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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ryan Stainer, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron water and fuels system technician, rests during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. Airmen had 48 hours to conduct post-attack RADR procedures to allow simulated aircraft to return from a forward operating location. The team completed minimum operating strip repairs in 23 hours, then shifted to permanent fixes during the next four hours, emphasizing the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing's transition to a more enduring mindset. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Glenn Harmon, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and construction equipment specialist, operates an excavator during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. The 379th ECES conducted a no-notice exercise, requiring teams to plan and assess damages within 30 minutes. Airmen then cleared debris, acquired materials, and conducted on-the-spot training to enhance airfield recovery efficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ryan Stainer, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron water and fuels system technician, directs a compact track loader during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. The exercise integrated multiple 379th ECES units, with pavements and construction equipment specialists conducting on-the-spot training to increase flexibility. The exercise planning team aimed to challenge personnel and evaluate their response to real-world threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

An excavator with a hammer attachment drills into a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery training pad during a RADR exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. The RADR exercise had Airmen assessing damage, clearing debris and repairing the runway within 48 hours. The 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron completed airfield recovery 25 hours ahead of the allotted time limit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Wale Babs, left, and Airman 1st Class Yukon Chen, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron engineer assistants, align a marker during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. Unlike typical RADR exercises, which usually involve two simulated craters, this exercise featured nine craters, including one large crater measuring 60'x35'. In an effort to test the squadron's limits, squadron leadership expanded the scope of the exercise, pushing the team to operate at the highest level of their capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

An excavator moves debris during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. The RADR exercise had Airmen assessing damage, clearing debris and repairing the runway within 48 hours. The 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron completed airfield recovery 25 hours ahead of the allotted time limit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron conduct a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. RADR exercises involve airfield damage assessment and airfield restoration to a fully functional state. The scenario for this specific exercise used intelligence on real-world adversary munition capabilities in the theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Austin Haveron, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron water and fuels system technician, operates a compact track loader during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. Unlike typical RADR exercises, which usually involve two simulated craters, this exercise featured nine craters, including one large crater measuring 60'x35'. In an effort to test the squadron's limits, squadron leadership expanded the scope of the exercise, pushing the team to operate at the highest level of their capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Zachery Weber, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron water and fuels system technician, observes a compact track loader during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. The primary goal of RADR is to ensure airfields can quickly return to full functionality to resume flight operations following an attack. The exercise involved Airmen assessing damage, clearing debris and repairing the airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

A Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery training pad is damaged in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 27, 2025. The 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron recently completed construction of the largest RADR training pad within the Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central), measuring 80’x400’. The pad is used for evaluating proficiency in airfield damage recovery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th ECES executes Ninth Air Force’s largest-ever RADR exercise

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron tapes C-4 explosives together in preparation of a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery exercise in support of Operation Agile Spartan 25.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 24, 2025. The explosive ordnance disposal unit used intelligence on real-world adversary munition capabilities to create craters on the RADR training pad with controlled detonations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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379th AEW conducts high-value DV exercise

A U.S. Air Force security forces member assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron patrols the area during an exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 22, 2024. The 379th ESFS enables secure access to and from portions of the installation while also serving as military police. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th AEW conducts high-value DV exercise

A convoy drives by during an exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 22, 2024. The exercise consisted of a simulated high-level distinguished visit, with 379th Air Expeditionary Wing Airmen facilitating travel, food and shelter for the visitors. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th AEW conducts high-value DV exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing greet simulated distinguished visitors during an exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 22, 2024. The exercise consisted of a simulated high-level distinguished visit, with 379th Air Expeditionary Wing Airmen facilitating travel, food and shelter for the visitors. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th AEW conducts high-value DV exercise

A U.S. Air Force military working dog assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron conducts a vehicle inspection sweep during an exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 22, 2024. MWD handlers conducted sweeps to ensure safe and secure passage of distinguished visitors and essential personnel during the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th AEW conducts high-value DV exercise

A U.S. Air Force military working dog handler assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron conducts a vehicle inspection sweep during an exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 22, 2024. MWD handlers conducted sweeps to ensure safe and secure passage of distinguished visitors and essential personnel during the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th AEW conducts high-value DV exercise

A U.S. Air Force medical technician assigned to the 379th Expeditionary medical squadron prepares her area during an exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 22, 2024. During the exercise, the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing conducted a simulated medical emergency to evaluate proficiency in medical-care procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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: Ballast Cannon 25.1: sharing knowledge, building partnerships

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron install a ladder on a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during Ballas Cannon 25.1, a joint training exercise that allowed U.S. and coalition forces to interact and strengthen their relationships within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 15, 2024. As part of the exercise, coalition partners exchanged training and tactics on the C-130J Super Hercules platform to train for airlift, airdrop, and aeromedical evacuation operations. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Ballast Cannon 25.1: sharing knowledge, building partnerships

Members of the Royal Bahraini Air Force speak with U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron during Ballast Cannon 25.1, a joint training exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 15, 2024. The U.S. seeks to strengthen long standing relationships by collaborating during training events like Ballast Cannon to develop a joint operating picture and enhance regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Ballast Cannon 25.1: sharing knowledge, building partnerships

A member of the Royal Bahraini Air Force speaks with a member of the Kuwait Air Force and U.S. Air Force Airmen during Ballast Cannon 25.1, a joint training exercise focusing on strengthening the relationship between U.S. and coalition forces within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 15, 2024. The U.S. seeks to strengthen long standing relationships by collaborating during training events like Ballast Cannon to develop a joint operating picture and enhance regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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