U.S. Air Force firemen from the 633d Civil Engineer Squadron simulate a pilot rescue during an aircraft crash exercise at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 2, 2024. The training reinforced their ability to respond quickly and efficiently during real-world emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)

U.S. Air Force Airman Reed assigned to the 633d Security Forces Squadron follows a procedure checklist during an aircraft crash exercise at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 2, 2024. Attention to detail was essential in maintaining operational safety and mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)

A U.S. Air Force fireman from the 633d Civil Engineer Squadron lays a ladder down on the flight line during an aircraft crash exercise at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 2, 2024. The ladder was previously used to successfully retrieve a pilot from a simulated aircraft crash. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)

A U.S. Air Force fireman from the 633d Civil Engineer Squadron moves a ladder during an aircraft crash exercise at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 2, 2024. This exercise highlighted first responder’s essential role through a simulated rescue operation of a pilot in an aircraft crash. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)

U.S. Air Force firemen from the 633d Civil Engineer Squadron assist a pilot out of an F-22 Raptor during an aircraft crash exercise at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 2, 2024. This exercise tested the firemen’s readiness to handle life-threatening situations in an efficient and controlled environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mikaela Smith)