HURCON exercise increases readiness at Joint Base Andrews

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nicolas Sanchez, a pilot assigned to the 1st Helicopter Squadron, and Capt. Emmanuel Domingo, a pilot assigned to the 1st Helicopter Squadron, go through a pre-flight inspection checklist before conducting a hurricane condition training exercise (HURCON) at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, April 15, 2026. Service members at Andrews regularly participate in exercises based on real-world events to maintain readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mauricio Hidalgo)