316th OG gives honorary commanders firsthand look at 1st HS mission

U.S. Air Force Col. Gary Charland Jr, 89th Maintenance Group commander, and other members of the 316th Wing Honorary Commander program receive Aircrew Flight Equipment familiarization during a tour of the Helicopter Operations Facility at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Mar. 5, 2026. The 316th Operations Group hosted 11 honorary commanders from across the National Capital Region during an immersive tour showcasing the 1st Helicopter Squadron mission set. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna)