Cannon’s first AC-130J Ghostrider gunship has arrived! The Ghostrider represents a significant expansion of force generation capacity for Air Force Special Operations Command. The J-model is a heavily modified C-130 aircraft that equips our Air Commandos with the technology they need to compete and win. | Cannon Air Force Base

This year we will celebrate a decade of being part of the Air Force Special Operations Command. Cannon Air Force Base is the western home of the American Air Commandos who live and work alongside the people of Clovis and Portales, New Mexico. As part of our #10YearsOfAFSOC celebration, airmen, their families and community members rucked from Clovis to Cannon carrying donations for a local food pantry. #AFSOC | Cannon Air Force Base

Cannon keeps a strong connection with the community and strives to push innovation. This video captures the first time in Air Force history that a civilian drone has flown over military owned airspace at Cannon. | Cannon Air Force Base

When you’re busy holding the line, the calendar moves fast. Here’s to 18 years of the 27 SOW and the Air Commandos who built its legacy. On October 1, 2007, a new era began at Cannon AFB when @afspecopscmd activated the 27th Special Operations Wing – continuing the rich and storied heritage of the 27th designator. Our Air Commandos continue to execute our mission, develop our team, and transform to win in the high plains of eastern New Mexico. As we continue to adapt to new challenges faced by o