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Airmen conduct aircraft mishap exercise, training post-crash recovery operations

U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron Airman inflates an airbag used for post-crash recovery operations during an aircraft mishap exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 29, 2024. The exercise provided an opportunity to evaluate the adequacy and functionality of emergency response equipment and resources, ensuring they are properly maintained and deployed for optimal effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force Courtesy Photo)
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Airmen conduct aircraft mishap exercise, training post-crash recovery operations

U.S. Air Force Airmen perform an aircraft mishap exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 29, 2024. Aircraft mishap exercises facilitate coordination and collaboration among different units, agencies, and stakeholders involved in emergency response, fostering a cohesive and integrated approach to incident management. (U.S. Air Force Courtesy Photo)
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Sky Shield 8

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to 494th Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, lands during Exercise Sky Shield 8 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 28, 2023. The purpose of the exercise was to strengthen Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) capabilities; bolster the U.S. and Qatar partnership; and increase QEAF readiness to execute contingency plans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Sky Shield 8

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to 494th Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, taxis during Exercise Sky Shield 8 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 28, 2023. The U.S. is committed to its partnership with Qatar while developing and maintaining interoperability with its partners, and ensuring regional security by providing essential training to deter adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Sky Shield 8

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to 494th Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, takes off during Exercise Sky Shield 8 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 28, 2023. The purpose of the exercise was to strengthen Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) capabilities; bolster the U.S. and Qatar partnership; and increase QEAF readiness to execute contingency plans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Sky Shield 8

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to 494th Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, prepares to take off during Exercise Sky Shield 8 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 28, 2023. The U.S. is committed to its partnership with Qatar while developing and maintaining interoperability with its partners, and ensuring regional security by providing essential training to deter adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

U.S. Air Force firefighters from the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron debrief each other after an emergency response exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The firefighters tested their ability to access a burning aircraft and recover personnel by simulating an aircraft fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

An American flag is draped on the back of a fire truck assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The 379th ECES fire department conducted an aircraft extraction exercise to test their emergency response capabilities in low-light scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

A U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Richard Lavery, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, rolls up a fire hose after an emergency response exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The 379th ECES firefighters routinely conduct training exercises to improve emergency response times and mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

A firefighter helmet from the U.S. Air Force 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron, is placed on the ground after an emergency response exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The fire department tested the use of rescue tools to extract mannequins out of a simulated burning aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kerry Schmitt and Senior Airman Adam Perricone, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, communicate procedures for a KC-135 Stratotanker emergency response exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The firefighters tested their ability to access a burning aircraft and recover personnel by simulating an aircraft fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Adam Perricone and Senior Airman Nick Delesky, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, conduct extraction training on a KC-135 Stratotanker during an emergency response exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The training evaluated the 379th ECES firefighters’ rescue and recovery abilities. The training exercise provided familiarity with the interior layout of the aircraft and proper safety procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

U.S. Air Force firefighters from the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron carry a mannequin out of a KC-135 Stratotanker during an emergency response exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The 379th ECES firefighters routinely conduct training exercises to improve emergency response times and mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Max Walters and Senior Airman Carter Brown, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, extract mannequins out of a KC-135 Stratotanker during an emergency response exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The fire department tested the use of rescue tools to extract mannequins out of a simulated burning aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

U.S. Air Force firefighters from the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron climbs into a KC-135 Stratotanker during an emergency response exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The firefighters tested their ability to access a burning aircraft and recover personnel by simulating an aircraft fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

A U.S. Air Force firefighter from the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron conducts emergency response training with a KC-135 Stratotanker at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The training evaluated the 379th ECES firefighters’ rescue and recovery capabilities. The exercise provided familiarity with the interior layout of the aircraft and proper safety procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Feel the Burn: 379th ECES Fire Exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Adam Perricone, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, drives a fire truck on the flight line during an emergency response exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, July 19, 2023. The 379th ECES firefighters routinely conduct training exercises to improve emergency response times and mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Agile Spartan 23.2: RJ’s stay on watch

A U.S. Air Force RC-135 Rivet Joint assigned to the 763rd Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron departs after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 912th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron during Operation Agile Spartan above the U.S. Central Command’s area of responsibility, Aug. 19, 2023. The RC-135 Rivet Joint is fitted with a highly-sophisticated sensor suite for identifying various signals within the electromagnetic spectrum. During the exercise, the aircraft showcased its ability to provide imminent threat warnings, support troops in contact, and assist with personnel recovery. The month-long, multinational operation demonstrated interoperability between regional partners, improved response capabilities, and further enhanced security throughout the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Agile Spartan 23.2: RJ’s stay on watch

U.S. Air Force Capt. Trevor Williams, 912th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron aircraft commander, left, and Capt. Brett Butler, 912th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron pilot, prepares to land a KC-135 Stratotanker during Operation Agile Spartan at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, Aug. 19, 2023. The large-scale exercise reinforced the U.S. commitment to its regional partners across the Middle East through developing and maintaining missions in unpredictable ways, rapidly responding to the needs of joint and coalition commanders. The month-long, multinational operation demonstrated interoperability between regional partners, improved response capabilities, and further enhanced security throughout the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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Agile Spartan 23.2: RJ’s stay on watch

U.S. Air Force Capt. Trevor Williams, 912th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron aircraft commander, conducts pre-flight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker before it departs in support of Operation Agile Spartan at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Aug. 19, 2023. The air expeditionary wings within U.S. Air Forces Central, in cooperation with regional partners, conducted the exercise at cooperative security locations to enhance agile combat employment capability. The month-long, multinational operation demonstrated interoperability between regional partners, improved response capabilities, and further enhanced security throughout the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)
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