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379th Air Expeditionary Wing Photos

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Becoming bolder: One defender’s first deployment journey

Airman 1st Class Esmeralda Rodriguez, 380th Protection Flight security forces specialist, works in the base vehicle search area in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 27, 2025. While deployed, Rodriguez performs installation entry control, vehicle screening and general security duties across multiple posts. Through her vigilance as a security forces defender, she helps ensure the security of deployed servicemembers and critical mission assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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Becoming bolder: One defender’s first deployment journey

Airman 1st Class Esmeralda Rodriguez, 380th Protection Flight security forces specialist, works in the base vehicle search area in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 27, 2025. While deployed, Rodriguez performs installation entry control, vehicle screening and general security duties across multiple posts. Through her vigilance as a security forces defender, she helps ensure the security of deployed servicemembers and critical mission assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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Becoming bolder: One defender’s first deployment journey

Airman 1st Class Esmeralda Rodriguez, 380th Protection Flight security forces specialist, works in the base vehicle search area in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 27, 2025. While deployed, Rodriguez performs installation entry control, vehicle screening and general security duties across multiple posts. Through her vigilance as a security forces defender, she helps ensure the security of deployed servicemembers and critical mission assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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U.S., Qatar and allies enhance regional defense during Exercise Ferocious Falcon 6

Militaries from the U.S., Qatar, Italy, the United Kingdom, Turkey and France participate in the exercise Ferocious Falcon 6 live-fire demonstration within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 20, 2025. Ferocious Falcon 6 is a biennial, Qatar-hosted multinational joint exercise designed to enhance lethality and combat efficiency among U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)
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U.S., Qatar and allies enhance regional defense during Exercise Ferocious Falcon 6

A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron flies with Qatari Rafale (right) and U.S. F-16 fighter jets (left) during exercise Ferocious Falcon 6 in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 17, 2025. Ferocious Falcon 6 is a biennial, Qatar-hosted multinational joint exercise designed to enhance lethality and combat efficiency among U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Bailee A. Darbasie)
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U.S., Qatar and allies enhance regional defense during Exercise Ferocious Falcon 6

A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron flies with Qatari Rafale (right) and U.S. F-16 fighter jets (left) during exercise Ferocious Falcon 6 in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 17, 2025. Ferocious Falcon 6 is a biennial, Qatar-hosted multinational joint exercise designed to enhance lethality and combat efficiency among U.S. and allied forces. This photo illustration removed the KC-135 aircraft tail to prevent distraction from the formation. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Tech. Sgt. Nicholas A. Monteleone)
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U.S., Qatar and allies enhance regional defense during Exercise Ferocious Falcon 6

A member of the Qatar military fires a Javelin shoulder-fired anti-tank missile during the exercise Ferocious Falcon live-fire demonstration within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 20, 2025. Ferocious Falcon 6 is a biennial, Qatar-hosted multinational joint exercise designed to enhance lethality and combat efficiency among U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)
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U.S., Qatar and allies enhance regional defense during Exercise Ferocious Falcon 6

Senior military and defense leaders from the U.S., Qatar, Italy, the United Kingdom, Turkey and France are briefed during the exercise Ferocious Falcon 6 live-fire demonstration within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 20, 2025. Ferocious Falcon 6 is a biennial, Qatar-hosted multinational joint exercise designed to enhance lethality and combat efficiency among U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)
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U.S., Qatar and allies enhance regional defense during Exercise Ferocious Falcon 6

Senior military leaders from the U.S., Qatar, Italy, the United Kingdom, Turkey and France attend the exercise Ferocious Falcon 6 live-fire demonstration within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 20, 2025. Ferocious Falcon 6 is a biennial, Qatar-hosted multinational joint exercise designed to enhance lethality and combat efficiency among U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)
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U.S., Qatar and allies enhance regional defense during Exercise Ferocious Falcon 6

A member of the Italian military climbs atop a Centauro II armored vehicle during exercise Ferocious Falcon within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 20, 2025. Ferocious Falcon 6 is a biennial, Qatar-hosted multinational joint exercise designed to enhance lethality and combat efficiency among U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)
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U.S., Qatar and allies enhance regional defense during Exercise Ferocious Falcon 6

Military aircraft from the U.S. Qatar, Italy, the United Kingdom, Turkey and France flyover during exercise Ferocious Falcon 6 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 20, 2025. Ferocious Falcon 6 is a biennial, Qatar-hosted multinational joint exercise designed to enhance lethality and combat efficiency among U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)
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Forging Defenders: 379th AEW Augmentees Train to Protect the Mission

A U.S. Air Force 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron augmentee prepares to deliver a controlled baton strike during Redman defensive tactics training within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 30, 2025. The training builds confidence in close-quarters techniques essential for safeguarding personnel and maintaining order during base-defense operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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Forging Defenders: 379th AEW Augmentees Train to Protect the Mission

U.S. Air Force 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron augmentees practice baton strikes against a padded shield during defensive tactics instruction within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 30, 2025. Repetition with proper technique builds muscle memory that augmentees rely on during high-pressure security situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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Forging Defenders: 379th AEW Augmentees Train to Protect the Mission

U.S. Air Force 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron augmentees receive pre-exercise instruction from a Security Forces trainer within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 30, 2025. The briefing ensures Airmen understand their roles before executing base defense scenarios that strengthen the wing’s integrated security posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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Forging Defenders: 379th AEW Augmentees Train to Protect the Mission

U.S. Air Force 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron augmentees practice subject control takedown techniques during hands-on defensive tactics training within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 30, 2025. Building confidence in controlled restraint allows augmentees to safely detain hostile individuals while maintaining order during base-defense operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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Forging Defenders: 379th AEW Augmentees Train to Protect the Mission

A U.S. Air Force 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron augmentee practices corner-clearing techniques during active-shooter response training within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 27, 2025. This training sharpens augmentees’ ability to move tactically through confined spaces to locate and neutralize potential threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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Forging Defenders: 379th AEW Augmentees Train to Protect the Mission

A U.S. Air Force 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron defender educates augmentees on entry control point operations within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 30, 2025. The briefing ensures Airmen understand their roles before executing base-defense scenarios that strengthen the wing’s integrated security posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. David Shoemaker, left, 9th Air Force (Air Forces Central) deputy commander, transfers the guidon to Brig. Gen. Daniel Clayton, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing incoming commander, during the 379th AEW Assumption of Command Ceremony within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Sept. 12, 2025. The 379th AEW provides support to thousands of Air Force, joint and coalition force partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Amanda Jett)
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A U.S. service member assigned to the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing holds a program during the 379th AEW Assumption of Command ceremony within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Sept. 12, 2025. The assumption of command formally announces the new commanding officer and publicly recognizes their leadership over the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Amanda Jett)
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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Daniel Clayton, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing incoming commander, gives a speech during the 379th AEW Assumption of Command Ceremony within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Sept. 12, 2025. The assumption of command formally announces the new commanding officer and publicly recognizes their leadership over the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Amanda Jett)
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