LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. — U.S. Air Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal Airmen assigned to the 56th Civil Engineering Squadron showcase their mission and train with Zambia Air Force and Army personnel, February 2025, in Livingstone, Zambia.
The Airmen selected for the training event provided instruction on explosive safety, physical security, and stockpile management. The training aimed to establish a foundation for long-term self-sustainability with the partner nation.
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Source: U.S. Air Force
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