Incirlik Readiness: 39th MDG Airmen exercise for readiness Published March 27, 2014 By Senior Airman Nicole Sikorski 39th Air Base Wing Public Affairs INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey -- Editor's Note: This is the second in a series of articles designed to highlight mission readiness at Incirlik Air Base. Airmen from the 39th Medical Group were part of a readiness exercise March 25, here. Readiness exercises are a vital to ensure the 39th ABW is prepared for emergency situations or contingency operations. As first responders medical group Airmen play a critical role is ensuring the base can perform its mission. During this particular exercise the medical response team cared for Airmen who were simulated as being injured and exposed to radiation. They transported the 'patients' and demonstrated their decontamination actions. In order for the 39th ABW to remain ready a variety of exercises are conducted throughout the year so practices can be strengthened, ensuring mission continuation.