Ready for anything: Explosive Threat Contained

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Carlos Mora-Gaona, 52nd Security Forces Squadron defender, detains a simulated opposition force member during a ground attack scenario as part of Exercise Swift Saber 25 at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, April 23, 2025. Defenders' response and engagement procedures were tested during various scenarios like simulated chemical threats to ground attacks, honing their ability to defend the base. Exercises like Swift Saber 25 strengthen the 52nd Fighter Wing’s warfighting capabilities by validating ACE concepts such as rapid threat response, dispersed operations, and mission generation in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Albert Morel)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Albert Morel
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NIKON Z 9

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VR 24-70mm f/2.8E

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28/10

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1/1000

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200

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