U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 375th Security Forces Squadron complete a pre-Raven course at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, August 2025. The weeklong training simulated high-threat environments to prepare candidates for the Phoenix Raven Qualification Course, which equips Airmen to protect aircraft and crews in austere locations. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Devin Morgan)
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill.-- Security Forces Airmen spent a demanding week that pushed their physical and mental limits to determine who’s ready for the elite Phoenix Raven Qualification Course.
This pre-Raven course was designed to simulate high-threat environments and prepare these specialized Security Forces personnel to protect mobility aircraft and aircrews in austere and challenging places.
