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Members of the class of Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 pose for a photo after completing the Green Mile event at Schofield Barracks East Range, Hawaii, June 12, 2026. Vanguard Expeditionary Training aims to strengthen Airmen’s warrior ethos, mental readiness and ability to operate in demanding environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman climbs up a hill during the Green Mile for Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 on Schofield Barracks East Range, Hawaii, June 12, 2026. The course incorporated elements adapted from the U.S. Army’s Jungle Operations Training Course and aimed to strengthen Airmen’s warrior ethos, mental readiness and ability to operate in demanding environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman jumps over an obstacle during the Green Mile for Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 on Schofield Barracks East Range, Hawaii, June 12, 2026. The course incorporated elements adapted from the U.S. Army’s Jungle Operations Training Course and aimed to strengthen Airmen’s warrior ethos, mental readiness and ability to operate in demanding environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman climbs through a pipe during the Green Mile for Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 on Schofield Barracks East Range, Hawaii, June 12, 2026. The course incorporated elements adapted from the U.S. Army’s Jungle Operations Training Course and aimed to strengthen Airmen’s warrior ethos, mental readiness and ability to operate in demanding environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Michael Haywood, 15th Wing command chief, speaks to the class of Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 prior to the final Green Mile event at Schofield Barracks East Range, Hawaii, June 12, 2026. Vanguard Expeditionary Training aims to strengthen Airmen’s warrior ethos, mental readiness and ability to operate in demanding environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman shoots a paintball gun while covering his team during a combat lifesaver course for Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, June 9, 2026. The training challenged Airmen to balance casualty care, communication and situational awareness while operating under simulated enemy fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman shoots a paintball gun during a combat lifesaver course for Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, June 9, 2026. The training challenged Airmen to balance casualty care, communication and situational awareness while operating under simulated enemy fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman shoots a paintball gun during a combat lifesaver course for Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, June 9, 2026. The training challenged Airmen to balance casualty care, communication and situational awareness while operating under simulated enemy fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen help each other climb an obstacle on the Leadership Reaction Course during Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 on Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, June 8, 2026. The Leadership Reaction Course challenged Airmen to solve complex obstacles under strict time constraints through communication, teamwork and critical thinking. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen congratulate each other after completing water survival training during Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, June 8, 2026. Airmen practiced entering the water with simulated M4 rifles, treading water and swimming extended distances to build endurance and confidence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman swims in a pool for water survival training during Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, June 8, 2026. Airmen practiced entering the water with simulated M4 rifles, treading water and swimming extended distances to build endurance and confidence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen dive into a pool during water survival training during Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, June 8, 2026. Airmen practiced entering the water with simulated M4 rifles, treading water and swimming extended distances to build endurance and confidence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26

Published June 16, 2026
By Senior Airman Aden Brown
15th Wing

Schofield Barracks, Hawaii -- Members of the class of Vanguard Expeditionary Training 02-26 pose for a photo after completing the Green Mile event at Schofield Barracks East Range, Hawaii, June 12, 2026. Vanguard Expeditionary Training aims to strengthen Airmen’s warrior ethos, mental readiness and ability to operate in demanding environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown)

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