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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron manage fill operations during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. The exercise reinforced procedures for restoring load-bearing capacity essential to resuming flight operations after an attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron add water to fill material during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. Moisture control reduces airborne dust and improves compaction, increasing the durability of rapid airfield repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron coordinate equipment positioning during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. The exercise reinforced communication and synchronization between ground crews and heavy machinery operators to ensure safe and efficient airfield repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron utilizes quick dry cement inside a simulated crater during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. Proper grading ensures a stable foundation for follow-on repairs and prevents structural failure during aircraft operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron guide heavy equipment during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. Spotting and signaling ensure safe equipment movement while maintaining the pace required to restore air operations under time-critical conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron drills down fiber reinforced polymer matting into concrete during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. Practicing these techniques prepares Airmen to rapidly clear airfield damage and sustain mission readiness in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron operate heavy equipment to remove damaged concrete during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. Removing compromised pavement is a critical step in RADR operations to prevent further damage and prepare the airfield for immediate repair and reuse. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron oversees concrete cutting operations during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. Precise cutting techniques are critical during RADR to remove damaged pavement efficiently and prepare the surface for rapid repair, minimizing downtime for air operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron monitor the operation of a forklift during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. The exercise trained Airmen to safely coordinate heavy equipment and material handling to restore airfield surfaces and ensure aircraft can resume operations quickly after an attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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379th ECES trains to restore runways during RADR exercise

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron manages fill material during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. Preparing and conditioning repair material ensures engineers can rapidly support follow-on placement and maintain momentum during time-sensitive airfield restoration operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Maintain the Base Element distribute concrete to fill a hole during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. While deployed, the Maintain the Base Element conducts multiple RADR exercises to reinforce readiness in case of an attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Maintain the Base Element distribute concrete during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. For their safety, Airmen donned various levels of personal protective equipment while working with heavy machinery and cement powder during the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

U.S. Airman Gavin Blakley, 380th Maintain the Base Element heating, ventilation and air conditioning specialist, operates a forklift while Staff Sgt. Christian Kim, 380th Maintain the Base Element HVAC specialist, supervises during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. The element focused on teaching new Airmen problem solving skills in their new environment during the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christian Kim, 380th Maintain the Base Element heating, ventilation and air conditioning specialist, right, directs Airman Gavin Blakley, 380th Maintain the Base Element HVAC specialist, during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. The Maintain the Base Element is composed of Airmen, typically assigned to a civil engineer squadron, whose main focus is the upkeep of the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 380th Maintain the Base Element uses a tape measure to determine the amount of concrete needed to fill a hole during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. Airmen began the RADR exercise by determining the simulated area of attack and then removed the impacted portions of the airfield before repairing the damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Maintain the Base Element mix concrete during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. Airmen perform rapid airfield damage recovery following a simulated attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Maintain the Base Element mix concrete during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. For their safety, Airmen donned various levels of personal protective equipment while working with heavy machinery and cement powder during the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Maintain the Base Element mix concrete during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. While deployed, the Maintain the Base Element will conduct multiple RADR exercises to reinforce readiness in case of an attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aaron, 380th Maintain the Base Element structural specialist, removes a chunk of concrete from a hole during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. For their safety, Airmen donned various levels of personal protective equipment while working with heavy machinery and cement powder during the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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380th MTBE conducts RADR training

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 380th Maintain the Base Element excavate a hole during a rapid airfield damage recovery exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 8, 2025. The element focused on teaching new Airmen problem solving skills in their new environment during the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon)
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