The Air Force wrapped up its first William Tell Air-to-Air Competition in 19 years on Sept. 15, 2023 at the Air Dominance Center in Savannah, GA. Airmen from across active, reserve and guard wings participated in William Tell 2023, which tested aircrew performance in air superiority, weapons and tactics use, weapons loading, maintenance, command and control, intelligence and weapons director competitions. “Rule number one for fierce competitors is when the competition is over, you celebrate and congratulate the winners,†said Gen. Mark Kelly, commander of Air Combat Command. The week-long event showcased the air-to-air capabilities of the F-22 Raptor, F-35 Lightning II and F-15 Eagle and Strike Eagle units representing various Air Combat Command, Pacific Air Force and Air National Guard. This is the patch created for the 335FS “CHIEFS” for their participation in the exercise and does come with velcro attached. (Many thanks to their supplier!)
