About Us

About Us

United States Air Force DAGRE Association

Our Mission

The United States Air Force DAGRE Association exists to honor, connect, and advocate for past, present, and future members of the DAGRE (Deployed Aircraft Ground Response Element) program. We aim to preserve the legacy, integrity, and warrior ethos of the DAGRE community while supporting professional development, camaraderie, and recognition of excellence across the Air Force Security Forces enterprise.

Who We Are

The DAGRE Association is a veteran-led, member-driven organization founded by current and former DAGRE-qualified Airmen. Our members are elite Security Forces personnel who have undergone rigorous training in small-unit tactics, aircraft security, and expeditionary force protection. Whether on the ground securing airfields in hostile environments or embedded with joint and coalition forces, DAGRE's serve at the forward edge of U.S. airpower.

We represent a tight-knit brotherhood forged in the crucible of global operations—from remote airstrips to contested combat zones. The Association serves as a central hub for connection, mentorship, and the ongoing professional development of all DAGRE-qualified personnel.

What We Do

  • Preserve Our Legacy: Document and share the history of the DAGRE program and its contributions to national security.

  • Support Our Members: Provide networking opportunities, mentorship, and resources for professional growth and transition.

  • Recognize Excellence: Highlight outstanding achievement within the DAGRE community through awards, spotlights, and annual gatherings.

  • Build Community: Host reunions, outreach events, and member meetups to strengthen bonds among active and veteran DAGREs.

Our Values

  • Service Before Self

  • Courage Under Fire

  • Uncompromising Standards

  • Silent Professionalism

Why It Matters

DAGRE isn’t just a qualification—it’s a mindset. Our mission doesn’t end when we rotate out of a deployed location or hang up the uniform. The DAGRE Association ensures our legacy continues, our warriors stay connected, and our voice remains strong across the Security Forces and greater Special Operations communities.