Following the devastation and loss of life brought about by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, two major storms that made landfall in West Florida just two weeks apart, we thought it would be interesting to see how the United States Air Force (USAF) prepares for a hurricane. Being prepared before a natural disaster can be the difference between life and death. While the USAF is primarily a fighting force, its skills and assets are vital in helping people in harm’s way.