57 RQS enhances underwater operations through Artemis training

A U.S. Air Force pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron based out of Aviano Air Base, Italy, ascends using a dive elevator after completing a training dive in Medulin, Croatia, June 11, 2026. The dive elevator allows divers wearing heavy equipment to safely and efficiently return to the

57 RQS develops future dive supervisors during deep dive training

A U.S. Air Force pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron adjusts a wetsuit before a dive in Medulin, Croatia,June 10, 2026. Divers ensured exposure protection and gear fit properly before entering the water to maximize safety and performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class

57 RQS strengthens combat dive readiness through buoyancy training

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron pararescueman, oversee pre-dive procedures before a training dive in Medulin, Croatia,June 9, 2026. The training allowed pararescuemen to refine dive fundamentals and maintain operational readiness through realistic maritime

Aviano Rescue Squadrons train in the High North

Airmen from Aviano Air Base’s 56th Rescue and Rescue Generation Squadrons and the 57th Rescue Squadron participated in Exercise Cold Response 26, a Norwegian-led training exercise designed to prepare NATO forces to operate effectively together in extreme cold-weather environments.

31 FW deputy commander prepares for flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Kingry, 31st Fighter Wing deputy commander, buckles into an HH-60W Jolly Green II before taking off at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Jan. 22, 2026. Kingry is a command pilot with more than 2,500 total hours in the HH-60G Pave Hawk and HH-60W Jolly Green II and has flown over

Aviano AB takes to the skies with 56th RQS, 57th RQS

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Mathew Hawkins, 56th Rescue Squadron senior enlisted leader, gazes outside of a U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II during a training mission near Aviano Air Base, Italy, May 27, 2025. The 56th RQS provides a rapidly-deployable, worldwide combat rescue and reaction

57th RQS returns with honor

Airmen from the 57th RQS were greeted by friends, family and beloved pets after their six month deployment to the Horn of Africa to provide search and rescue support.

57th RQS: Aid from above

57th Rescue Squadron trains alongside Swedish Air Force

U.S Airmen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron teamed with Swedish Air Force Rangers to execute an integrated Arctic Partnership Recovery exercise, at Vidsel Air Base, Sweden, Feb. 25-March 2.  Approximately 20 pararescue members from the 57th RQS and 12 Swedish Air Force Rangers participated

Third Air Force commander, command chief visit Aviano

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Derek France, Third Air Force commander, right, and his spouse Mrs. Amanda France, are briefed on the float pod inside of the 31st Medical Group Comprehensive Operational Medicine for Battle Ready Airmen clinic at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Nov. 22, 2022. The clinic houses