Combat Leader Course Cave Training

U.S> Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron perform a cave rescue during an exercise at a local cave, Arizona, August 20, 2026. The Pararescuemen participated in the Combat Leader Course, an intensive training event designed to teach Pararescuemen advanced rescue and leadership skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd) Photo edited for security purposes.

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Combat Leader Course Cave Training

U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron check the vitals of a simulated casualty during an exercise at a local cave, Arizona, August 20, 2026. The Pararescuemen participated in the Combat Leader Course, which trains Airmen in advanced rescue techniques and mission leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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Combat Leader Course Cave Training

U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron strategize simulated casualty movement during an exercise at a local cave, Arizona, August 20, 2026. The exercise prepared Pararescuemen to lead rescue teams and make critical decisions in high-stress operational environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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Combat Leader Course Cave Training

U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron transport a simulated casualty during the Combat Leader Course at a local cave, Arizona, August 20, 2026. CLC uses realistic, high-pressure scenarios to prepare Pararescuemen to respond decisively during rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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Combat Leader Course Cave Training

U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron strategize simulated casualty movement during an exercise at a local cave, Arizona, August 20, 2026. The exercise tasked Pararescuemen with rescuing a simulated casualty while safely moving through an austere environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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Combat Leader Course Cave Training

U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron transport a simulated casualty through a crawlway during an exercise at a local cave, Arizona, August 20, 2026. The training scenario tested the Pararescuemen’s rescue and response capabilities in an austere environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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Combat Leader Course Cave Training

U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron move a simulated casualty during an exercise at a local cave, Arizona, August 20, 2026. The Pararescuemen participated in the Combat Leader Course, which trains Airmen in advanced rescue techniques and mission leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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Combat Leader Course Cave Training

Published Sept. 9, 2026
By Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd
355th Wing Public Affairs

DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. -- U.S> Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron perform a cave rescue during an exercise at a local cave, Arizona, August 20, 2026. The Pararescuemen participated in the Combat Leader Course, an intensive training event designed to teach Pararescuemen advanced rescue and leadership skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd) Photo edited for security purposes.