By Airman 1st Class Adrian Salazar, 49th Wing Public Affairs / Published April 02, 2021
An Airman from Holloman Air Force Base acts as enemy forces during a ground contingency exercise, March 18, 2021, on HAFB, New Mexico. The main convoy in the exercise experienced protests, ambushes, medical emergencies, and improvised explosive device attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrian Salazar)
A 49th Civil Engineer Squadron convoy prepares to reach its final location during a ground contingency exercise, March 18, 2021, on Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico. The 49th CES practiced a scenario where they need to deliver equipment and personnel to a forward operating base that was recently attacked. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrian Salazar)
An Airman from the 49th Civil Engineer Squadron acts as a casualty during a ground contingency exercise, March 18, 2021, on Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico. Airmen from the 49th CES practiced self-aid and buddy care skills during medical emergency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrian Salazar)
An Airman with the 49th Civil Engineer Squadron radios in the position of enemy forces during a ground contingency exercise, March 18, 2021, on Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico. The exercise was used to strengthen combat readiness for 49th CES Airmen through realistic deployment scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrian Salazar)