Warrior Challenge: Airmen Compete, Award Winners Celebrate

Col. John Benson, 403rd Wing commander, awards Chief Master Sergeant David Jackson, 403rd Wing command chief, with a medal for participating in the 2024 Warrior Challenge at Keesler Air Force Base Miss., Feb. 8, 2025. Master Sergeant Glinda McQuirter, Talent Manager for the 403rd Operations Group was tasked with hosting the event to celebrate the accomplishments achieved from airmen in the 2024 year by allowing five airmen each from twelve squadrons to team up and participate in five challenges that tested strength, speed, and team-work. The awards ceremony and Warrior Challenge showcased mission readiness in these airmen through working together and building camaraderie within the Wing.