Members of the Canadian Air Force flew to Homestead ARB, Fla., to participate with Air Force Reserve Command in a joint exercise known as “ChumEx”—a war game with fighter units from allied nations that hones aerial dog fighting skills, said AFRC officials. Homestead’s 93rd Fighter Squadron is hosting five F-18s and about 87 air and ground crews of the 425th Tactical Fighter Squadron from Bagotville, Canada. The 93rd FS F-16 pilots will get a chance to fly in the Canadian F-18s as part of familiarization activities. The exercise runs until mid-March.
Fly, Fix, Defend: Wilsbach Aims for a Readier Air Force
July 31, 2026
When Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach became Chief of Staff of the Air Force in November 2025, he coined a simple motto: “Fly and Fix”—so you can fight if necessary. In the nine months since, Airmen have been flying, fixing, and fighting—a lot.