EOD Airmen perform IED training

Senior Airman Kaanen Brabbs, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal journeyman, operates a robot to investigate a simulated improvised explosive device during training Oct. 24, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. EOD Airmen are first familiarized with robotic platforms during technical training and advance their skills through on-the-job training throughout their careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erin McClellan)

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EOD Airmen perform IED training

A robot controlled by Senior Airman Kaanen Brabbs, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal journeyman, uses a camera to look into a trash can to investigate a simulated improvised explosive device during training Oct. 24, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The use of robots allows EOD technicians to perform all necessary procedures while dealing with IEDs, including reconnaissance, radiological diagnostics and defusing, from a safe distance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erin McClellan)

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EOD Airmen perform IED training

A robot, controlled by Senior Airman Kaanen Brabbs, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal journeyman, sets down a bundle of wire after removing it from a trash can while investigating a simulated improvised explosive device during a training exercise Oct. 24, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Because every IED is different, every operation must be treated as a completely new threat, making it crucial that EOD Airmen remain proficient on these procedures by routinely completing training exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erin McClellan)

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EOD Airmen perform IED training

Airmen assigned to the 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal flight conducted improvised explosive device training Oct. 24, 2017 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. Performing routine training helps the Airmen maintain their skillsets, ensuring they can respond quickly to any threat posed to the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erin McClellan)

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EOD Airmen perform IED training

Published Oct. 26, 2017
By Airman 1st Class Erin McClellan
22nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Senior Airman Kaanen Brabbs, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal journeyman, operates a robot to investigate a simulated improvised explosive device during training Oct. 24, 2017, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. EOD Airmen are first familiarized with robotic platforms during technical training and advance their skills through on-the-job training throughout their careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erin McClellan)