Into the action: Defenders train for real-world scenarios

An opposing force aims a trainer weapon at a 22nd Security Forces Squadron member during a Mount Village readiness exercise at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Nov. 21, 2025. Fellow Airmen acting as opposing forces attempted to take control of Mount Village from defenders during a simulated close quarters battle scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paula Arce)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Paula Arce
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 7_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

16

SHUTTERSPEED

1/250

ISO

640

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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