National Guard Patriot Exercise

National Guard Patriot Exercise PATRIOT is a DOMOPS training exercise sponsored by the National Guard Bureau (NGB) and accredited by the Joint National Training Capability (JNTC) Program.

PATRIOT is a domestic response training exercise sponsored by the National Guard Bureau (NGB) and accredited by the Joint National Training Capability (JNTC) Program. JNTC Accreditation validates the joint environment for participating Services. It also provides a forum for coordination with local, State, and Federal Civilian organizations. PATRIOT focuses on increasing the understanding of coordination, policies, and procedures required in conducting a Joint Inter-Agency domestic response. PATRIOT is designed to provide Total Force realistic DOMOPS training by providing a foundation that allows units to define their unique requirements and build them into the overall exercise scenario. This “BOTTOM-UP” planning philosophy gives commanders the freedom to train their units to their state missions. Utilizing Annual Training Days, coupled with hosting the exercise at a National Guard Bureau Combat Readiness Training Center (CRTC), makes the effort extremely cost effective. PATRIOT planners strive to develop cutting edge ways to accomplish training that is relevant, realistic and interesting. PATRIOT is committed to providing an innovative, and cost-effective training exercise as the US military continuously transforms to meet new missions, realignments, and budgetary allocations

08/29/2026

WHO YOU GONNA CALL?! 📞🇺🇸

When disaster hits, the Air National Guard is ready to answer the call.

For our Security Forces Defenders, disaster response isn’t just about security—it’s about serving the communities we call home. Working alongside local first responders, law enforcement, emergency management and state partners, our Guard members train to protect people, support recovery and help communities when they need it most.

Exercises like PATRIOT 26 build those relationships before the emergency happens—because when the call comes, we respond together.

Always Ready, Always There.

Natural disasters do not arrive on a schedule, and they rarely unfold according to plan. During Patriot 26, that uncerta...
08/28/2026

Natural disasters do not arrive on a schedule, and they rarely unfold according to plan. During Patriot 26, that uncertainty is part of the training, as 1,000 National Guardsmen from units across 35 states work alongside federal, state and local agencies to strengthen their ability to respond to emergencies together.

08/28/2026

TRAINING COMES IN DIFFERENT FORMS ✈️🚚

Loadmasters from the Georgia Air National Guard put their skills to work during , alongside our community partners, The Salvation Army and Verizon Frontline.

Moving vehicles and equipment by air takes planning, precision and teamwork. This unique training gave Airmen and participating outside agencies the opportunity to practice loading critical cargo that may need transport during a real-world disaster response in the future.

Load. Secure. Move. Respond.

🎥 Staff Sgt. Josiah Meece

| | Air National Guard | The National Guard d | The Salvation Army USA | |

REAL PEOPLE. REALISTIC TRAINING. 🎭🚑Realistic disaster-response training takes more than responders—it takes role players...
08/27/2026

REAL PEOPLE. REALISTIC TRAINING. 🎭🚑

Realistic disaster-response training takes more than responders—it takes role players who bring the scenario to life.

During , military members step into the role of people affected by a simulated disaster, giving Airmen, Soldiers and emergency response partners the opportunity to practice assessing situations, communicating with patients and making decisions under realistic conditions.

By stepping out of their everyday military roles and into the scenario, these service members help create more realistic challenges for the teams responding. Photos depict realistic training scenarios using role players. All injuries and events are simulated.

Realistic scenarios. Better training. Ready when it matters.

📷 Master Sgt. Amy M. Lovgren, Tech. Sgt. Austin Harvill, Tech. Sgt. Marissa Welker, Senior Airman Elijah Robinson

| | Air National Guard | The National Guard | U.S. Air Force Security Forces

08/27/2026

MISSION READY ✈️

A C-130 doesn’t get into the air by itself.

Before takeoff at , aircrew and ground crews work through mission planning, aircraft checks, equipment preparation and loading to make sure the aircraft—and the team—are ready for the mission ahead.

From the first check to wheels up, every person plays a part in getting the C-130 airborne.

🎥 Senior Airman Angelee Barnett

08/27/2026

READY FOR LAUNCH ✈️

Before an aircraft takes to the skies during , there’s a team on the ground making the mission happen.

From mission preparation and equipment checks to loading, startup and takeoff, aircrew and ground crews work together to ensure the aircraft is ready to support the exercise.

It takes a team to get the mission airborne.

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🎥 Sgt. 1st Class Brittany Conley

FUELING THE FORCE 🍽️💪Behind every mission is a team keeping the force fueled.Force Support Airmen and The Salvation Army...
08/27/2026

FUELING THE FORCE 🍽️💪

Behind every mission is a team keeping the force fueled.

Force Support Airmen and The Salvation Army are working together behind the scenes at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin to prepare and serve meals for participants during .

During the first two days of the exercise, The Salvation Army served more than 600 meals to role players and Airmen supporting disaster-response training.

From the kitchen to the training site, it takes a team to keep the mission moving.

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The National Guard | Air National Guard | Pennsylvania National Guard | Idaho National Guard | 167th Airlift Wing - West Virginia Air National Guard

📷Master Sgt. Amy M. Lovgren

08/26/2026

WHERE ARE YOU FROM? 📍🇺🇸

35 states. One exercise. One team.

Airmen, Soldiers and emergency response partners from across the country have come together for to train, share their experience and strengthen how we respond together.

So, where are you from? 👇

| | The National Guard | Air National Guard | | Tennessee National Guard | Wisconsin Emergency Management | | | Idaho National Guard | Georgia National Guard |

🎥 Patriot Exercise Public Affairs Team

BREAKING THROUGH 🧱🔨🐕 is putting search and rescue teams to the test!Wisconsin Task Force 1 Urban Search and Rescue and ...
08/25/2026

BREAKING THROUGH 🧱🔨🐕

is putting search and rescue teams to the test!

Wisconsin Task Force 1 Urban Search and Rescue and Airmen from the 115th Fighter Wing worked together during a simulated casualty rescue mission, using specialized techniques to breach structures and create access for rescuers.

The training also brought Wisconsin Fire and Rescue teams into action, including lifting Voodoo, a search and rescue K-9, to reach areas where survivors could be located.

Realistic scenarios. Different capabilities. One team working together when every second counts.

📷 Sgt. Chasity Williams and Master Sgt. Anthony Agosti

| | Air National Guard | The National Guard | Wisconsin Emergency Management | 115th Fighter Wing

WHAT IS PATRIOT 26? 🚁🚑 is putting teams to work!From hands-on medical training and setting up field operations to prepa...
08/25/2026

WHAT IS PATRIOT 26? 🚁🚑

is putting teams to work!

From hands-on medical training and setting up field operations to preparing aircraft and equipment, Airmen and Soldiers are working side by side to build the skills needed during a real-world response.

Every task. Every team. Every scenario. It all builds readiness.

Train together. Ready when it matters.

| | 133rd Airlift Wing | 165th Airlift Wing | 123rd Airlift Wing - Kentucky Air National Guard |

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