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Leadership

Colonel John D. Beatty
943rd Rescue Group Commander

Mission and Vision
Mission - The 943rd Rescue Group organizes, trains and equips mission ready citizen airmen to perform personnel recovery operations worldwide.

Vision - The 943rd Rescue Group will be a premier Combat Rescue Organization providing world class combat ready Citizen Airmen and resources to the ever changing national security environment, anytime, anywhere.
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Davis Monthan Air Force Base Directory Assistance
520-228-3900

943rd RQG Public Affairs
943rqg.pa@dm.af.mil
Phone: 520-228-5952

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73 group members and 3 of our helicopters just returned from #KeenSword17, and h...

Ever seen an HH-60 aerial refueling? It's one of the things that makes our #Pave...

The Air Force Public Affairs Agency recently launched Volume VII of "Veterans in...

241 years. Two hundred forty one years. Wow. All we can say is thank you to our ...

Our medics supported a race in Phoenix over this past drill weekend. Watch: ht...

Search and rescue has a long history. Proud to continue the legacy at the 943rs ...

The 943rd Maintenance Squadron Propulsion Flight ensures that the HH-60G Pave Ha...

We sent 73 Airmen and 3 HH-60 #PaveHawk helicopters to Keen Sword '17 at Kadena ...

As an #AFreserve #combatsearchandrescue unit, our tradition is a longstanding on...

Or condolences to the family of the lost hiker who our 304th RQS #pararescuemen ...

The 304th Rescue Squadron is a geographically-separated Guardian Angel unit belo...

We are so blessed to have a #Tucson community that loves and supports our base a...

Our parent Wing, the 920th Rescue Wing, is at Patrick. Our thoughts and prayers ...

Our PJs were at a competition in Florida last week, at our parent Wing. Check ou...

RT @AirForceReserve: Wonder what it's like to work on a #PaveHawk? Now you know: https://t.co/dKJH6CgGRQ #AFReserve #HH60 @943rdRQG https:/…

Todd Weiler is hosting a townhall to recognize the organizations named as this year's recipients of the #SecDefFreedomAward Aug 18 2p EDT

That's our #Pararescueman right there! His day job is medical student, his #Reserve job is at the #943RQG https://t.co/QjJ6znDkIj

@USAFReserve #rescue #Airmen returned from #Africa! @AirForceReserve @AirForceTimes @AirForceMag @USAfricaCommand https://t.co/hYBCEp2ruU

There's a whole career field of #weapons #maintainers! Our #HH60s couldn't fly without them #airpower @USAFReserve https://t.co/tUBgD7Ivj5

Wanna be a #Pararescueman? Join the #AirForceReserve - it's the best of both worlds! @USAFReserve #CitizenAirmen https://t.co/ypBeYSLdwi

Use my invite code, carolynh2121ue, and get a free ride up to $20. Redeem it at https://t.co/ubZjYF4Q0m

The #305RQS, responsible for thousands of #rescues in its history, gained a new commander Sunday. https://t.co/BEmyFgvspP

Our thoughts and prayers are with the men and women of @JBSA_Official https://t.co/Wl4e1NTZ6q

LtCol Peterson flew the #Rescue mission made famous by @mark_wahlberg in #LoneSurvivor, and he retired today. #USAFR https://t.co/YbeUPjm1EL

#USAF LtCol Peterson retired today in front of the helo in which he rescued @MarcusLuttrell from #Afghanistan in 05 https://t.co/ugIEzPjmQP

Today, Lt. Col John Beatty will be promoted and assume command of the #943rdRQG! #Rescue #CSAR #TOML @TucsonNewsNow https://t.co/kmGYjSDQJ1

@warriorradiotuc who are you interviewing!

