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Spc. Josephine Malloy, mass communications specialist for the 114th Public Affairs Detachment, takes a photo during Saber Junction 25 at the Hohenfels Training Area, Joint Multinational Readiness Center, Germany on Sept. 9, 2025. For its annual training, the PAD provided public affairs support to Saber Junction, a multinational military exercise involving more than 7,600 participants from 15 allied and partner nations. Photo by Sgt. Christian Aquino, JMRC.

Tech. Sgt. Amber Martine of the 157th Air Refueling Wing, New Hampshire Air National Guard, dashes through Concord’s Karner blue butterfly conservation easement during a 30-kilometer Norwegian Foot March on June 14, 2025.

Soldiers and airmen with the New Hampshire National Guard stand in formation during a change of responsibility and retirement ceremony June 8, 2025, at the Edward Cross Training Complex in Pembroke, N.H.

position, while Gillian serves at Pease Air National Guard Base in Newington, New Hampshire, as a respiratory therapist with the 157th Medical Group. They participated in a brief National Twin Day Q&A this year to recognize the holiday.

State congressional staffers gather in front of the Spirit of Portsmouth, KC-46A Pegasus on Aug. 23, 2022, at Pease Air National Guard Base in Newington, N.H.

Civilian employers from New Hampshire pose at Fort Drum, New York, while visiting with Guardsmen in the field July 21, 2022.

As part of annual training, the 238th Medevac Company, NHARNG, conducts sling-load training June 22, 2022, at Joint Base Cape Cod in Bourne, Mass.

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The 157th Air Refueling Wing will spearhead the modernization of the KC-46A Pegasus after its selection as a combined test force in September at Pease Air National Base in Newington, N.H.

Backed by New Hampshire’s governor and congressional leadership, the first-ever KC-46A CTF will operate under the authority of the Air National Guard’s Air Force Reserve Test Center or AATC. The partnership with the Tucson, Arizona-based testing facility establishes the New Hampshire Air National Guard wing as a critical player in the development of advanced capabilities for the U.S. Air Force next-generation refueler.

Pivotal Role

By NHNG Public Affairs | Nov. 3, 2025

The 157th Air Refueling Wing will spearhead the modernization of the KC-46A Pegasus after its selection as a combined test force this month at Pease Air National Base in Newington.

NH Gov. Kelly Ayotte presents Col. Pablo Soriano, chief of staff of the Salvadoran Air Force, with a plaque to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the New Hampshire National Guard-El Salvador State Partnership Program on Sept. 6, 2025, at Pease Air National Guard Base in Newington, N.H. The modest ceremony was held on the flight line between aerial demonstrations of the Thunder Over New Hampshire Air Show. Photo by Master Sgt. Charles Johnston, JFHQ Public Affairs.

Silver Jubilee

By Master Sgt. Charles Johnston | Sept. 8, 2025

New Hampshire and El Salvador celebrated the 25th anniversary of its State Partnership Program on Sept. 6 at Pease Air National Guard Base in Newington.

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels perform during the Thunder Over New Hampshire Air Show and Open House at Pease Air National Guard Base, NH, Sept. 6, 2025. The Blue Angels fly F/A-18 Super Hornets and a C-130J Super Hercules during their performances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)

Pease hosts Thunder Over New Hampshire Air Show

By 157th ARW Public Affairs | Sept. 8, 2025

Over 60,000 people braved a mixed weather forecast to get a close-up view of military aviation, Sept. 6–7 for the Thunder Over New Hampshire Air Show at Pease Air National Guard Base, New Hampshire.

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Night To Remember Retired SSG Jose Pequeño, who suffered a severe head injury during combat in Iraq, 2006, is flanked by NHTAG David Mikolaities, State CSM Caleb Smith & his mother Nelida Bagley during a gala honoring the 20th anniversary of his "Alive Year" on Feb. 28 in Tampa. https://t.co/39spoljBEs

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Don't Tread On Me Senior Airman Recep Dereli, an aircraft hydraulics journeyman with the 64th Air Refueling Squadron, checks the tire pressure of a KC-46 Pegasus during an operational readiness exercise Feb. 6 at Pease Air National Guard Base in Newington. https://t.co/7ylYqXLKfL

Catching Her Breath Airman 1st Class Will Emerling, equipment technician for 133rd Aerial Refueling Squadron, tests oxygen & helmet communications for Tech. Sgt. Amy James, boom operator for 64th Air Refueling Squadron, at Pease ANGB on Feb. 6. https://t.co/20CXsszgb8

Exponentially Better A new, $16 million small arms range at Pease Air National Guard Base will enhance readiness, boost training efficiency and modernize weapons qualification for airmen assigned to 157th Air Refueling Wing . https://t.co/tp162qRwbB https://t.co/d8UfKAegWo

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An aircraft trainer is engulfed in smoke and flames in preparation for a training exercise at Tucson International Airport, Tucson, Arizona, Feb. 25, 2026. The Federal Aviation Administration requires regular training for emergency personnel at all airports to ensure crews have the ability to respond quickly and effectively to aircraft mishaps. Photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephen Luke.

Arizona Guard Firefighters Participate in Emergency Exercise

By Staff Sgt. Guadalupe Beltran, | March 5, 2026

TUCSON, Ariz. – Firefighters from the Arizona Guard’s 162nd Wing participated in a full-scale

After spending three nights at base camps near Haltdalen, Norway, members of NOREX 53 complete the ski march up the mountain on Feb. 9, 2026. Over the previous four days, members of the 53rd Norwegian Reciprocal Troop Exchange adjusted from surviving to thriving while living in a Arctic environment. NOREX began in 1973 and remains the longest-running military exchange between the United States and a foreign nation. Photo by Master Sgt. Megan Shaner.

Minnesota Guard Strengthens Partnership, Trains in Norway’s Arctic Environment

By Master Sgt. Megan Shaner, | March 5, 2026

TRØNDELAG, Norway – One hundred Soldiers and Airmen from the Minnesota National Guard traveled to

Army National Guard safety professionals participate in a classroom discussion during the Army National Guard Safety Orientation and Mentorship Course at Martindale Army Airfield Armory in San Antonio. The course brings safety leaders from across the nation together to share lessons learned, discuss risk management practices and strengthen safety programs that support Soldier readiness. Photo by Maj. Craig Heilig.

Texas Army Guard Hosts Safety Leaders on Readiness

By Maj. Craig Heilig, | March 4, 2026

SAN ANTONIO – Army National Guard safety professionals from across the country gathered Feb. 24-26

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