Defuse, clear, enable: Deterrent Viking sharpens EOD readiness

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Taylor Lanteine, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal flight team leader, uses a metal detector during Operation Deterrent Viking training Baumholder Military Training Area, Germany, May 5, 2026. EOD technicians employ specialized tools including robotics, X-ray and radiation detection equipment. Exercises like Deterrent Viking continue to evolve alongside emerging threats, most recently incorporating live drone swarm operations.. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dylan Myers)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Dylan Myers
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NIKON Z 6

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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28/10

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1/1600

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250

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