@conniestevens8 @USAFReserve #Airmen talking #Women's #War #memorial in #Washington in 1997 https://t.co/zPcvNzbF6z https://t.co/RsA00NO3qg

@TobyKeithMusic #AirForce #Reserve Airmen met you in #Afghanistan on a @the_USO tour: https://t.co/zPcvNzbF6z thx! https://t.co/FjiIwFfKtI

@jayleno we have @AirForceReserve #Airmen reminiscing about meeting you on @the_USO tours https://t.co/zPcvNzbF6z https://t.co/JhLJ27e3Ye

Our #Reserve #rescue #Airman talking @TheLeeGreenwood, @FedEx and #OpDesertStorm on @warriorradiotuc radio - replay: https://t.co/i8nZ9yULoR

Tune in to @warriorradiotuc for the replay of yesterday's interview about #OpDesertStorm https://t.co/lySCexgQ0K #USAFR #LEEGREENWOOD #FEDEX

@ESGR talking about your phenomenal support on @warriorradiotuc --thanks for all you do for the #Guard and #reserve! https://t.co/vPLcFHx8hd

@FedEx an AF #Reservist talking on @warriorradiotuc about supportive employers like you! https://t.co/06pa8611Or https://t.co/i7JFkmrFlF

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304th RQS partners with federal, civilian emergency responders

304th RQS partners with federal, civilian emergency responders

304th RQS partners with federal, civilian emergency responders

Cascadia Rising exercise showcases military rescue skillsets

Hawgsmoke A-10s fly with HH-60s

Hawgsmoke A-10s fly with HH-60s

Hawgsmoke A-10s fly with HH-60s

Congrats to the 47th Fighter Squadron on their win!

Rescue personnelists host IRR muster

Rescue personnelists host IRR muster

Rescue personnelists host IRR muster

Reserve Rescue Airmen return to D-M from Africa

Reserve Rescue Airmen return to D-M from Africa

Reserve Rescue Airmen return to D-M from Africa

306th Rescue Squadron comes home with 6 saves

Pararescuemen descend on Eloy, Ariz.

Pararescuemen descend on Eloy, Ariz.

Pararescuemen descend on Eloy, Ariz.

Month of the military child

Month of the military child

Month of the military child

Lone Survivor rescue pilot retires

Lone Survivor rescue pilot retires

Lone Survivor rescue pilot retires

“Sir, I assume command; but first … let me take a selfie!”

“Sir, I assume command; but first … let me take a selfie!”

“Sir, I assume command; but first … let me take a selfie!”

Ready, aim, fire!

Ready, aim, fire!

Ready, aim, fire!

2-star experiences combat search and rescue

2-star experiences combat search and rescue

2-star experiences combat search and rescue

600-hr phase inspection keeps HH-60 fleet healthy

600-hr phase inspection keeps HH-60 fleet healthy

600-hr phase inspection keeps HH-60 fleet healthy

943rd Rescue Group gains new commander

943rd Rescue Group gains new commander

943rd Rescue Group gains new commander

HH-60 Pave Hawks from the 33rd Rescue Squadron, 943rd Rescue Group and Japan Air Self-Defense Force, fly in formation during exercise Keen Sword 17, Nov. 7, 2016, near Okinawa, Japan. The U.S.-Japan mutual security treaty allows the U.S. to provide forward-based forces that can rapidly react to counter aggression against Japan and other allies. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Stephen G. Eigel)

Tech. Sgt. Michael Parker installs an oil filter on the T700D-GE-700D engine, which provides power to the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter. The primary mission of the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter is to conduct day or night personnel recovery operations into hostile environments to recover isolated personnel during war. The HH-60G is also tasked to perform military operations other than war, including civil search and rescue, medical evacuation, disaster response, humanitarian assistance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Luke Johnson)

Tech. Sgt. Michael Parker removes an oil filter on the T700D-GE-700D engine, which provides power to the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter. The primary mission of the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter is to conduct day or night personnel recovery operations into hostile environments to recover isolated personnel during war. The HH-60G is also tasked to perform military operations other than war, including civil search and rescue, medical evacuation, disaster response, humanitarian assistance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Luke Johnson)

