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Securing the suspect

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Lawrence Alexander, 39th Security Forces Squadron senior patrolman, handcuffs and detains a gunman during an active shooter exercise at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Oct. 23, 2020. Exercises typically involve multiple Air Force units and are used to gauge readiness of all parties involved via the Inspector General Inspections unit, which looks for ways to correct shortcomings and improve the ability of all sections of base operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Cuffed

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Lawrence Alexander, 39th Security Forces Squadron senior patrolman, handcuffs and detains a gunman during an active shooter exercise at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Oct. 23, 2020. It’s important for all Airmen to practice their part in incident response scenarios to help develop a sense of comfortability with the procedures necessary to efficiently respond, limit damage and prevent loss of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Tango down

U.S. Air Force 39th Security Forces Squadron members work together to subdue a gunman during an active shooter exercise at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Oct. 23, 2020. Security Forces Airmen are typically the first to respond to any incident and must coordinate manpower, resources and establish clear communication to best respond to any given situation, paving the way for additional responders to follow-up. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Responding to an active shooter threat

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Myers, 39th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, moves to neutralize a gunman during an active shooter exercise at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Oct. 23, 2020. It’s important for all Airmen to practice their part in incident response scenarios to help develop a sense of comfortability with the procedures necessary to efficiently respond, limit damage and prevent loss of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Training sidearm ... check

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nicholas Adams, 39th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, checks his holster and training sidearm during an active shooter exercise at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Oct. 23, 2020. The exercise was designed to be a base-wide scenario, where all facets of the base’s Emergency Response Team are tested on how fluid they work together to respond, remedy and recover from an incident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Checking on the status of the exercise

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ny’Zavian Dozier, 39th Security Forces Squadron quality control, monitors the status of the 39th SFS response to an active shooter during an exercise at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Oct. 23, 2020. Exercises typically involve multiple Air Force units and are used to gauge readiness of all parties involved via the Inspector General Inspections unit, which looks for ways to correct shortcomings and improve the ability of all sections of base operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Playing the part of a gunman

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kelsey Corey, 39th Security Forces Squadron physical security Noncommissioned Officer in charge, plays the part of an active shooter during an exercise at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Oct. 23, 2020. The ‘run-hide-fight’ response technique is used by all base personnel to determine how to properly react in an active shooter situation. Continuous training and preparedness is integral to ensuring base safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Out with the old flu vaccines

Expired influenza vaccines await proper disposal at the 39th Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics Flight facilities at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 19, 2020. The Medical Logistics Flight strictly ensures quality control of products by only allowing serviceable products, non-expired medications and other perishable products such as vaccines and blood to stay within a safe temperature range for the best possible patient care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Checking the Medical Supply stores

U.S. Air Force Maj. Crystal Karahan, 39th Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics flight commander, discusses the process of keeping sufficient on-hand supplies at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 19, 2020. Medical Logistics Airmen can’t rush order supplies like their civilian counterparts can, so they plan ahead to understand the best amount of supplies to keep on hand to reduce potential waste and maintain patient care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Strapping down

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 39th Medical Support Squadron test the top straps of a fully loaded aircraft pallet during cargo build-up training with the 39th Logistics Readiness Squadron at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 19, 2020. Medical Logistics has a wide mission that touches upon acquisitions, procurement and contracting for the 39th Medical Group. They oversee equipment repair and maintenance, facility upkeep and quality control. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Prepping the net

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 39th Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics Flight train on how to load an aircraft pallet during cargo build-up training with 39th Logistics Readiness Squadron Airmen at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 19, 2020. Medical Logistics Airmen differentiate themselves by maintaining a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management due to the need for having eyes on all the moving parts of the process. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Got to be really tight

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Michael Shaw, 39th Logistics Readiness Squadron Air Transport Function section chief, demonstrates how to use a strap winch to secure cargo to an aircraft pallet during cargo build-up training with the 39th Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics Flight at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 19, 2020. Health care supplies can range from bandages to reactive gases to perishable medicines or blood. They have to be packed carefully to not be damaged during transport. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Checking the load

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Michael Shaw, 39th Logistics Readiness Squadron Air Transport Function section chief, checks the condition of straps that secure cargo to an aircraft pallet during cargo build-up training with the 39th Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics Flight at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 19, 2020. Teamwork is a vital component of Air Force operations both on base and in a deployed forward position where timely supplies can make or break a military effort, so mutual understanding of respective functions and needs between the air transport function and medical communities is essential. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Up and over

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alex Andrade, 39th Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics medical equipment office and contract management NCO in-charge, throws a cargo net over an aircraft cargo pallet during cargo build-up training with the 39th Logistics Readiness Squadron at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 19, 2020. Some bases and deployed forward positions don’t have rapid delivery, so Medical Logistics Airmen must know lead times, internal and external customer needs, and forward logistics know-how to be able to take care of client needs in a timely manner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Fielding questions from digital audience

Capt. Geneva Giaimo, 39th Air Base Wing Public Affairs chief, conveys questions from the online audience during a commander’s call at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 25, 2020. The meeting was an opportunity for the new wing commander to discuss the base’s mission, his vision for the base and to engage with Airmen on topics that interest and concern them living and working at Incirlik. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Asking questions safely

Maj. Crystal Karahan, 39th Medical Support Squadron medical logistics commander, asks Col. John Creel, 39th Air Base Wing commander, a question about seasonal readiness during a commander’s call at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 25, 2020. The commander’s call concluded with questions from the audience both in person and from viewers on the Facebook live-stream. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Geneva Giaimo)
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Base Commander Col. Creel speaks

Col. John Creel, 39th Air Base Wing commander, speaks to Airmen in-person and online during a commander’s call at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 25, 2020. Incoming commanders traditionally host a meeting with Airmen to introduce themselves, but due to COVID-19 precautions, most of the attendees watched online. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Commander's call with COVID spacking

Col. John Creel, 39th Air Base Wing commander, speaks to Airmen in-person and online during a commander’s call at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 25, 2020. All-call meetings can draw crowds of hundreds of Airmen, but organizers ensure the safety of the limited in-person attendees by limiting numbers, spacing seats and enforcing sanitization. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Ensuring phone lines never fail

U.S. Senior Airman Muhammad Jackson, 39th Communications Squadron cable maintenance supervisor, checks for bad telephone lines at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 12, 2020. Miles of cable lines crisscross the installation, requiring CS Airmen to manage, install and repair intricate systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Sending a test signal

U.S. Senior Airman Muhammad Jackson, 39th Communications Squadron cable maintenance supervisor, checks for bad telephone lines at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aug. 12, 2020. Every building at Incirlik is connected by communication cables, which house up to hundreds of smaller wires that connect every part of a building to the rest of the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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