386th AEW conducts base defense, mass casualty exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Medical Squadron carry a simulated deceased patient onto a gurney during a base defense and mass casualty exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 27, 2024. The exercise enabled Airmen to sharpen their medical skills and learn how to increase efficiency in preparation for a real-world emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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386th AEW conducts base defense, mass casualty exercise

Two U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron communicate while looking for simulated opposing forces during a base defense and mass casualty exercise, Dec. 27, 2024. The Airmen were able to make critical decisions in a safe environment while also learning strengths and areas for improvement. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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386th AEW conducts base defense, mass casualty exercise

Two U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron search for members of simulated opposing forces during a base defense and mass casualty exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 27, 2024. The exercise enabled participants to make critical decisions under a multitude of stressors, identifying areas of improvement and reinforcing strengths. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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386th AEW conducts base defense, mass casualty exercise

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron performs Tactical Combat Casualty Care on a simulated injured service member during a base defense and mass casualty exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec 27, 2024. The exercise focused on base defense and a mass casualty scenario, identifying areas of improvement and bolstering strengths. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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386th AEW conducts base defense, mass casualty exercise

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron performs Tactical Combat Casualty Care on a simulated wounded service member during a base defense and mass casualty exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec 27, 2024. The exercise enabled participants to assess decision-making under pressure, strengthening operational effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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386th AEW conducts base defense, mass casualty exercise

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron performs Tactical Combat Casualty Care during a base defense and mass casualty exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec 27, 2024. Base defense exercises identify operational strengths and weaknesses, enhancing preparedness and overall readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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386th AEW conducts base defense, mass casualty exercise

Published Jan. 30, 2025
By Senior Airman Julian Atkins
386th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY --

Airmen assigned to the 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron recently took part in a mass casualty exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec 27, 2024. Mass casualty and base defense exercises identify operational strengths and weaknesses, enhancing preparedness and overall readiness.