U.S., Danish EOD technicians enhance combat readiness during FTX

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Benefield, 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, fires sim rounds from a M4 carbine during a field training exercise at Camp Blanding, Florida, Feb. 27, 2026. The joint training focused on testing EOD personnel through realistic, high-pressure scenarios designed to mirror the challenges of a contested operational environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Charles Welty)

PHOTO BY: Staff Sgt. Charles Welty

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NIKON Z 9

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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35/10

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1/160

ISO

250

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