U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Air Force defenders assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron receive a briefing from U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training reinforced teamwork, communication, and cross-service coordination essential to NATO operations, strengthening the 39th Air Base Wing’s ability to support joint and contingency missions throughout the European theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, and U.S. Air Force defenders assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron review in-flight safety procedures aboard a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training enhanced cross-service understanding and readiness for combined mission environments, supporting United States European Command and NATO objectives across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Christopher Zavala, 39th Security Forces Squadron weapons and tactics NCOIC, practice off-loading procedures from a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training strengthened proficiency in rapid embarkation techniques essential to expeditionary operations, ensuring Airmen remain prepared to support NATO allies and partner nations during crisis response missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron run toward a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training strengthened proficiency in rapid embarkation techniques essential to expeditionary operations, ensuring Airmen remain prepared to support NATO allies and partner nations during crisis response missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Air Force defenders assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron receive instruction from U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, beside a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training reinforced teamwork, communication, and cross-service coordination essential to NATO operations, strengthening the 39th Air Base Wing’s ability to support joint and contingency missions throughout the European theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Air Force defenders assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron gather around a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training reinforced teamwork, communication, and cross-service coordination essential to NATO operations, strengthening the 39th Air Base Wing’s ability to support joint and contingency missions throughout the European theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Oliver Beasley, 39th Security Forces Squadron security response team member, secures his seatbelt inside a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training reinforced safety, coordination, and readiness across Air Force and Army operations, supporting the 39th Air Base Wing’s mission to strengthen joint interoperability and enable U.S. and NATO contingency response. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Air Force defenders assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron exit a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The exercise reinforced safety, coordination, and readiness across Air Force and Army operations, supporting the 39th Air Base Wing’s mission to strengthen joint interoperability and enable U.S. and NATO contingency response. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Air Force defenders assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron sit inside a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training enhanced interoperability and understanding of U.S. Army air operations in support of joint mission readiness and the 39th Air Base Wing’s role in enabling U.S. and NATO operations across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Air Force defenders assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron and U.S. Army Soldiers conduct pre-flight safety checks aboard a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training enhanced inter-service integration and strengthened operational readiness for real-world mission execution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Collin Hawkins, 39th Security Forces Squadron flight commander, and Tech. Sgt. Justyn Whitehead, 39th SFS security response team member, sit inside a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training improved communication and coordination between Air Force and Army personnel supporting NATO contingency operations and the 39th Air Base Wing’s mission to enable U.S. and allied readiness across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Air Force defenders assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron sit inside a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The training reinforced teamwork, communication, and cross-service coordination essential to NATO operations, strengthening the 39th Air Base Wing’s ability to support joint and contingency missions throughout the European theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Styles Tok, 39th Security Forces Squadron security response team member, secures his seatbelt inside a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to Bravo Company, 4th Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, during joint rotary-wing familiarization training at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Nov. 10, 2025. The event strengthened cross-service coordination and mission preparedness for rapid air movement and deployment scenarios, supporting the 39th Air Base Wing’s role in enabling U.S. and NATO contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.S. Army and 39th SFS strengthen interoperability through rotary-wing training

Published Nov. 19, 2025
By Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing
39th Air Base Wing Public Affairs

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