Kendahl Johnson
In a powerful demonstration of joint force integration and operational readiness, the 75th Air Base Wing recently partnered with the 305th Rescue Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, to conduct dynamic medical evacuation, helicopter landing zone, and air assault training exercises.
The multi-unit exercise brought together the 75th Security Forces Squadron, the 75th Civil Engineer Group’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal, and the 75th Operations Support Squadron, in an exercise aimed to enhance interoperability across mission sets and reinforce the warrior ethos that underpins the Air Force’s combat capabilities.
“Being able to integrate with different mission sets of the Air Force increases the readiness of our Airmen, builds upon our warrior ethos and allows our Airmen to understand more of the warfighting power the Air Force has to bring to the fight,” said Capt. Tyler Moore, 75th Air Base Wing readiness chief.
The training scenario unfolded with EOD and SFS executing a convoy operation, during which EOD teams actively disabled improvised explosive devices along a designated route. When an IED detonated, simulating Airmen receiving battlefield injuries, SFS initiated a medevac request.
Responding swiftly, the 305th RQS launched a helicopter, demonstrating rapid troop deployment under austere conditions. Aircraft were guided to a pre-established landing zone. Upon arrival, personnel rappelled from the helicopter to secure the site, allowing EOD and SFS teams to safely load the simulated casualty victims aboard.
The helicopter then departed, completing the mission. This full scheme of maneuver was executed twice, reinforcing tactical proficiency and coordination among all participating units.
“This kind of integrated training is essential,” Moore said. “It not only prepares our Airmen for real-world contingencies but also deepens their understanding of the Air Force’s full spectrum of warfighting capabilities.”
Moore said exercises like these continue to build resilient, mission-ready teams capable of responding to complex threats with speed and precision—ensuring that if a call to action comes, Hill Air Force Base is ready.
A helicopter prepares to deploy troops during a joint exercise between the 75th Air Base Wing and the 305th Rescue Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. The exercise tested combat readiness skills such as dynamic medical evacuation, helicopter landings and air assault training. (US Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Phillip Zencey) 
An Airman rappels from a helicopter during a joint exercise between the 75th Air Base Wing and the 305th Rescue Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. The exercise tested combat readiness skills such as dynamic medical evacuation, helicopter landings and air assault training. (US Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Phillip Zencey) 
Airmen prepare for a medical evacuation during joint exercise between the 75th Air Base Wing and the 305th Rescue Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. The exercise tested multiple combat readiness skills. (US Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Phillip Zencey) 
Airmen load injured Airman on a helicopter for a medical evacuation during a joint exercise between the 75th Air Base Wing and the 305th Rescue Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. The exercise tested multiple combat readiness skills. (US Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Phillip Zencey) 
Staff Sgt. Jonathan Matute, 75th Security Forces Squadron, hones his communications skills during a joint exercise between the 75th Air Base Wing and the 305th Rescue Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. The exercise tested combat readiness skills such as dynamic medical evacuation, helicopter landings and air assault training. (US Air Force photo by Capt. Tyler Moore) 
Airmen rappel from a helicopter during joint exercise between the 75th Air Base Wing and the 305th Rescue Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. The exercise tested combat readiness skills such as dynamic medical evacuation, helicopter landings and air assault training. (US Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Calin Cronin)