Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Air Force Maj. Preston Egan, 378th Air Expeditionary Wing chief of safety, takes the first steps of a foreign object debris walk with U.S. and Royal Saudi Air Force service members within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. FOD walks are a systematic inspection that U.S. and Royal Saudi Air Force service members use in areas such as ramps, runways and taxiways to identify and remove any foreign objects or debris that could pose a threat to aircraft and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Airmen and a Royal Saudi Air Force service member prepare to conduct an integrated foreign object debris walk within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. FOD walks demonstrate a shared commitment to safety, cooperation and communication between the U.S. and its regional partners, further developing enduring bonds between the nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members conduct a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. Both forces participated in a FOD walk to reinforce operational discipline and protect critical assets supporting the generation of combat air power across the region. Partner nation integration is crucial to maintaining strong relationships and building upon the shared commitment to operational safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Air Force Maj. Preston Egan, 378th Air Expeditionary Wing chief of safety, along with U.S. and Royal Saudi Air Force service members prepare to conduct a foreign object debris walk on the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. Through daily FOD walks, U.S. and partner nation forces foster integral relationships, build communication and highlight each nation’s ability to prioritize aircraft safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members pose for a group photo after conducting a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. Sustained regional collaboration, training and innovation remain vital to global stability and security in the CENTCOM AOR. Engagements like this emphasize, demonstrate and effectively integrate the complementary capabilities of each nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Caleb Odom, 378th Air Expeditionary Wing noncommissioned officer in charge of flight safety, left, and a Royal Saudi Air Force service member conduct a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. FOD walks are a systematic inspection that U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members use in areas such as ramps, runways and taxiways to identify and remove any foreign objects or debris that could pose a threat to aircraft and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members walk side-by-side during a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. FOD walks are a first line of defense, preventing aircraft damage before takeoff, maintaining the integrity of the flightline and preserving the ability to rapidly generate combat air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members conduct a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. Routine FOD walks are essential for maintaining the integrity of the flightline, mitigating the risk of aircraft damage and offer the opportunity to collaborate with regional partners through the shared interest of safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

Published Sept. 26, 2025
By Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger
378th Air Expeditionary Wing

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY -- U.S. Air Force Maj. Preston Egan, 378th Air Expeditionary Wing chief of safety, takes the first steps of a foreign object debris walk with U.S. and Royal Saudi Air Force service members within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. FOD walks are a systematic inspection that U.S. and Royal Saudi Air Force service members use in areas such as ramps, runways and taxiways to identify and remove any foreign objects or debris that could pose a threat to aircraft and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)