Bullseye: CATM Training

  • Published
  • By Airman 1st Class Andre Medina
  • 35th Fighter Wing

Photo series from Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025. CATM trainers play a critical role in developing Airmen’s capabilities and precision, reinforcing the 35th Fighter Wing’s readiness to attack to defend.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Preston Holladay, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire crew chief, aims an M4 carbine at targets during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Preston Holladay, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire crew chief, aims an M4 carbine at targets during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025. The course focus is to enhance Airmen’s capabilities in base defense, rapid response, wartime operations and deterrence against adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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M4 Carbine ammunition lies on a table during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025

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M4 Carbine ammunition lies on a table during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025. The course focus is to enhance the capabilities of Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing in base defense, rapid response, wartime operations and deterrence against adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Donald Holmes, 35th Security Forces Squadron combat arms training and maintenance (CATM) section chief, speaks with Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle, 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs public affairs journeyman, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Donald Holmes, 35th Security Forces Squadron combat arms training and maintenance (CATM) section chief, speaks with Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle, 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs public affairs journeyman, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025. Instruction from CATM trainers ensure Airmen meet operational standards, reinforcing mission readiness across the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing review target results with Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) trainers at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing review target results with Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) trainers at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025. Instruction from CATM trainers ensure Airmen meet operational standards, reinforcing mission readiness across the base. Instruction from CATM trainers ensures Airmen meet operational standards, reinforcing mission readiness across the base and enabling the 35th Fighter Wing to defend the U.S. and Japan, deter adversaries, and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Preston Holladay, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire crew chief, aims an M4 carbine at a target during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Preston Holladay, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire crew chief, aims an M4 carbine at a target during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025. The CATM course provided hands-on instruction to ensure Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing meet Air Force standards for weapon handling, accuracy, and safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Preston Holladay, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire crew chief, aims an M4 carbine at a target during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Preston Holladay, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire crew chief, aims an M4 carbine at a target during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025. The CATM course provides hands-on instruction to ensure Airmen meet the standards for weapon handling, accuracy, and safety. This training is vital for maintaining readiness enabling Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing to support peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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M4 carbines lie on the ground during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025

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M4 carbines lie on the ground during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2025. CATM trainers provide expert instruction to ensure Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing remain proficient and ready to effectively defend the U.S. and Japan and deter adversaries in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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