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A “victim” is pulled from the icy water of Bass Lake during the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department’s ice-rescue training on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Feb. 10, 2021, while another one waits for first responders in the background. Recent weather conditions gave the fire department a chance to train in conditions it would have to deal with in a real-world situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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A firefighter with the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, carefully makes his way across frozen Bass Lake on Feb. 10, 2021, toward a “victim” during ice-rescue training. The training gave the base’s firefighters an opportunity to practice their skills under real-world conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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A firefighter with the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, holds a carabiner in an icy glove during ice-rescue training Feb. 10, 2021. The training allowed first responders to practice their skills in pulling victims who may have fallen through broken ice. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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A firefighter with the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, plays the role of a “victim” who had fallen through ice Feb. 10, 2021, on the base’s Bass Lake as part of an ice-rescue training exercise. Cold water quickly brings on hypothermia. A victim in street clothes may not be able to assist in their own rescue after only 10 minutes in the water. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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A “victim” is pulled from the icy water of Bass Lake on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, during ice-rescue training for the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department, Feb. 10, 2021. Recent weather conditions gave the fire department a chance to train in conditions it would have to deal with in a real-world situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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Brian Wilcher, a captain with the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, demonstrates how to connect lines and harnesses during ice-rescue training Feb. 10, 2021. February’s sustained cold weather gave the fire department an opportunity to acclimate its first responders to the protective suit, equipment and conditions they would encounter in an ice emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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Firefighters with the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, heave on a line to pull a “victim” out of icy water during rescue training Feb. 10, 2021. Responders must act quickly in an ice-rescue situation as freezing water quickly brings on hypothermia. A victim in street clothes may not be able to assist in their own rescue after only 10 minutes in the water. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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A firefighter with the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, places a line around a co-worker playing the role of “victim” during ice-rescue training Feb. 10, 2021. This month’s Arctic cold blast gave the fire department an opportunity to acclimate its first responders to the protective suit, equipment and conditions they would encounter in an ice emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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A firefighter with the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, helps a “victim” as he is pulled from the icy water of Bass Lake on Feb. 10, 2021, during ice-rescue training. Ice on the base lake froze 4 inches deep, giving the department an opportunity to safely train for the challenges of saving people who have fallen through the surface. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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Brian Wilcher, a captain with the 788th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, demonstrates the use of a cinch-flotation device for ice rescues Feb. 10, 2021. Wilcher said recent Arctic weather gave the base’s Bass Lake a 4-inch ice cover, making it perfect for safe training in a cold climate. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
Homecoming links pilot with ‘next generation’
A B-2 Spirit, flown by Maj. Sarah Kociuba, 393rd Bomb Squadron, leads B-1B Lancer and B-52 Stratofortress aircraft in a formation over Raymond James Stadium during Super Bowl LV in Tampa, Florida, Feb. 7, 2021. Kociuba, a Cleveland native, came to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, on Nov. 15 to talk with students from her old ROTC unit about the transition from cadet to Air Force officer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Warner)
Wright Brothers Memorial
Brig. Gen. John Newberry, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Bomber Directorate executive officer, is the guest speaker at the annual anniversary of first powered flight ceremony, Dec. 17, 2020, at the Wright Brothers Memorial on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Newberry talked of how modern aircraft built on the technology developed by the Wright brothers. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
Wright Brothers Memorial
Amanda Wright Lane and Stephen Wright, great-grandniece and great-grandnephew of the Wright brothers, and Col. Patrick Miller, 88th Air Base Wing and installation commander, lay a wreath at the Wright Brothers Memorial Dec. 17, 2020, during the annual anniversary of the first flight ceremony held on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The memorial overlooks Huffman Prairie where the Wright brothers taught themselves and others how to fly. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
B-1 Lancer Bomber flies over the Wright Brothers Memorial on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
A U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancer Bomber flies over the Wright Brothers Memorial on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Dec. 17, 2020. The flight was part of the annual ceremony marking the 117th anniversary of the first powered flight of an airplane. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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Senior Airman MeLan Smartt sings the national anthem as Col. Patrick Miller, 88th Air Base Wing and installation commander, salutes at the start of the annual ceremony, held at the Wright Brothers Memorial on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Dec. 17, 2020, marking the 117th anniversary of the first powered flight. The memorial overlooks Huffman Prairie where the Wright Brothers taught themselves and others how to fly. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
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Amanda Wright Lane and Stephen Wright, great-grandniece and grandnephew of the Wright brothers, and Col. Patrick Miller, 88th Air Base Wing and installation commander, lay a wreath at the Wright Brothers Memorial Dec. 17, 2020, during the annual anniversary of the first flight ceremony held on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The memorial overlooks Huffman Prairie where the Wright Brothers taught themselves and others how to fly. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signs Senate Bill 7 into law at the National Museum of the United States Air Force
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signs Senate Bill 7 into law at the National Museum of the United States Air Force, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Jan. 27, 2020. The bill mandates Ohio agencies to issue licenses or certificates to qualifying military members and their spouses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Wesley Farnsworth)
U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Carl Schaefer, Air Force Materiel Command vice commander, delivers remarks before the signing of Senate Bill 7 into law
U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Carl Schaefer, Air Force Materiel Command vice commander, delivers remarks before the signing of Senate Bill 7 into law by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine at the National Museum of the United States Air Force, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Jan. 27, 2020. The bill mandates Ohio agencies to issue licenses or certificates to qualifying military members and their spouses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Wesley Farnsworth)
Wright-Patt marks D-Day’s 75th anniversary with flyover, ceremony, exhibits
Maj. Gen. Carl Schaefer, deputy commander, Air Force Materiel Command, serves as the keynote speaker on the 75th anniversary of D-Day on June 6 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ken LaRock)
Wright-Patt marks D-Day’s 75th anniversary with flyover, ceremony, exhibits
A wreath laying ceremony in Memorial Park at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, is preceded by a flyover of a pair of C-47 transport aircraft. The ceremony kicks off the remembrance of the sacrifices made on June 6, 1944 in Normandy, France, site of the largest amphibious assault in history. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ken LaRock)