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WWI Ace Capt. Hamilton Coolidge is reinterred in Chevières After 106 Years
September 19, 2024 — Capt. Hamilton Coolidge, a World War I flying ace from the 94th Aero Squadron and the third great-grandson of U.S. President Thomas Jefferson, was reinterred in the village of Chevières, France, on Sept. 15, 2024, where he was shot down during an aerial engagement 106 years ago. The reinterment was organized to ensure the protection of his remains, which were at risk due to erosion from the Aire River near his original burial site... MORE

U.S. Air Force Airmen pay their respects during the reinterment of Capt. Hamilton Coolidge in Chevières, France.

JBLE members participate in Red Flag Alaska 21-3
September 8, 2021 — Members of the 1st Fighter Wing and 192nd Wing from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, participated in Red Flag Alaska 21-3 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, from Aug. 12 - 27, 2021... MORE

A U.S. Air Force jet refuels mid-flight.

Maintainers: Keeping the F-22 in the fight
August 27, 2021 — When a car doesn’t run properly, it gets taken to a mechanic. When a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor needs a check, there isn’t time to send it to a shop. That’s where aircraft maintainers from the 1st Fighter Wing, 192nd Wing, and 1st Maintenance Squadron make their living... MORE

The 94th FS returns to JBLE following rapid deployment
December 21, 2020 — Members that deployed with the 94th Fighter Squadron returned to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, from a rapid deployment in support of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility Dec. 19, 2020... MORE

1st Fighter Wing Raptors deploy to support WestPac
November 16, 2020 — A contingent of 94th Fighter Squadron Airmen and F-22 Raptors assigned to the 1st Fighter Wing, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia deployed to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, to conduct missions in the Western Pacific. By working alongside allied and joint partner air forces, WestPac aims to integrate 4th and 5th generation fighters, and provide an opportunity to build experience and competence in dynamic force employment processes and concepts... MORE

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor aircraft assigned to the 1st Fighter Wing takes flight.

The past meets the present: 1 FW hosts reunion tour
October 24, 2019 — The Air Force lifestyle is sometimes full of traditions ranging from formal military ceremonies, to carrying small coins stamped with the unit’s insignia. As trivial as some traditions may seem, understanding where a unit has been is key to knowing where they’re going... MORE

1st Fighter Wing Alumni pose with a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor aircraft during the 1st Fighter Wing Association Reunion at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 18, 2019. During the visit, attendees got an up close look at a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor aircraft, received a mission brief and met with current 1 FW leadership. In attendance were former pilots and maintainers of the 1 FW, along with their spouses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Marcus M. Bullock)

The State of the 1st Fighter Wing
October 17, 2018 — “First to the Fight!” You may have seen the slogan flashed on the sortie board outside the wing headquarters building, or you may have seen it at the bottom of an email. Our motto represents more than just our unit’s number or designation. It encapsulates our wing’s noble, century-old heritage, forged by the scores of maintainers and aviators who wore our unit colors before us. And it points to our role today sustaining their legacy of air power dominance... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Jason Hinds (center), 1st Fighter Wing commander; U.S. Air Force Col. Steve Fino (left), 1st FW vice commander; and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Johnny Harris, 1st FW command chief, pose for a photo in front of an F-22 Raptor from the 1st FW at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 10, 2018. The 100-year-old 1st FW is home to the 94th Fighter Squadron, 27th FS and the 71st Fighter Training Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)

JBLE Airmen return from frontline
October 10, 2018 — U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 1st Fighter Wing and the 192nd Fighter Wing returned to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, from a deployment to the Middle East on Oct. 9, 2018... MORE

1st Fighter Wing senior leaders welcome U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 94th Fighter Squadron home at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 9, 2018. During a 6-month deployment, the U.S. Air Force Airmen and F-22 Raptors delivered air superiority during combat operations, supporting Operation Inherent Resolve and the fight against enemy forces in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie)

94th, 27th AMUs face off in quarterly competition
August 3, 2016 — U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 27th Aircraft Maintenance Unit compete during the 1st Maintenance Squadron Weapons Load Crew of the Quarter competition at Langley Air Force Base, Va., July 29, 2016. During the quarterly competition, three-person teams from the 27th and 94th AMUs competed to correctly load two AIM-9 missiles and a GBU-32 Joint Direct... MORE

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 27th Aircraft Maintenance Unit compete during the 1st Maintenance Squadron Weapons Load Crew of the Quarter competition at Langley Air Force Base, Va., July 29, 2016. During the quarterly competition, three-person teams from the 27th and 94th AMUs competed to correctly load two AIM-9 missiles and a GBU-32 Joint Direct Attack Munition the fastest. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. R. Alex Durbin)

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