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Playing tag with Rosso

Jared Brown, Spokesman Review reporter, experiences the effectiveness of Rosso, 92nd Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog, during a Year of the Defender media day event at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 29, 2019. MWDs start their training at Lackland Air Force Base, as the U.S. Air Force manages the program that trains all the MWDs for all military branches. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Show of force

92nd Security Forces Squadron Airmen practice a show of force traffic stop training exercise with Nikki Torres, KXLY reporter, during a Year of the Defender media day event at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 29, 2019. Show of Force training is vital to help train Defenders on how to think quickly and react with an appropriate amount of force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Working in chem gear

Peter Maxwell, KHQ reporter, experiences what it’s like to work in chemical protective gear during a Year of the Defender media day event at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 29, 2019. Chemical, biological radiological and nuclear (CBRN) gear is a vital to protect Airmen in dangerous environments, but presents a challenge to work in, so CBRN training is a vital component in keeping U.S. forces able to operate in any situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Relocation

92nd Security Forces Squadron Airmen evacuate local media members to a safe area after a simulated explosion training exercise during a Year of the Defender media day event at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 29, 2019. Security forces Airmen are charged with training and maintaining combat readiness on weapons and protective gear for all Airmen, ensuring everyone is deployment ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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SFS breifing

Chief Master Sgt. Thomas Henzl, 92nd Security Forces Squadron security forces manager, greets six members of local Spokane news agencies during a Year of the Defender media day event at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 29, 2019. YotD is part of a security forces revitalization initiative that aims to update and upgrade combat Airmen units that have been worked hard since the terrorist attacks of 9/11. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Freeze!

92nd Security Forces Squadron Airmen practice a show of force traffic stop training exercise during a Year of the Defender media day event at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 29, 2019. The U.S. Air Force’s largest career field consists of more than 38,000 security forces Airmen that work worldwide to protect its people, assets and arsenal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tyler Ferris, 92nd Maintenance Group Air Force Repair Enhancement Program technician, poses for a photo at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, March 20, 2019. Ferris received a meritorious award from the Spokane Fire Department for his quick actions in providing life-saving aid to a victim of a car accident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lawrence Sena)
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A meritorious life-saving award rests displayed during the Spokane Fire Department’s 2019 Meritorious Awards ceremony at the Spokane Fire Department Training Facility in Spokane, Washington, March 27, 2019. U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Blaine Holland, 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Emergency Services superintendent, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tyler Ferris, 92nd Maintenance Group Air Force Repair Enhancement Program technician, received the award for their actions in providing first-aid to the victim of a car accident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lawrence Sena)
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tyler Ferris, 92nd Maintenance Group Air Force Repair Enhance Program technician and U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Blaine Holland, 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Emergency Services superintendent receive a life-saving award from the Spokane Fire Department at the Spokane Fire Department Training Facility in Spokane, Washington, March 27, 2019. Ferris and Holland provided life-saving first-aid to the victim of a car accident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lawrence Sena)
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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Blaine Holland, 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Emergency Services superintendent, poses for a photo at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, March 19, 2019. Blaine was honored by the Spokane Fire Department for his actions in helping save the life of a car accident victim. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lawrence Sena)
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Let Freedom Ring

Senior Airman Caroline Belch, 141st Medical Group aerospace medical technician, receives the Guard/Reserve military member of the year E1-E4 award in Spokane, Washington, May 17, 2018. This year marked the 62nd anniversary since the event’s inception. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Let Freedom Ring

Tech. Sgt. Angela Brown, 141s Medical Group, receives the Guard/Reserve military member of the year E5-E6 award in Spokane, Washington, May 17, 2018. The keynote speaker for the event was Retired Lt. Col. Alan Westfield. During his 21 years in the army, Westfield served as an infantry officer. He shared the stories of several fallen military heroes and spoke of the courage and importance of all military members and the importance of being a good citizen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Let Freedom Ring

Senior Airman Arthur Kidd, 92nd Maintenance Squadron, receives the Active Duty military member of the year E1-E4 award in Spokane, Washington, May 17, 2018. This year marked the 62nd anniversary since the event’s inception. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Let Freedom Ring

Master Sgt. Shane Poole, 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, receives the Active Duty military member of the year E7-E9 award in Spokane, Washington, May 17, 2018. Annually, Greater Spokane Incorporated and the Spokane Lilac Festival committee host the Annual Let Freedom Ring event honoring members of the armed forces and first responders. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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Let Freedom Ring

Lt. Col. Robert Corsi, 92nd Maintenance Squadron commander, accepts the Neal Fosseen award on behalf of the 92nd MXS in Spokane, Washington, May 17, 2018. Annually, Greater Spokane Incorporated and the Spokane Lilac Festival committee host the Annual Let Freedom Ring event honoring members of the armed forces and first responders. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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A week in history Aug. 27 – Sept. 2

Fairchild Air Force Base held a ceremony to celebrate the arrival of its first Boeing KC-135R model, nicknamed the “Lilac Princess," Aug. 27, 1990 at Fairchild AFB, Washington. (Courtesy Photo)
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A week in history Aug. 27 – Sept. 2

The 92nd Bombardment Group arrived at Bovingdon Airdrome, the second complete group to arrive in the United Kingdom. This was the first group to fly non-stop from Newfoundland to Scotland and the first notable acts by the 92nd BG occurred on their trans-Atlantic flight. The 326th Bomb Squadron was first, followed by the 325th, 327th and 407th Bomb Squadrons. Many detailed plans were formulated including contingencies for mechanical or personnel problems. Out of a force of 32 aircraft, only two had to land in Greenland due to problems. The final squadron arrived on Aug. 28, 1942, making the 92nd BG the second complete group to arrive in the British Isles (Courtesy Photo)
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A week in history Aug. 13 - 19

B-17 Flying Fortresses from the 8th Air Force attacked ball bearing plants on the first of two raids on Schweinfurt, Germany, during World War II. During the mission, the 8th AF lost approximately 36 B-17s, including two from the 92nd Bomb Group. All 20 BG aircrew members survived being shot down and would later become prisoners of war. (Courtesy Photo)
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A week in history Aug. 13 - 19

B-17 Flying Fortresses from the 8th Air Force attacked ball bearing plants on the first of two raids on Schweinfurt, Germany, during World War II. During the mission, the 8th AF lost approximately 36 B-17s, including two from the 92nd Bomb Group. All 20 BG aircrew members survived being shot down and would later become prisoners of war. (Courtesy Photo)
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A week in history Aug. 13 - 19

On Aug. 15, 1929 the Spokane Sun God departed Felts Field and performed numerous mission firsts over the course of five days. Nick Mamer, also known as “Mr. Spokane Aviation,” and Art Walker, flew their Buhl CA-6 aircraft for approximately 120 hours. Their route took them from Spokane to San Francisco to New York and back to Spokane setting a world record for the longest non-stop flight of 7,200 lineal miles. From headwinds over Wyoming to bad weather over Pennsylvania, engine issues to forest fires; the pilots faced many obstacles during the course of their flight. However, despite all the obstacles, they successfully landed back at Felts Field at about 6 p.m. on Aug. 20, 1929. (Courtesy Photo)
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