INTERMEDIATE DRILL | Designed to deepen the ceremonial guardsman’s understanding of Air Force rifle drill beyond basics; Intermediate Drill includes many movements and techniques beyond tactical use, suitable for exhibitions, parades, and demonstrations.
Every movement can be executed from any position, in any combination, offering endless possibilities, such as the 27-count Manual Arms, or combination manuals like Trail-Rock-to-Left Shoulder, from Carry Arms.
Members are encouraged to develop new techniques and manuals, adhering to HGMAN 34-515 chapter 4 guidelines. At this level, at least one hand controls the weapon at all times. Only in Advanced Drill, specialized by Drill Team, will you throw or allow the weapon to leave both hands.
United States Air Force Honor Guard
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To Honor With Dignity The USAF Honor Guard has evolved into a selectively manned unit with more than 210 ceremonial guardsmen and support personnel.
Organizationally, the USAF Honor Guard consists of four ceremonial flights, made up of Colors, Bearers, Firing Party and Parade Flight qualified personnel. The USAF Honor Guard also operates the USAF Drill Team. Together, the ceremonial flights perform an average of 10 ceremonies per day, and exceed approximately 2,750 annual ceremonies.
05/30/2026
MARK YOUR CALENDAR | The dates for the Worldwide Honor Guard Leadership Summit are here!
August 8th & 9th, 2026
Join Honor Guard leaders from across the Air and Space Forces for two days of professional development, networking, and collaboration focused on strengthening Honor Guard programs worldwide.
More information, including registration details, will be released soon. We hope to see as many 8Gs as possible at this year’s AFSA!
05/29/2026
GUEST SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT | CMSgt Robert B. Jones entered the Air Force in 1998 and was in Telephone Maintenance until he joined the Spangdahlem Base Honor Guard in 2006, where he was named 52FW’s 2006 Ceremonial Guardsman of the Year. He joined the USAF Honor Guard from 2007-2011, where he won CMSAF’s 2008 CGotY, and was inducted as the 32nd Praetorian in 2010, as a Drill Team member and Standardization & Evaluations Superintendent. He returned to the USAF HG in 2014-2017 as Operations Superintendent.
During his two tours, Jones participated in the inaugurations of Barack Obama in 2008 and Donald Trump in 2016, as well as the funerals of CMSAF Airey and Binnicker.
He currently serves as the Senior Enlisted Leader of Cryptologic and Cyber Systems Division at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.
CMSgt Jones will be our guest speaker at the Honor Guard Banquet on June 18th, to honor the 6 CGotY finalists and 13 Praetorian inductees!
‼️ Less than two weeks remaining to buy tickets ‼️
RSVP at https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/GD7bQzEury (or QR code on invite flyer) by Tuesday 9 June!
05/26/2026
ARGENTINA AIR FORCE CHIEF OF STAFF | On Tues, May 19, 2026, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe hosted the Argentine Air Force Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Gustavo Valverde for a Full Honors Arrival Ceremony featuring the inspection of troops in the USAF Honor Guard and USAF Band for his DC visit at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.
Following his arrival, the Full Honors Wreath Laying ceremony took place in his honor, hosted by AFDW Commander Maj. Gen. Daniel DeVoe, at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
📸 U.S. Air Force photos by TSgt. Stuart Bright and Eric Dietrich (more pictures at https://www.dvidshub.net/image/9702813/csaf-hosts-argentina-counterpart and https://www.dvidshub.net/image/9702612/argentina-counterpart-visit-wreath-laying)
05/25/2026
MEMORIAL DAY WREATH LAYING | On Memorial Day, May 25th, 2026, the USAF and USSF Honor Guards joined other military branches in participating in the 158th National Memorial Day Observance, with President Trump formally laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
📸 U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Antony J. Martinez (more images at https://www.dvidshub.net/image/9705160/158th-national-memorial-day-observance)
2026 FREEDOM 250 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE | A Full Joint Service Marching Formation, on Constitution Ave on May 25, 2026
05/24/2026
MEMORIAL DAY | We honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. For the USAF Honor Guard, every salute, formation, color guard, three-round volley, and folded flag serves as a solemn reminder of their sacrifice. We remain committed to preserving their legacy with reverence.
📸 ANC Flickr, USAF HG Flickr, Joshua Nguyen
05/24/2026
2026 PRAETORIAN INDUCTEES SPOTLIGHT | Meet the 13 newest Praetorians! Established in 2007, the USAF Honor Guard Order of Praetorians was created to recognize ceremonial guardsmen who embody the highest standards of excellence, selflessness, and leadership. Drawing inspiration from the elite Praetorian Guard of ancient Rome, the program honors those who represent the very best of the unit’s heritage and mission. Selection is reserved for the top 10% of active members, earned through sustained excellence in performance, discipline, and mentorship of fellow ceremonial guardsmen.
These 13 inductees will all be recognized at the Honor Guard Banquet on June 18th!
RSVP at https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/GD7bQzEury (or QR code on invite flyer) by Thursday 9 June! NEW Alumni prices are now added ($75)
Praetorian Inductees:
184: MSgt Kenneth Barrows, Pallbearers
185: MSgt Daniel Yuk, Memorial Colors
186: TSgt DeVonte Hentley, Pallbearers
187: SSgt Ronald Wilkey, Drill Team
188: SrA Reginald Pearson, Ceremonial Colors
189: SrA James Barnard, Memorial Colors
190: SrA Kaydn Cespedes-Rose, Pallbearers
191: SrA Aidan Coffey, Drill Team
192: SrA Oliver Childers, Formal Training
193: SrA Colton Edwards, Pallbearers
194: SrA Kristan Adams, Pentagon Tours
195: SrA Zephrendae Buford, Drill Team
196: SrA Richard Miles, Drill Team
05/16/2026
ARMED FORCES DAY | We give thanks to our Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, Coast Guardsmen, and fellow Airmen & Guardians. Our mission to honor with dignity would not be possible without the discipline, precision, and teamwork we all bring. We stand proud together 🫡
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