Ready for anything: Spangdahlem kicks off Swift Saber 25

A U.S. Air Force Fire Protection specialist with the 52nd Civil Engineer Squadron picks up his helmet during a response to a simulated chemical attack as part of Exercise Swift Saber 25 at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, April 21, 2025. Spangdahlem AB’s fire protection specialists responded to simulated chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) incidents during the exercise to test their ability to cordon sites and test for chemical agents in the area. Exercises like Swift Saber 25 strengthen the 52nd Fighter Wing’s warfighting capabilities by validating Agile Combat Employment concepts such as rapid threat response, dispersed operations, and mission generation in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty
VIRIN: 250421-F-GL460-1540.JPG
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NIKON Z 8

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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32/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/1600

ISO

320

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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