Advanced Ready Training Core course enhances lethality at Davis-Monthan

U.S. Airmen participating in an Advanced Ready Training Core course move with weapons to rescue a simulated casualty at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Aug. 6, 2026. The scenario combined tactical movement and casualty evacuation procedures to strengthen expeditionary readiness and develop mission-essential warfighting skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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Advanced Ready Training Core course enhances lethality at Davis-Monthan

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 355th Wing participate in the Advanced Ready Training Core course at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Aug. 7, 2026. The training provided Airmen hands-on experience with weapons handling fundamentals, reinforcing combat readiness and lethality across the force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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Advanced Ready Training Core course enhances lethality at Davis-Monthan

A U.S. Air Force combat arms training and maintenance instructor adjusts an Airman’s optic during an Advanced Ready Training Core course at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Aug. 7, 2026. The course enhanced marksmanship proficiency through practical instruction, equipping Airmen with the skills necessary to effectively employ assigned weapons systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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Advanced Ready Training Core course enhances lethality at Davis-Monthan

A U.S. Air Force combat arms training and maintenance instructor signals the firing line as ready during the weapons portion of an Advanced Ready Training Core course at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Aug. 7, 2026. Range safety procedures and standardized commands ensured a controlled training environment while enabling Airmen to develop critical combat skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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Advanced Ready Training Core course enhances lethality at Davis-Monthan

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christian Rivera assigned to the 355th Force Support Squadron applies a tourniquet to a simulated casualty during an Advanced Ready Training Core course at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Aug. 6, 2026. Hands-on medical training equipped Airmen with lifesaving skills needed to provide immediate care to injured personnel during deployed and contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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Advanced Ready Training Core course enhances lethality at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base

Published Aug. 18, 2026
By Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio
355th Wing Public Affairs

DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. --

U.S. Airmen participating in an Advanced Ready Training Core course move with weapons to rescue a simulated casualty at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Aug. 6, 2026. The scenario combined tactical movement and casualty evacuation procedures to strengthen expeditionary readiness and develop mission-essential warfighting skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)