U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Emilio Maya, right, 86th Security Forces Squadron raven candidate, practices combat techniques against U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Will Dorvilier, left, 86th SFS raven, during a raven field training exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2025. The importance of hand-to-hand combat skills extends beyond self-defense, enabling ravens to maintain control of a situation until backup arrives or other resources can be deployed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Will Dorvilier, left, 86th Security Forces Squadron raven, provides red-man training to raven candidates assigned to the 86th SFS during a raven field training exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2025. A simulated crowd attack demonstrates the importance of hand-to-hand combat skills, enabling ravens to maintain control of a situation until backup arrives or other resources can be deployed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Emilio Maya, left, 86th Security Forces Squadron raven candidate, detains U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Will Dorvilier, bottom, 86th SFS raven, during a raven field training exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2025. The realism of the red-man portion of training allows ravens to recognize potential threats more quickly, improving their situational awareness in high threat environments. Additionally, it fosters confidence in the ravens’ abilities by ensuring they are prepared to handle hostile encounters effectively and safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
Two U.S. Air Force raven candidates assigned to the 86th Security Forces Squadron protect a C-130H Hercules aircraft during a simulated protest strike as part of a raven field training exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2025. Ravens are trained to use a variety of methods including strategic positioning, clear communication and non-aggressive physical tactics to manage unruly crowds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Shea Haller, right, 86th Security Forces Squadron raven, gives two raven candidates assigned to the 86th SFS helpful insight gathered from the combatives portion of a raven field training exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2025. Red-man training builds mental resilience by pushing trainees to perform under extreme physical and psychological stress, mirroring the intensity of actual confrontations. It offers an opportunity to refine techniques such as restraint and control while under attack, ensuring personnel don’t rely solely on instinct but on learned skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Abey Valles, 86th Security Forces Squadron raven candidate, stands guard in front of a C-130H Hercules aircraft during the first portion of a raven field training exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2025. Raven candidates are tasked with guarding aircraft in potentially hostile areas. This training tests their ability to respond effectively to threats while maintaining composure under pressure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michael Twining, 86th Security Forces Squadron defense force commander, speaks to raven candidates assigned to the 86th SFS after a raven field training exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2025. This comprehensive training provided raven candidates with field exercises, hand-to-hand combat, crowd control and red-man training, preparing them to effectively protect aircraft and personnel in high-risk environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
Three U.S. Airmen assigned to the 86th Security Forces Squadron work together to protect a C-130H Hercules aircraft during a raven field training exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2025. Ravens are trained to anticipate and react to a variety of dangerous situations, ensuring they can protect assets and personnel on the aircraft during deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
Three U.S. Air Force raven candidates assigned to the 86th Security Forces Squadron work together to protect a C-130H Hercules aircraft during a raven field training exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2025. This training is crucial for preparing personnel to protect aircraft in high-threat environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
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