45th Space Wing, 920th Rescue Wing hold astronaut recovery demo
An HC-130P/N King crew flies in formation with the two HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopters to showcase its aerial refueling capabilities during an astronaut rescue demonstration at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla., March 14, 2016. The demonstration involved Air Force Guardian Angel Airmen and aircraft from the 920th Rescue Wing to showcase aspects of safe rescue operations. Airmen from Detachment 3 coordinate astronaut capsule rescue and recovery and train personnel worldwide to ensure the Department of Defense is ready to support NASA's human space endeavors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Thacker/Released)