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Strengthening Alliances: Incirlik's Polish Armed Forces and 39th ABW's Commander

Brig. Gen. Jaroslaw Chojnacki, Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations of the Polish Armed Forces, U.S. Air Force Col. Albert Esposito, 39th Air Base Wing commander, and Lt. Col. Lukasz Wlodarczak, Incirlik Air Base Polish Military Contingent commander, pose for a group photo following a meeting at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Aug. 8, 2025. The meeting strengthened relationships between U.S. and Polish militaries, as they discussed shared defense priorities and highlighted the importance of continued international military integration. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kadielle Shaw)
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Clearing the building

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nicholas Adams, 39th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, conducts a sweep of a building during an active shooter 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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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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Incirlik AB PAX Terminal

Summer midday sun falls on the front of the base passenger terminal building July 31, 2020, Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. The PAX terminal is where all incoming and outgoing Airmen and civilians pass through to enter Turkey. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)
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Taking care of business

Maj. Gen. Cameron Holt, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Contracting, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, awarded the 39th Contracting Squadron with the Outstanding Small Contracting Unit Award in Orlando Fla., April 2, 2019. During the award period, the 39th CONS managed a portfolio valued at $950 million and supported more than 1,000 contractors for Incirlik Air Base and its geographically separated units. (Courtesy Photo)
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Larger than Life Award

Col. Brian A. Filler, 39th Air Base Wing vice commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Jason T. Heilman, 39th ABW command chief, right, present the deployed Larger than Life Award to Senior Airman David Alley, 22nd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron weather forecaster, Apr. 25, 2019, at Incirlik Air Base. Alley provided real-time forecasts for U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa aviators and improved the process for launch and recovery efforts. The monthly award highlights Airmen for their dedication and hard work. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kirby Turbak)
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Larger than Life Award

Col. Brian A. Filler, 39th Air Base Wing vice commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Jason T. Heilman, 39th ABW command chief, right, present the Larger than Life Award to Staff Sgt. Alan Baker, 39th Security Forces Squadron armory assistant NCO in charge, Apr. 25, 2019, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. Baker enhanced his unit by revamping standard operating procedures, identifying and fixing critical communication shortfalls, as well as creating a new unit recall process. The monthly award highlights Airmen for their dedication and hard work. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kirby Turbak)
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Airmen Appreciation BBQ

Airmen have their photo taken after receiving root beer floats March 29, 2019, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. Wing leadership held an Airmen Appreciation Day to thank everyone for their hard work over the last year and through recent inspections. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kirby Turbak)
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Airmen Appreciation BBQ

Chief Master Sgt. Nicholas Lovegreen, 39th Maintenance Squadron superintendent, cooks burgers and hot dogs March 29, 2019, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. The base’s chief master sergeants. were in charge of grilling and preparing food during Airmen Appreciation Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kirby Turbak)
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Don’t be scared, be prepared

A duffel bag containing emergency supplies is displayed March 13, 2019, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. Members of the 39th Civil Engineer Squadron readiness and emergency management flight recommend having an emergency kit in your home and car. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kirby Turbak)
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Don’t be scared, be prepared

The inside of a first aid kit is displayed March 13, 2019, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. According to the 39th Civil Engineer Squadron readiness and emergency management flight, first aid kits should be inspected to make sure medical supplies are not missing or out-of-date. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kirby Turbak)
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Lean but mean: 39th CES makes mission happen

Tech. Sgt. Jamaz Jarvis, 39th Civil Engineer Squadron contracting officer representative, goes over CES’s inventory March 5, 2019, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. Members of CES Quality Assurance oversee contracted-out projects to ensure they are up to Air Force standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kirby Turbak)
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Lean but mean: 39th CES makes mission happen

Staff Sgt. Kevin Oseguera, 39th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal team leader, assists an EOD robot March 4, 2019, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. Members of EOD constantly prepare in the event they need to disarm explosive material in an emergency situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kirby Turbak)
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Lean but mean: 39th CES makes mission happen

Senior Airman Jameson Tate, 39th Civil Engineer Squadron emergency management logistics journeyman, inspects equipment Feb. 27, 2019, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. Emergency Management creates the base’s game plan and trains base members on how to survive and operate in hazardous conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kirby Turbak)
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