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News from the Oklahoma National Guard

NEWS | Dec. 2, 2022

137th SOW hosts delegation from Azerbaijan during SPP visit

By Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire 137th Special Operations Wing

Medical Airmen demonstrate an “Apollo” patient simulator to members of the Azerbaijan Army during a State Partnership Program visit to the 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma City, Dec. 1, 2022. The visit covered the many capabilities of the 137th SOW as a global force provider, including manned intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, close air support, agile combat support, cyber, and aeromedical evacuation. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)
Video by Sgt. Haden Tolbert
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Exercise Lightning Strike Showcases OKNG, OEM Domestic Response with Integrated UAS Operations
Oklahoma National Guard
April 15, 2026 | 2:23
The Oklahoma National Guard, in partnership with Oklahoma Office of Emergency Management, hosted Exercise Lightning Strike, a domestic exercise scenario of an EF5 tornado, at Camp Gruber Training Center, April 14 and 15, 2026.

At the center of the exercise is the integration of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) across various scenarios, enabling real-time data sharing, improved situational awareness and more effective coordination among participating agencies.
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