102nd Intelligence Wing

06/05/2026

The 102nd Intelligence Wing is conducting a training exercise, June 3-7, 2026, at Otis Air National Guard Base, Massachusetts.

As part of the planned exercise, residents of the local community may hear simulated weapons fire, sirens or the installation's public address system related to the training, but there is no need for concern.

Periodic exercises help train personnel and sharpen their skills to ensure they are prepared to respond during an actual emergency.

Direct all questions to the 102nd Intelligence Wing Public Affairs Office via email at [email protected] or 508-968-7200

The 102nd Intelligence Wing is scheduled to conduct a training exercise here, June 3-7, 2026.

06/01/2026

Forging lethal defenders and warfighters ⚡💪

Air National Guard Security Forces defenders from five states enhanced air base ground defense tactics, techniques and procedures during the U.S. Army's 3rd Battalion, The 75th Ranger Regiment certification exercise at Fort Benning, Georgia.

Defenders completed a multi-day OPFOR academy featuring small-unit tactics, live-fire training, counter-sUAS familiarization and mission planning, led by the U.S. Army Special Operations Command Counter Threat Home Station Training Team.

They then deployed to an austere airfield for a weeklong point-defense mission, operating under field conditions with limited resources.

Visit this link to read more: https://www.102iw.ang.af.mil/Media/News/Display/Article/4505334/air-national-guard-defenders-enhance-air-base-defense-skills-during-ranger-exer/

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📷 Air National Guard photos by Senior Airman Julia Ahaesy

05/08/2026

Elevating mission readiness 📡

Airmen from the 212th Engineering Installation Squadron conducted tower-climbing training, sharpening the skills needed to sustain and strengthen communications systems at home and abroad.

Training included climbing, preventive maintenance, knot-tying and vehicle operations in preparation for an upcoming mission. During the mission, Airmen will scale a 112-foot tower to install cabling systems and antennas, improving base communications and strengthening critical air-to-ground and ground-to-air links in support of F-16C operations.

Visit this link to read more: https://www.102iw.ang.af.mil/Media/News/Display/Article/4481955/engineering-installation-airmen-sharpen-tower-climbing-skills-during-mission-tr/

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05/06/2026

Congratulations on your retirement, Chief Sylvia! 🇺🇸

After 31 years of dedicated service, Chief Master Sgt. Tracy Sylvia concluded her military career guiding force support operations for 1,300 wing members, leading personnel and directing human resource programs.

Thank you for your outstanding leadership, commitment and service. Wishing you all the best in your next chapter! 👋

04/21/2026

Ready to save lives 🇺🇸🚑

Medics from the 102nd Intelligence Wing and 104th Fighter Wing stood ready at the start line of the 130th Boston Marathon after preparing early yesterday morning in Hopkinton to provide critical medical and casualty support in the event of an emergency.

The Massachusetts National Guard — The Nation's First Soldiers and Airmen supported civil authorities by providing medical care and security throughout the route, helping ensure a safe and positive experience for runners and spectators.

Whether supporting large-scale events or responding to crises, the Air National Guard remains ready, working alongside local, state and federal partners to protect and serve communities when they are needed most.



📷 Air National Guard photos by Tech. Sgt. Andres Escobar

04/20/2026

Pushing limits in a joint environment 💪

Senior Airman Jake Harrison and Tech. Sgt. Patrick McGuiness from the 102nd Intelligence Wing, and Airman 1st Class Elijah Harris-Lariviere from the 104th Fighter Wing, represented the Air National Guard at the 2026 Massachusetts Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition.

The three-day competition brought together more than 40 soldiers, noncommissioned officers and airmen from the Massachusetts National Guard — The Nation's First and Irish Defence Forces, testing physical endurance, tactical skills and mental resilience. Events included the Expert Physical Fitness Assessment, weapons qualification and stress shoot, land navigation, warrior lanes and a 12-mile ruck march.

Airmen pushed their limits, built joint-service relationships and returned with sharpened skills and increased readiness to bring back to their units.

Visit this link to read more: https://www.102iw.ang.af.mil/Media/News/Display/Article/4464775/102nd-intelligence-wing-airmen-compete-in-2026-massachusetts-army-national-guar/

04/17/2026

Sustaining personnel. Strengthening the mission. 💪

The 102nd Force Support Squadron strengthened its mission capabilities during a Home Station Readiness Training event, bringing together Airmen from across specialties for hands-on training on Otis Air National Guard Base, ready to deploy when called.

From contingency personnel support and search and recovery to shelter building, feeding operations, and professional development, Airmen built the skills needed to operate in austere environments and keep missions moving.

Visit this link to read more: https://www.102iw.ang.af.mil/.../force-support-airmen.../

04/03/2026

The battlefield is invisible, but the fight is real. 🌐

Engineering installation experts from across the Total Force recently joined forces at Keesler Air Force Base to accelerate the Air Force’s Spectrum Awareness Resolution Team capability.

This collaboration is vital to ensuring our warfighters can operate freely in the complex electromagnetic spectrum. By developing standardized training and advanced tactics, these airmen are building a more lethal and ready force to guarantee mission success.

Visit this link to read more: https://www.102iw.ang.af.mil/Media/News/Display/Article/4451331/total-force-airmen-advance-electromagnetic-spectrum-capabilities/