U.S. Air Force Maj. Evan Dicks, center, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) operations flight commander, renders a salute to Lt. Col. Daniel Blomberg, 35th CES commander, before a squadron physical training session at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The session brought CES Airmen together for a weighted-gear workout focused on building endurance, reinforcing physical readiness and supporting the demands of installation and contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

U.S. Air Force Maj. Evan Dicks, center, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) operations flight commander, renders a salute to Lt. Col. Daniel Blomberg, 35th CES commander, before a squadron physical training session at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The session brought CES Airmen together for a weighted-gear workout focused on building endurance, reinforcing physical readiness and supporting the demands of installation and contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Deante Edward, 35th Security Forces Squadron counter-small unmanned aircraft system noncommissioned officer in charge, briefs 35th Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen after a drone attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. Edwards gave Airmen a closer look at unmanned aircraft system threat capabilities, reinforcing knowledge to improve response actions and help protect personnel during real-world incidents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Deante Edward, 35th Security Forces Squadron counter-small unmanned aircraft system noncommissioned officer in charge, briefs 35th Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen after a drone attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. Edwards gave Airmen a closer look at unmanned aircraft system threat capabilities, reinforcing knowledge to improve response actions and help protect personnel during real-world incidents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron evacuate personnel and transport simulated casualties during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to apply casualty response training and coordinate movement during a rapidly evolving threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron evacuate personnel and transport simulated casualties during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to apply casualty response training and coordinate movement during a rapidly evolving threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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  • U.S. Air Force Maj. Evan Dicks, center, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) operations flight commander, renders a salute to Lt. Col. Daniel Blomberg, 35th CES commander, before a squadron physical training session at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The session brought CES Airmen together for a weighted-gear workout focused on building endurance, reinforcing physical readiness and supporting the demands of installation and contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

    35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

    U.S. Air Force Maj. Evan Dicks, center, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) operations flight commander, renders a salute to Lt. Col. Daniel Blomberg, 35th CES commander, before a squadron physical training session at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The session brought CES Airmen together for a weighted-gear workout focused on building endurance, reinforcing physical readiness and supporting the demands of installation and contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Deante Edward, 35th Security Forces Squadron counter-small unmanned aircraft system noncommissioned officer in charge, briefs 35th Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen after a drone attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. Edwards gave Airmen a closer look at unmanned aircraft system threat capabilities, reinforcing knowledge to improve response actions and help protect personnel during real-world incidents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

    35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Deante Edward, 35th Security Forces Squadron counter-small unmanned aircraft system noncommissioned officer in charge, briefs 35th Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen after a drone attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. Edwards gave Airmen a closer look at unmanned aircraft system threat capabilities, reinforcing knowledge to improve response actions and help protect personnel during real-world incidents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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  • U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron evacuate personnel and transport simulated casualties during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to apply casualty response training and coordinate movement during a rapidly evolving threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

    35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

    U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron evacuate personnel and transport simulated casualties during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to apply casualty response training and coordinate movement during a rapidly evolving threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

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U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron participate in a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to apply casualty response training and coordinate movement during a rapidly evolving threat environment.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Justin Chamberlain, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal specialist, controls a field training smoke canister during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to apply casualty response training and coordinate movement during a rapidly evolving threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Justin Chamberlain, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal specialist, controls a field training smoke canister during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to apply casualty response training and coordinate movement during a rapidly evolving threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Justin Chamberlain, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal specialist, controls a field training smoke canister during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to apply casualty response training and coordinate movement during a rapidly evolving threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Justin Chamberlain, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal specialist, controls a field training smoke canister during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to apply casualty response training and coordinate movement during a rapidly evolving threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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A smoke canister lies on the ground during a drone attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario used props, simulated explosion sounds and small unmanned aircraft systems to create a realistic training environment for Airmen responding to casualties, hazards and movement challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

A smoke canister lies on the ground during a drone attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario used props, simulated explosion sounds and small unmanned aircraft systems to create a realistic training environment for Airmen responding to casualties, hazards and movement challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron perform Tactical Combat Casualty Care during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to provide immediate casualty care and apply lifesaving skills in a simulated threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron perform Tactical Combat Casualty Care during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The scenario tested Airmen’s ability to provide immediate casualty care and apply lifesaving skills in a simulated threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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U.S. Airmen perform Tactical Combat Casualty Care procedures during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The training strengthened the squadron’s ability to preserve life and maintain mission continuity during contested-base scenarios where rapid casualty response supports installation resilience and combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

U.S. Airmen perform Tactical Combat Casualty Care procedures during a small unmanned aircraft system attack exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The training strengthened the squadron’s ability to preserve life and maintain mission continuity during contested-base scenarios where rapid casualty response supports installation resilience and combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Carlos Cardenas, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron optimizations noncommissioned officer in charge, carries sandbags during a squadron physical training session at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The session reinforced Air Force fitness standards by challenging muscular endurance, movement under load and the physical conditioning required to meet civil engineer mission demands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

35th Civil Engineer Squadron tests readiness in drone attack exercise

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Carlos Cardenas, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron optimizations noncommissioned officer in charge, carries sandbags during a squadron physical training session at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2026. The session reinforced Air Force fitness standards by challenging muscular endurance, movement under load and the physical conditioning required to meet civil engineer mission demands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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