U.S. Air Force Action Pistol Team

08/26/2026

08/13/2026

08/06/2026

On behalf of the Team and the DAF Sports Program, I'm pleased to announce that we are currently accepting applications for the FY27 Action Shooting Team roster.

Applications are due No Later Than 25 Sep 26 for consideration for the FY27 Team.

If you may be interested in becoming a part of the FY27 Team, please see the requirements and application process below:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

- Must hold, at minimum, an active "A" Class in USPSA, OR "M" Class in IDPA classification in at least one pistol division. Other qualifications and division classifications are assessed as necessary.

- Significant competitive shooting experience with major (regional/national) match experience is desired.

- Must have a current passing PFA with no history of repeated failures, excessive exemptions, or High Risk HtWR assessments.

Trash out for more info on the application process.

08/06/2026

Airmen and Guardians,

I'm Master Sergeant Rob Wilson, Captain of the Department of the Air Force's Action Shooting Team. On behalf of the Team and the DAF Sports Program, I'm pleased to announce that we are currently accepting applications for the FY27 Action Shooting Team roster.

Applications are due No Later Than 25 Sep 26 for consideration for the FY27 Team. You can learn more about the Team and application process below:

The DAF Action Shooting Team is one of eight (8) competitive shooting teams under the Department of the Air Force Sports umbrella and is comprised of the ten (10) best professional competitive shooters, across all AFSCs, in the Department of the Air Force. The Team routinely participates in Action Shooting Sports (USPSA, IDPA, PCSL, Multigun, Steel Challenge, etc), competing against sister services, DoD component teams, and amateur and professional shooters in local, regional, national, and international competition while serving as ambassadors for the Department of the Air Force.

Additionally, the Team executes Mobile Training Team events to assist in executing small arms training and the development of practical marksmanship concepts that can increase lethality and enhance critical weapons handling and combative capabilities. We have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as a number of military units, including Security Forces Squadrons and Special Operations Teams.

The Team is open to ALL Active Duty Department of the Air Force and Space Force personnel, and Guard and Reserve personnel based upon qualifications and current/future duty status.

If you may be interested in becoming a part of the FY27 Team, please see the requirements and application process below:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

- Must hold, at minimum, an active "A" Class in USPSA, OR "M" Class in IDPA classification in at least one pistol division. Other qualifications and division classifications are assessed as necessary.

- Significant competitive shooting experience with major (regional/national) match experience is desired.

- Must have a current passing PFA with no history of repeated failures, excessive exemptions, or High Risk HtWR assessments.

- Must maintain high standards for conduct, dress and appearance, fitness, body composition, and upgrade training, with no history of significant or repeated negative Quality Force indicators.

HOW TO APPLY:

Complete an application package consisting of the following, in a single, scrollable, PDF document. Documents must be in the order specified:

1. AF 303. Your AF 303 MUST have Unit Supervisor and Commander endorsement. Disregard MAJCOM Sports Office routing. Please include current classification information and member ID # (USPSA/IDPA), if available.

2. MyVector SURF/Career Data Brief

3. Last 5 EPBs (most recent to oldest)

4. All Decorations

5. Complete Fitness Record

Please send completed application packages to:
[email protected]
[email protected]

Should you have any questions, please feel free to inquire below, or email me at the above address.

If you may be interested in supporting or learning more about our team, please like and follow our Team page:
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Or our Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/usaf_action_shooting_team?igsh=dDJ3YW5ibGY2OHg2

I look forward to hopefully seeing more of you on the range!

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06/10/2026

Team Captain, MSgt Rob Wilson competed at the Great Plains Sectional Championship this past weekend finishing 3rd Place Open Division and 6th Place Overall competing against 200 strong competitors. He earned additional accolades as High A Class, High Military, and High Law Enforcement

You can catch Robert Wilson and the Team at the Cornhusker Classic in Louisville, NE following the USAF U.S. Air Force Action Pistol Team training camp 24-29 June.

06/06/2026

Team Captain, MSgt Robert Wilson , traveled to Missouri to compete in his first major match of the season, taking part in the 2026 Show-Me Shootout. He finished 2nd Place Open Division and 6th Overall of 123 shooters, earning both High Military and High Law Enforcement honors.

He will be traveling to South Dakota this weekend to compete in the Great Plains Section Championship before hosting the USAF Action Shooting Team Camp and competing in the Cornhusker Classic in Nebraska later this month.

09/14/2025

Team cleaned up at the 2025 High Desert Classic, New Mexico Sectional Championship.

MSgt Wilson:
3rd Place Open
High A Class
High Law Enforcement
3rd Place Military

TSgt Schuerhoff:
3rd Carry Optics
2nd Place Military

SSgt Magaling:
2nd Place Carry Optics
High Military

Big thanks to the match staff for putting on a great match. More good things are in the works!

08/16/2025

On behalf of the Team and the DAF Sports Program, I'm pleased to announce that we are currently accepting applications for the FY26 Action Shooting Team roster.

Applications are due No Later Than 19 Sep 25 for consideration for the FY26 Team. You can learn more about the Team and application process below:

The Team routinely participates in Action Shooting Sports (USPSA, IDPA, PCSL, Multigun, Steel Challenge, etc), competing against sister services, DoD component Teams, and amateur and professional shooters in local, regional, national, and international competition while serving as ambassadors for the Department of the Air Force.

The Team is open to ALL Active Duty Department of the Air Force and Space Force personnel, and Guard and Reserve personnel based upon qualifications and current/future duty status.

If you may be interested in becoming a part of the FY26 Team, please see the requirements and application process below:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

- Hold, at minimum, an active "A" Class in USPSA, OR "M" Class in IDPA classification in at least one pistol division. Other qualifications and division classifications are assessed as necessary.

- Significant competitive shooting experience with major (regional/national) match experience is desired.

- Must have a current passing PFA with no history of repeated failure, or excessive exemptions.

- Must maintain high standards for conduct, dress, and appearance, fitness, body composition, and upgrade training, with no history of significant or repeated negative Quality Force indicators.

HOW TO APPLY:

Complete an application package consisting of the following, in a single PDF document. Documents must be in the order specified:

1. AF 303. Your AF 303 MUST have Unit Supervisor and Commander endorsement. Disregard MAJCOM Sports Office routing. Please include current classification information and member ID # (USPSA/IDPA), if available.

2. MyVector SURF

3. Last 5 EPBs (most recent to oldest)

4. All Decorations

5. Fitness Record

Please send completed application package to both: [email protected]
[email protected]

Should you have any questions, please feel free to ask!