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Combat readiness drill prepares Keesler personnel for real-world deployment

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Nathan Irelan, 81st Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance multipurpose shop noncommissioned officer in charge, observes as Allen Castleberry, Akima munitions specialist, clears his weapon during a combat readiness drill at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Feb. 26, 2026. The drill tested the installation’s ability to deploy forces and sustain operations. The scenario simulated Air Education and Training Command Forces backfilling Pacific Air Forces assets that have been forward deployed during the initial outbreak of hostilities with a regional adversary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)

PHOTO BY: Kemberly Groue
VIRIN: 260226-F-BD983-1025.JPG
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45/10

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500

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