US Convoy Response Forces have taken part in the annual Nuclear Convoy Course exercise to test security procedures and the MH-139 Grey Wolf aircraft for nuclear convoy operations.
The week-long event at Camp Guernsey Joint Training Center in Wyoming focused on validating the MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopter and other systems and integrating them into nuclear transport missions.
During the exercise, several squadrons were tested in threat-based scenarios simulating real-world risks to nuclear convoys.
The training evaluated their response capabilities while incorporating new technologies into existing security procedures.
The MH-139 Grey Wolf was used to provide aerial security and rapid mobility, while a Payload Transporter Replacement vehicle was assessed for its role in safely and efficiently moving intercontinental ballistic missile components off base.
Personnel applied and tested updated Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) to ensure they align with current operational requirements for system deployment.
“The Nuclear Convoy Course enhances our defenders by giving us a clearer understanding of what real-world threats look like,” 90th Missile Security Operations Squadron’s Master Sgt. Charles Watson said.
“Training with the forces here allows us to evaluate how effective our TTPs are and identify areas we need to improve when we return to home station,” he added.
MH-139 Grey Wolf
The MH-139A Grey Wolf is a dual-pilot, twin-engine helicopter based on the commercial AW139 with added military communication, navigation, identification, and survivability capabilities.
In 2024, Boeing won a $178-million contract to develop seven MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters for the US Air Force.
The previous year, the company began producing 13 helicopters under a $285-million contract.
Developmental testing for the MH-139A program began in 2022, supporting its integration into US operations.
