Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispiness.

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

Toss the dried wings in the spice mixture until evenly coated.

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.

Place the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.

Air fry the wings at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through for even crispiness.

While the wings are cooking, combine 1/2 cup hot sauce and 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter in a small bowl to make the sauce.

Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl, pour the sauce over them, and toss until fully coated.

Plate the wings and serve immediately, ideally with celery sticks and blue cheese dip.