ACC Leadership visits Moody, highlights mission readiness and warfighter capabilities Published Sept. 17, 2025 MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. — The commander of Air Combat Command, Gen. Adrian Spain, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Unterseher, ACC command chief, visited Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 16–17, 2025, to engage with airmen, recognize achievements and see firsthand how Moody’s missions contribute to the Air Force’s future fight. During the visit, Spain and Unterseher met with airmen from across the 23rd Wing and 93rd Air Ground Operations Wing, emphasizing how their work directly advances ACC’s focus on multi-domain readiness, excellence in combat operations, adapting to evolving strategic environments, bringing the future forward and empowering leaders at every level. “Everywhere I go, I see Airmen delivering combat capability, but here at Moody, it’s clear that readiness is more than a word, it’s a mindset.” Spain said. “The way you train, the way you fly, the way you execute every mission shows that you’re not waiting for the fight — you’re ready for it right now. That’s exactly what the joint force depends on.” The 23rd Wing employs a blend of attack and rescue capabilities that remain central to ACC’s global mission. HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters and HC-130J Combat King IIs ensure rescue forces can recover isolated personnel in contested environments, while A-10C Thunderbolt IIs provide precision close air support for combatant commanders. These assets, paired with highly trained airmen, ensure Moody delivers combat airpower and rescue expertise anywhere they are needed. This integration demonstrates how Moody strengthens combat lethality and domain-spanning readiness for future conflicts. “The Flying Tigers of the 23d Wing work tirelessly to ensure readiness to project power in the air domain—anywhere & anytime.” Said Col. Sean Hall, 23rd Wing commander. “Our mission is vital: to attack our adversaries and rescue our friends…and we will stop at nothing to achieve it.” The 93rd AGOW brings specialized ground capabilities that expand the Air Force’s reach. Its combat weather squadrons, base defense airmen and tactical air control parties integrate directly with joint and coalition forces, providing expertise that allows commanders to project power in any theater. Together, the 23rd WG and 93rd AGOW make Moody one of the few in the Air Force, combining air and ground capabilities to strengthen joint operations while advancing operational adaptability and leadership development. “Maximizing readiness across our three distinct mission sets in an effort to build coherent combat capability to support the joint force and global taskings is essential to survivability and mission success in the most contested environments,” said Col. John Blocher, 93rd AGOW commander. “Whether Tactical Air Control Party’s (TACP’s) are providing target updates to close the kill chain, base defense teams are providing specialized light maneuver forces to open contingency locations or staff weather officers are building remote weather sensors for real-time environmental data reporting, 93 AGOW Airmen are the ground experts, ready to deploy and deliver at a moment’s notice.” Spain highlighted the importance of Airmen confronting current and future challenges from peer adversaries and empowering leaders at every level. He encouraged Airmen to develop cross-functional skills and embrace innovation, calling these qualities essential for sustaining the Air Force’s advantage in a rapidly changing security environment and aligned with ACC’s drive for force modernization and cross-domain readiness. “Looking ahead to future operations, our success will depend on agility, speed, and a knack for innovative solutions," Spain stated. "It's not simply about getting aircraft in the air; it's about entrusting our Airmen with the skills and the confidence to operate effectively even when conditions are tough, in remote locations, with limited resources, and in the face of constant change. “ Leadership discussions with Spain, Hall and 93rd AGOW leaders also touched on initiatives to bring the future of Moody’s mission forward. These conversations addressed aspects of maintaining current readiness while also examining opportunities for improvement through new technology and innovative approaches. The dialogue tied directly into ACC’s broader push for combat proficiency and strategic adaptability, ensuring forces are not only equipped but trained and ready to employ capabilities decisively in any domain, at any time. “Airmen of all ranks and in all units across the 23d Wing are called upon to adapt and innovate every day,” Hall said. “We are building readiness for the next fight, no matter when or where that fight may be. As we modernize the way we train and deploy our forces, our team members our empowered to find unique solutions and share those lessons across Air Combat Command.” Unterseher spoke about the importance of caring for airmen and their families. He emphasized that readiness depends on resilient people as much as capable equipment, and that investing in quality-of-life initiatives remains a priority across ACC. This people-first approach ensures the strength of airmen and families remains at the heart of combat effectiveness. “Our people are the foundation of our combat power,” Unterseher said. “When Airmen know their families are supported, they can fully focus on the mission. That’s why we invest in their quality of life—because resilient families build resilient Airmen, and that’s what keeps us ready to answer the nation’s call at a moment’s notice.” During the visit, the leadership team witnessed the work being done by Moody's airmen to sustain a combat-credible force, advance modernization, implement ACE, and support their fellow airmen. These efforts touched upon broader themes crucial to the Air Force's future, such as maintaining readiness for complex operations, achieving high standards in all endeavors, adapting to changing threats, and incorporating new technologies, positioning the command for continued success in a dynamic future.