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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

Targets are shot at using the M4 Carbine, June 19, 2019, at Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range in Buckeye, Ariz. Airmen assigned to Luke Air Force Base were taught how to fire in a variety of positions while using the weapon in single shot and three-round burst modes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

Staff Sgt. Joseluis Guerra, 56th Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms instructor, analyzes an Airman’s accuracy June 19, 2019, at Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range in Buckeye, Ariz. Instructors make suggestions on how Airmen could improve their shooting technique or adjust their iron sights to make their shots more accurate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

An Airman assigned to Luke Air Force Base wears a gas mask during the M4 Carbine qualification course June 19, 2019, at Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range in Buckeye, Ariz. More than 100 Airmen are trained to fire the M4 Carbine monthly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

Instructors tally up results after a practice round June 19, 2019, at Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range in Buckeye, Ariz. The 56th Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance flight train Airmen on several weapons, such as the M9 Pistol, M4 Carbine and M203 grenade launcher, to ensure Luke Airmen are combat ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

Staff Sgt. Joseluis Guerra, 56th Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms instructor, watches Airmen as they fire the M4 Carbine June 19, 2019, at Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range in Buckeye, Ariz. Instructors train Airmen in the classroom, in addition to the firing range, to give Airmen an insight into the mechanical features, proper cleaning procedures and familiarization with the weapon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

An Airman assigned to Luke Air Force Base fires an M4 Carbine while wearing a gas mask as a requirement for the M4 qualification course on June 19, 2019, at Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range in Buckeye, Ariz. The two-day course instructs Airmen on shooting procedures such as how to clear the weapon, assess a malfunction or stoppage, unload and reload. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

An Airman from Luke Air Force Base clears a rifle chamber during a weapon qualification course June 19, 2019, at the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range, Ariz. Airmen train in loading, unloading and immediate actions among other fundamental training in order to be fully trained with the M4 Carbine. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob Wongwai)

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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

An Airman from Luke Air Force Base replaces his target and reviews his performance during an M4 Carbine qualification course June 19, 2019, at the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range, Ariz. Training begins in the classroom focusing on mechanical features, characteristics, familiarizations, weapon effectiveness, ammunition types and specific firing positions before Airmen are brought to the range to put the techniques into practice. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob Wongwai)

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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

An Airman from Luke Air Force Base fires a rifle during an M4 Carbine qualification course June 19, 2019, at the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range, Ariz. Airmen train in various firing positions to include prone supported, prone unsupported, kneeling supported and over barricade to simulate different combat situations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob Wongwai)

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CATM trains combat ready Airmen

Airmen from Luke Air Force Base fire M4 Carbine rifles during a weapon qualification course June 19, 2019, at the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Firing Range, Ariz. Airmen from Luke Air Force Base train on various weapons including the M4 rifle, M9 pistol, M870 shotgun, M249 machine gun, M203 grenade launcher, M320 grenade launcher and the M107 sniper rifle. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob Wongwai)

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EOD: A job for the Air Force’s best and bravest

Senior Airman Henry Dodd, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, places a bomb suit helmet on a volunteer during a demonstration event at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. An EOD technician’s daily duties include maintaining flight readiness, training, and supporting any one of their 10 mission sets to include operational range clearance, counter-improvised explosive device efforts and civil authority defense support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

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EOD: A job for the Air Force’s best and bravest

A robot used by 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technicians sits on display during an event at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. EOD uses many tools and technologies including robots, x-ray systems and bomb suits to execute the mission in the most efficient, expeditious and safest way possible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

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EOD: A job for the Air Force’s best and bravest

Senior Airman Henry Dodd, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, and Col. Michael Richardson, 56th Fighter Wing vice commander, participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony, officially opening the new EOD facility at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Feb. 20, 2019. The new building allows EOD to expand their capabilities and house more equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

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EMS works behind the scenes to get aircraft from the shop to the sky

56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron munition Airmen load GBU-12 Paveway II’s onto a bomb pad at Luke Air Force, Ariz., Jan. 15, 2019. Munition Airmen are responsible for building and delivering munition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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EMS works behind the scenes to get aircraft from the shop to the sky

Staff Sgt. Willie Moore, a 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron phase team member, inspects the engine of an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Luke Air Force, Ariz., Jan. 15, 2019. Moore was performing an inspection on the engine’s first stage blades. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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EMS works behind the scenes to get aircraft from the shop to the sky

Airman 1st Class Taylor Frost, a 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight metals technology apprentice, welds at Luke Air Force, Ariz., Jan. 15, 2019. Fabrication flight is responsible for the maintenance of airframe structures and the equipment used to facilitate upkeep on the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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Emerald Knight’s Shine Restored

A plaque dedicated to the memory of Staff Sgt. Kelae Barcelona, 308th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, is displayed at the new 308th Aircraft Maintenance Unit at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Dec. 13, 2018. The plaque was among other items placed in storage after the deactivation of the 308th Fighter Squadron in 2015. Staff Sgt. Edison Irizarry, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment craftsman, restored a coat of armor in dedication to Barcelona after he learned that the squadron was being reactivated. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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Emerald Knight’s Shine Restored

Staff Sergeant Edison Irizarry, 56th Equipment Maintenance Group aerospace ground equipment craftsman, stands with the coat of armor he restored for the 308th Aircraft Maintenance Unit at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Dec. 13, 2018. The armor was dedicated to Staff Sgt. Kelae Barcelona, 308th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, who passed away after being hit by a drunk driver while on his way to work in 2005. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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Emerald Knight’s Shine Restored

An Emerald Knight dedicated to the memory of Staff Sgt. Kelae Barcelona, 308th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, stands beside a table of memorabilia from the 308th AMU at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Dec. 13, 2018. Staff Sgt. Edison Irizarry, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment craftsman, restored the armor for the reactivation ceremony of the 308th Fighter Squadron in November 2018, after finding the memorabilia in storage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

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CBRN gear checkout process improves

Airman 1st Class Darrell Robinson, 56th Logistics Readiness Squadron Materiel Management Individual Flight equipment journeyman, inspects a gas mask bag for all essential equipment needed for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear training at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Nov. 27, 2018. The Materiel Management Flight recently reduced the process time of issuing equipment to customers from five to two minutes ensuring that Airmen obtain their equipment without delay. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel Rubio)

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