caliber ammunition into the GAU-21 on an HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 56th Rescue Generation Squadron during exercise Jolly Vihar 25 at Körös-Hill, Hungary, July 15, 2025. Practicing under dynamic, realistic conditions strengthens each Airman’s confidence and capability to deploy at a moment’s notice for the nation and its allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Levi McCollister, 41st Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, fires a GAU-21 from an HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 56th Rescue Generation Squadron at a target during exercise Jolly Vihar 25 at Körös-Hill, Hungary, July 15, 2025. Practicing under dynamic, realistic conditions strengthens each Airman’s confidence and capability to deploy at a moment’s notice for the nation and its allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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From left, Senior Airman Nicholas Husser and Tech. Sgt. Samuel Davis, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron weapons technicians, carries a GAU-21 to an HH-60W Jolly Green II during exercise Jolly Vihar 25 at Pápa Air Base, Hungary, July 15, 2025. Exercise Jolly Vihar 25 demonstrates the 56th Rescue Squadrons’ ability to rapidly execute combat search and rescue operations with precision, reinforcing U.S. readiness across Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephan Bang)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tyriq’ue Murry, 56th Rescue Squadron special missions aviator instructor, sits inside an HH-60W Jolly Green II during exercise Jolly Vihar 25 at Pápa Air Base, Hungary, July 15, 2025. Exercise Jolly Vihar 25 demonstrates the 56th Rescue Squadrons’ ability to rapidly execute combat search and rescue operations with precision, reinforcing U.S. readiness across Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephan Bang)

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Airman 1st Class Leslie Miller, 31st Security Forces Squadron fire team member, fires a M240B at simulated enemy personnel during exercise Silent Savage at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 15, 2025. Members of the 39th SFS from Incirlik AB observed the exercise and provided input to bolster mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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Senior Airman Gizelle Kane, 31st Security Forces Squadron fire team member, aims a M240B at simulated enemy personnel during exercise Silent Savage at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 15, 2025. This exercise tested the unit’s ability to successfully detect enemy attacks by utilizing unit cohesion and strategic planning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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Senior Airman Joseph Gates, 31st Security Forces Squadron fire team member, shoots an M4 at simulated enemy forces during exercise Silent Savage at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 15, 2025. This exercise is meant to highlight the strengths and weaknesses in the team’s ability to tactically identify and respond to enemy advancements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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Senior Airman Jordan Payton, 31st Security Forces Squadron fire team member, fires an M4 at simulated enemy forces during exercise Silent Savage at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 15, 2025. The execution of this exercise assists in ensuring tactical movements are performed correctly, further confirming the team's ability to defend the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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Airman 1st Class Brennan Charles, 31st Security Forces Squadron fire team member, aims an M4 at enemy personnel during exercise Silent Savage at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 15, 2025. Exercise Silent Savage is an annual force on force exercise designed to analyze the unit’s tactics, techniques and procedures against enemy fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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2025 Wing Command Team photos

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2025 Wing Command Team photos

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From left, Airman 1st Class Samba Lo, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron avionics technician, and Airman 1st Class Racen Homan-Hall, 56th RGS engines technician, install engine exhaust covers onto an HH-60W Jolly Green II during exercise Jolly Vihar 25 at Pápa Air Base, Hungary, July 14, 2025. Exercise Jolly Vihar 25 demonstrates the 56th and 57th Rescue Squadrons’ ability to rapidly execute combat search and rescue operations with precision, reinforcing U.S. readiness across Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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31st Fighter Wing Change of Command 2025

U.S. Air Force Col. Beau Diers, 31st Fighter Wing incoming commander, renders his first salute as commander of the 31st FW during the 31st FW change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 11, 2025. Change of command ceremonies are a military tradition that represent a formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a unit from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jenna A. Bond)

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