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        Policy UpdatesNewsroomReoptimizationBIOGRAPHIESAF Senior Leaders      Joint services perform in IP war dayA U.S. Air Force KC-46 Pegasus assigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base refuels an F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 309th Fighter Squadron, Nov. 3, 2023, over the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Arizona. Instructor Pilot War Day in concert with Exercise Desert Hammer aimed to replicate intense aerial combat scenarios, featuring an array of aircraft from multiple branches and bases. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mason Hargrove)
                
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Luke AFB advances training during Exercise Desert HammerPublished Nov. 12, 2023
                    
                    By Airman 1st Class Mason Hargrove
                    
                    
                    56th Fighter Wing
            **LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. (AFNS) --**The 56th Fighter Wing conducted Instructor Pilot War Day in conjunction with a larger joint-force exercise hosted by the **944th Fighter Wing**, Exercise Desert Hammer, Nov. 3-4, over the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Arizona.

Exercise Desert Hammer combined with IP War Day, involved more than 300 combat support Airmen and 96 aircraft, this joint-force exercise is a routine event with U.S.**Air Force Reserve**,**Air National Guard**,**U.S. Marine Corps**, and**U.S. Navy**.

Joint services perform in IP war daySH-60 Sea Hawk aircraft assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 6 conduct landing and refueling operations, Nov. 3, 2023, at Gila Bend Auxiliary Airfield, Arizona. The SH-60’s participated in a total force effort where the 56th Fighter Wing conducted Instructor Pilot War Day in conjunction with a larger joint-force exercise hosted by the 944th Fighter Wing, Exercise Desert Hammer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jakob Hambright)
            
            
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                Download Hi-Res**56th Operations Group**commander. “This exercise solidifies the tactical readiness of ourAirmen and affirms their expertise, reinforcing our commitment to training the world’s greatest fighter pilots and combat-ready Airmen.”

The exercises aimed to replicate intense aerial combat scenarios, featuring an array of aircraft including**F-35A Lightning II**’s from the 61st Fighter Squadron,**F-16 Fighting Falcons**from 309th Fighter Squadron, F-35B Lightning II’s from**USMC Air Station Miramar**,and a **KC-46 Pegasus**and**F-15 Eagles**from**Seymour Johnson Air Force Base**.

“IP War Day is a testament to our commitment of advancing training and readiness,” saidU.S. Air Force Reserve Lt. Col. William Wisehart, 944th Operations Group deputy commander. “This exercise not only reinforces our operational capabilities but also strengthens our community ties, aligning with our mission to train combat ready Airmen and foster enduring partnerships.”

The exercise’s primary intent was to maintain and enhance tactical proficiency, particularly focusing on air-to-air defensive maneuvers in a variety of combat scenarios and contested areas. It aimed to bolster coordination and readiness among the various units, ensuring that aircrews are adept and prepared for the agile deployment of airpower in future operations.LR 



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