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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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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

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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