Senior Airman Kelsey Ockman, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordinance disposal technician, and Tech. Sgt. Justin Sorge, 786th CES section chief of operations and training, give interviews during Operation Deterrent Viking at Baumholder Military Training Area, Germany, May 3–8, 2026. Training events like Deterrent Viking ensure EOD forces remain ready to clear explosive threats and sustain the Air Force's ability to project force protection across the European theater. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
Airmen from the 31st Fighter Wing gave back to the community through a new food pantry program that was launched on May 4 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, to support service members and families facing food insecurity and financial hardship.
