The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, also known as the "Hurricane Hunters," is officially ready to roll out for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. The 403rd Wing maintenance and support ...

The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron Hurricane Hunters are staged for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. Hurricane hunters provide crucial real-time data used by forecasters to predict a ...

The squadron, known as the Hurricane Hunters, has flown into storms for decades. The idea began as a barroom dare between pilots, and is now a seasoned operation with 10 planes.

the air force hurricane hunters, also known as the 53rd weather reconnaissance squadron, are a component of the 403rd wing located at keesler air force base in biloxi, mississippi.