Staff Sgt. Jason Hobbs performs routine maintenance on the T700D-GE-700D engine, which provides power to the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter. The primary mission of the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter is to conduct day or night personnel recovery operations into hostile environments to recover isolated personnel during war. The HH-60G is also tasked to perform military operations other than war, including civil search and rescue, medical evacuation, disaster response, humanitarian assistance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Luke Johnson)

U.S. Air Force Reserve Senior Airman Brandon McLaughlin services a helicopter tail rotor gearbox on an HH-60 PaveHawk helicopter during deployment spinup training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2016. McLaughlin is assigned to the 943rd Maintenance Squadron, 943rd Rescue Group, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., and is at Kadena AB for Keen Sword, a bilateral defense exercise designed to practice defending Japan against foreign aggression. (Photo by Master Sgt. Greg Gaunt)

U.S. Air Force Reserve technical sergeants Chris Paredes and John Marsh review technical data prior to performing maintenance on an HH-60 PaveHawk helicopter at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2016. Both Airmen are assigned to the 943rd Maintenance Squadron, 943rd Rescue Group, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., and are at Kadena AB for Keen Sword, a bilateral defense exercise designed to practice defending Japan against foreign aggression. (Photo by Master Sgt. Greg Gaunt)

U.S. Air Force Reserve Senior Airman Brandon McLaughlin installs a cowling on an HH-60 PaveHawk helicopter during deployment spinup training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2016. McLaughlin is assigned to the 943rd Maintenance Squadron, 943rd Rescue Group, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., and is at Kadena AB for Keen Sword, a bilateral defense exercise designed to practice defending Japan against foreign aggression. (Photo by Master Sgt. Greg Gaunt)

Staff Sgt. Matthew Gaddy, a 306th Rescue Squadron pararescueman, navigates an obstacle course in Frankfurt, Germany, during training camp for an international military competition July 19 to 31. The competition, Held Aug. 1 through 4 in Madrid, Spain, consisted of shooting, land navigation, and multiple obstacle courses. Seventeen international teams competed, and Gaddy's team took third place. (Courtesy photo)

Air Force Reserve aircrew from the 943rd Rescue Group at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., hoist a (simulated) crash "survivor" out of the woods during a combat search and rescue training flight in upstate New York Aug. 2 while Tech. Sgt. Gary Waltz and Staff Sgt. Erik Wieland, two 306th Rescue Squadron SERE (Survive, Evade, Resist, Escape) specialists (pictured on the ground) assist the "survivor" in evading the opposing forces role players. As a part of the Guardian Angels, SERE specialists assist with recovery of isolated personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Carolyn Herrick)

An Air Force Reserve SERE (Survive, Evade, Resist, Escape) specialist assigned to the 306th Rescue Squadron, 943rd Rescue Group, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz. is hoisted from the waters of Lake Champlain, NY, during training Aug. 7. SERE specialists are part of the Guardian Angel weapons system of Air Combat Command along with pararescuemen and combat rescue officers. Specialists not only learn to survive in captivity, they also learn to survive when isolated in any situation, including arctic, desert, jungle, and mountain climates and even on the open ocean. (U.S. Air Force photo by Carolyn Herrick)

Tech. Sgt. Gary Waltz, an Air Force Reserve SERE (Survive, Evade, Resist, Escape) specialist, is hoisted from the waters of Lake Champlain, NY, during training Aug. 7. SERE specialists are part of the Guardian Angel weapons system of Air Combat Command along with pararescuemen and combat rescue officers. Waltz is assigned to the 306th Rescue Squadron, 943rd Rescue Group, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz. (U.S. Air Force photo by Carolyn Herrick)

Tech. Sgt. Michael Parker removes an oil filter on the T700D-GE-700D engine, which provides power to the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter. The primary mission of the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter is to conduct day or night personnel recovery operations into hostile environments to recover isolated personnel during war. The HH-60G is also tasked to perform military operations other than war, including civil search and rescue, medical evacuation, disaster response, humanitarian assistance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Luke Johnson)

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