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AF Reserve Hurricane Hunters This is the official page of the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters. The 403rd Wing Public Affairs office maintains this page. This is a moderated forum.

The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron of the 403rd Wing collects data for tropical weather and winter storms. If you wish to comment, use the text box. The Department of the Air Force reserves the right to modify this policy at any time. That means all comments will be reviewed. In addition, we expect that participants will treat each other, as well as our agency and our employees, with respect. We will not allow comments that contain abusive or vulgar language, hate speech, personal attacks, comments that violate equal employment opportunity policy or are offensive to others, or similar content to remain. We will not allow comments that are spam, are clearly “off topic,” promote services or products, infringe on copyright-protected material, or contain links that do not contribute to the discussion to remain. Comments that make unsupported accusations will not be allowed. The Air Force alone will determine which comment will be posted. Any references to commercial entities, products, services or other nongovernmental organizations or individuals that remain on the site are provided solely for the information of individuals using this page. These references are not intended to reflect the opinion of the Department of the Air Force, Department of Defense, the U.S., or their employees concerning
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10/10/2026

Our thoughts are with the communities facing Hurricane Isaias and the first responders helping them.

This footage offers a view from the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters’ mission into the storm, where crews collected weather data to support National Hurricane Center forecasts.

If you’re in an affected area, stay : Follow official weather alerts and local emergency officials’ instructions. Never drive through floodwaters.

10/09/2026

Through the storm, into the eye. 🌀

See what the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters saw this afternoon in this time-lapse of their flight through Hurricane . Crews collect weather data to support National Hurricane Center forecasts.

Stay : Follow official weather updates and local officials’ safety instructions.

See what our crews see inside Hurricane Isaias. This footage captures the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters’ passes th...
10/09/2026

See what our crews see inside Hurricane Isaias. This footage captures the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters’ passes through the eye as they collect weather data to support National Hurricane Center forecasts.

View and download the imagery on DVIDS:
https://www.dvidshub.net/video/1026047/into-hurricane-isaias

The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit assigned to the 403rd Wing at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, flew through Hurricane Isaias Oct. 9, 2026 to collect weather data for National Hurricane Center forecasts. (U.S. Air Force video by Lt. Col. Mark Withee)

10/09/2026

Teal 73 is airborne! The Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters are flying their sixth mission into Hurricane Isaias, collecting weather data to support National Hurricane Center forecasts. Crews will continue flying missions into the storm until landfall.

Stay weather-ready: Monitor National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service updates, review your emergency supplies and follow local officials’ evacuation instructions. Never drive through flooded roads. Turn around, don’t drown!

We are continuing operations in support of National Hurricane Center forecasts as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf C...
10/08/2026

We are continuing operations in support of National Hurricane Center forecasts as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast. Operating from Kelly Field, Texas, our crews will fly into the storm to collect critical weather data that helps forecasters refine Isaias’ track, intensity and timing. While our aircraft are relocated from Keesler Air Force Base, our mission continues.

Click below to learn more:

The Air Force Reserve’s 403rd Wing relocated its aircraft Oct. 8 as Hurricane Isaias approaches the U.S. Gulf Coast.

Out tracking Tropical Storm Isaias. Remember to follow instructions from the local emergency management officials and li...
10/07/2026

Out tracking Tropical Storm Isaias. Remember to follow instructions from the local emergency management officials and listen to local weather reports. Keep safe and stay

09/26/2026

Into the storm. Through the eye. On a mission for data. 🌀✈️

Go inside a 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron “Hurricane Hunter” mission as Air Force Reserve aircrews fly through Hurricane Nolo, operating specialized equipment and collecting critical meteorological data from inside the storm.

From the flight deck to the weather station and dropsonde operator, every crew member plays a role in gathering and transmitting real-time atmospheric data to the National Hurricane Center. NHC forecasters use these observations to better determine a storm’s location, intensity and structure and improve forecasts.

It’s a mission that takes the Hurricane Hunters where satellites can’t get the full picture—directly into the storm.

09/26/2026

Into the storm. Through the eye. On a mission for data. 🌀✈️

Go inside a 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron “Hurricane Hunter” mission as Air Force Reserve aircrews fly through Hurricane Nolo, operating specialized equipment and collecting critical meteorological data from inside the storm.

From the flight deck to the weather station and dropsonde operator, every crew member plays a role in gathering and transmitting real-time atmospheric data to the National Hurricane Center. NHC forecasters use these observations to better determine a storm’s location, intensity and structure and improve forecasts.

It’s a mission that takes the Hurricane Hunters where satellites can’t get the full picture—directly into the storm.

Into the eye. 🌀Col. Stephen Pituch, 403rd Operations Group commander and pilot, flies through the eye of Hurricane Nolo ...
09/26/2026

Into the eye. 🌀

Col. Stephen Pituch, 403rd Operations Group commander and pilot, flies through the eye of Hurricane Nolo while supporting the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron’s mission to collect critical meteorological data from inside the storm.

Known as the Air Force Reserve “Hurricane Hunters,” the 53rd WRS flies directly into tropical systems to gather atmospheric data that would otherwise be unavailable. That information is transmitted to the National Hurricane Center, where forecasters use it to improve storm analyses and forecasts—helping communities make informed decisions as storms approach.

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701 Fisher Street, Rm 204
Keesler Air Force Base, MS
39534

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Wednesday 8am - 4:45pm
Thursday 8am - 4:45pm
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