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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Senior Airman Collin Childs, 550th Helicopter Squadron flight engineer, performs post-flight checks on an MH-139A Grey Wolf at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025. As an FE, Childs plays a critical role in mission success, managing in-flight systems, monitoring aircraft performance, and assisting the pilots with navigation and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)

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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

A UH-1N Huey helicopter assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron lands at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025. The Huey is a versatile light-lift utility helicopter designed to support a wide range of missions. Its primary roles include transporting emergency security forces, providing security and surveillance for off-base nuclear weapons convoys, and conducting distinguished visitor airlifts. Beyond these core functions, the Huey is also used for disaster response, search and rescue, medical evacuations, airborne cable inspections, aircrew survival training support, aerial testing and routine transport to missile sites. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)

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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

An MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron prepares to land at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)

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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron prepare to land at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)

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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Two UH-1N Huey helicopters assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron and two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron prepare to land at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an MH-139 Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)

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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Two UH-1N Huey helicopters assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron and an MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron fly back to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an MH-139 Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)

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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

An MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron performs an Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission over Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)

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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron perform an Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission over Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)

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Medically and Mission Ready

Tech. Sgt. Christina Swope, 90th Medical Group medical laboratory scientist, sorts through a tray of viles at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Jan. 28, 2025. The biomedical laboratory is one of the 13 Air Force Specialty Codes within the Biomedical Science Corps, which is responsible for ensuring the care of military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Medically and Mission Ready

Maj. Julie Carpenter, 90th Medical Group pharmacy flight commander, organizes pill bottles at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Jan. 28, 2025. Pharmacy is one of the 13 Air Force Specialty Codes within the Biomedical Science Corps, which is responsible for ensuring the care of military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Medically and Mission Ready

Two Airmen from the 90th Medical Group physical therapy office practice exercises at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Jan. 28, 2025. Physical therapy is one of the 13 Air Force Specialty Codes within the Biomedical Science Corps, which is responsible for ensuring the care of military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Medically & Mission Ready

Tech. Sgt. Christina Swope, 90th Medical Group medical laboratory scientist, sorts through a tray of viles at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Jan. 28, 2025. The biomedical laboratory is one of the 13 Air Force Specialty Codes within the Biomedical Science Corps, which is responsible for ensuring the care of military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Medically and Mission Ready

Senior Airman Isaiah Torres, 90th Medical Group public health technician, receives an ear exam at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Jan. 28, 2025. Audiology is one of the 13 Air Force Specialty Codes within the Biomedical Science Corps, which is responsible for ensuring the care of military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Col. Manning's official photo

Col. Angela Manning, 90th Medical Group commander, poses for her official photo at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 21, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hunter Kirkland)

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Preparing for the worst-case scenarios

A 90th Medical Group Airman helps triage and care for a “victim” during a semiannual active shooter exercise at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 23, 2025. Acitve shooter exercises train military members to respond quickly and effectively to neutralize the threat, prevent loss of life and safeguard personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Preparing for the worst-case scenarios

A 90th Medical Group Airman helps triage and care for a “victim” during a semiannual active shooter exercise at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 23, 2025.Acitve shooter exercises train military members to respond quickly and effectively to neutralize the threat, prevent loss of life and safeguard personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Preparing for the worst-case scenarios

A 90th Missile Security Operations Squadron Tactical Response Force defender drags out a wounded “victim” during a semiannual active shooter exercise at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 23, 2025. Acitve shooter exercises train military members to respond quickly and effectively to neutralize the threat, prevent loss of life and safeguard personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Preparing for the worst-case scenarios

90th Missile Security Operations Squadron Tactical Response Force defenders respond to a semiannual active shooter exercise at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 23, 2025. Acitve shooter exercises train military members to respond quickly and effectively to neutralize the threat, prevent loss of life and safeguard personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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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

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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