Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Dickson, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician from the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron, assesses Capt. Ana Smith, commander of the EOD flight, in a simulated hostage scenario during an Improvised Explosive Device training event on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 26, 2021. The wires coming out of the hostage’s mouth simulated a light-dependent switch that would set off the IED if exposed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
Airmen from the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron, participate in a simulated hostage scenario during an Improvised Explosive Device training event on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 26, 2021. The IED attached to the hostages had anti-tamper components that would set off the device if manipulated. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)