Jan. 18, 2018 Airmen jump through winter skies Airmen from the 820th Base Defense Group conduct static-line parachute jumps to maintain currency and ensure their ability to rapidly deploy anywhere in the world at a moment’s notice.
Oct. 10, 2017 Jumpmaster earns senior-rated star A member of the 820th Base Defense Group earned his senior-rated parachutist badge Oct. 3 at the Lee Fulp drop zone in Tifton, Georgia, joining the ranks of experienced jumpmasters within the Air Force.
Oct. 5, 2017 ‘Riggers’ ensure Airmen's safety The 820th Combat Operations Squadron’s four-person shop of parachute riggers are responsible for ensuring every 820th Base Defense Group parachute is serviceable, while also ensuring ground safety at the drop zone.