U.S. Airmen assigned to the Air Force District of Washington set up a tent during AFDW Readiness Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 18, 2025. The quarterly event reinforces expeditionary skills to prepare Airmen for real-world deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna)

U.S. Airmen assigned to the Air Force District of Washington receive combative training from 816th Security Forces Squadron Phoenix Ravens during AFDW Readiness Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 18, 2025. Combatives was one of the five events attendees participated in during this quarter deployment readiness day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna)

U.S. Airmen assigned to the Air Force District of Washington watch a Tactical Combat Casualty Care training video during AFDW Readiness Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 18, 2025. The hands-on training and practiced life-saving techniques to enhance mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna)

U.S. Airmen assigned to the Air Force District of Washington don Mission Oriented Protective Posture gear during AFDW Readiness Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 18, 2025. The readiness exercises support AFDW’s mission to maintain a ready and resilient force capable of operating in high-threat environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna)

U.S. Airmen assigned to the Air Force District of Washington receive forklift familiarization training from 316th Logistics Readiness Squadron personnel during AFDW Readiness Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 18, 2025. The event provided cross-unit exposure to improve adaptability in support of diverse mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna)

U.S. Airmen assigned to the Air Force District of Washington unload equipment during AFDW Readiness Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 18, 2025. The event provided cross-unit exposure to improve adaptability in support of diverse mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Njuguna)