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EOD detonates rocket motor

Staff Sgt. Jordan Jones, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal team member, assigned to Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., inspects the aftermath of an explosion Sept. 12, 2019, at the Barry M. Goldwater Range near Gila Bend, Ariz. EOD detonated a rocket motor, containing more than 7,200 pounds of explosives, during a demonstration operation to test the magnitude of the explosion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Brooke Moeder)

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EOD detonates rocket motor

A rocket motor is detonated during a demolition operation Sept. 12, 2019, at the Barry M. Goldwater Range near Gila Bend, Ariz. The rocket motor, filled with carboxyl-terminated polybutadiene (CTPB), was detonated in a controlled environment to test how much propellant was expelled from the explosion to determine if emergency explosive disposals could be performed in the future at a separate range. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Brooke Moeder)

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EOD detonates rocket motor

Personnel from Camp Navajo in Bellemont, Ariz., guide a rocket motor into a hole, in preparation of a demolition operation Sept. 12, 2019, at the Barry M. Goldwater Range near Gila Bend, Ariz. Airmen from the 56th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., tested the magnitude of a rocket motor explosion at the disposal range to see if any future emergency disposals could be performed at Camp Navajo, a heavily wooded area, without starting a fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Brooke Moeder)

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EOD detonates rocket motor

A rocket motor, filled with carboxyl-terminated polybutadiene (CTPB), is detonated during a demolition operation Sept. 12, 2019, at the Barry M. Goldwater Range near Gila Bend, Ariz. Personnel from the 56th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., detonated two rocket motors, each containing more than 7,200 pounds of explosives, at the disposal range during a span of two days to see the magnitude of the explosion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Brooke Moeder)

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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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Retiree Appreciation Day showcases mission, thanks Veterans

Senior Airman Henry Dodd, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordinance Disposal member, explains how one of the EOD robots works during a Retiree Appreciation Day event Oct. 20, 2018, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. A number of units from across base set up interactive demonstrations and exhibits to show retirees and their families how Luke trains the world’s greatest fighter pilots and combat ready Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

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Retiree Appreciation Day showcases mission, thanks Veterans

Staff Sgt. Tyler Hendrix, 56th Security Forces Squadron military working dog trainer, stands with 56th SFS MWD Rango during a demonstration Oct. 20, 2018, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. As part of the Retiree Appreciation Day event, the 56th SFS demonstrated some of the training and skills used for military working dog on a daily basis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

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Retiree Appreciation Day showcases mission, thanks Veterans

Maj. Douglas Hess, 56th Fighter Wing deputy chaplain, shares a personal story and invocation with attendees of a Retiree Appreciation Day event Oct. 20, 2018, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Attendees had the opportunity to attend presentations including information on Veterans Affairs benefits, a briefing on the F-35A Lightning II and demonstrations from the Luke Fire Department and the 56th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

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Retiree Appreciation Day showcases mission, thanks Veterans

An Airman assigned to the 56th Medical Group administers a shot to a veteran during Retiree Appreciation Day event Oct. 20, 2018, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. 56th MDG members checked that the retirees were up to date on their shots and offered any they may have been missing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

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Retiree Appreciation Day showcases mission, thanks Veterans

Capt. Ivette Caro, 56th Medical Group family health registered nurse, helps a veteran attending the Retiree Appreciation Day event fill out paperwork Oct. 20, 2018, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The 56th MDG offered information on healthcare options and free blood pressure screenings at the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zoie Rider)

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SFS, EOD visit local middle school

A student from L. Thomas Heck Middle School smiles through the visor of a 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal bomb suit helmet April 20, 2018, in Litchfield Park, Ariz. Students could try on suits, uniform items, and other protective wear commonly used by Luke Air Force Base Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ridge Shan)

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SFS, EOD visit local middle school

Students from L. Thomas Heck Middle school fiddle with police handcuffs during the 56th Security Forces Squadron visit April 20, 2018, in Litchfield Park, Ariz. Students from each grade had a chance to interact with and learn from Luke Air Force Base Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ridge Shan)

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SFS, EOD visit local middle school

Senior Airman Melissa Ledezma, 56th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, helps a student from L. Thomas Heck Middle School try on her protective vest April 20, 2018, in Litchfield Park, Ariz. The 56th SFS brought vehicles, protective wear, and a military working dog to show off to students during their visit to the school. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ridge Shan)

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SFS, EOD visit local middle school

A student tries on the protective vest and helmet of a 56th Security Forces Squadron patrolman April 20, 2018, at L. Thomas Heck Middle School, Litchfield Park, Ariz. The 56th SFS and a group of explosive ordnance disposal Airmen from the 56th Civil Engineer Squadron provided displays for students who collected food and entertainment material to send care packages to deployed service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ridge Shan)

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SFS, EOD visit local middle school

A 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician talks about his equipment and work with a group of students from L. Thomas Heck Middle School April 20, 2018, in Litchfield Park, Ariz. The 56th CES EOD joined several flights of Airmen from the 56th Security Forces Squadron in visiting the middle school. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ridge Shan)

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SFS, EOD visit local middle school

Members of the 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal flight interact with students from L. Thomas Heck Middle School April 20, 2018, in Litchfield Park, Ariz. Together with the 56th Security Forces Squadron, Luke Airmen visited the school to thank them for their efforts in providing care packages for deployed service members and to immerse them, for a brief period of time, in military customs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ridge Shan)

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SFS, EOD visit local middle school

Members of L. Thomas Heck Middle School’s sixth-grade class pose for a photo with members of the 56th Security Forces Squadron and 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal flight April 20, 2018, in Litchfield Park, Ariz. The table in the center contained food and entertainment items to be sent in care packages to deployed service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ridge Shan)

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EOD Proficiency Training

Senior Airman Tahir Finley, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordinance disposal team member (left) and Airman 1st Class Christian Bish, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron munitions management apprentice, prepare sticks of dynamite for detonation at the Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field in Gila Bend, Ariz., Sept. 21, 2017. Throughout the demolition day, EOD Airmen worked together to ensure safety when handling explosives. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Alexander Cook)

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