A Barksdale Airman performs self-aid and buddy care during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. The ATSO exercise tested Airmen and their ability to respond to various scenarios in a deployed environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)(RELEASED)
Barksdale Airmen watch a suspicious individual as they refer to the Airman's Manual during the Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. The ATSO exercise tested 2nd Bomb Wing Airmen on their ability to respond to various scenarios in a deployed environment. The Airman's Manual is a standard issue reference guide with information on a wide variety of Air Force subjects. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)
A Barksdale Airman watches a suspicious individual during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. The ATSO exercise tested 2nd Bomb Wing Airmen on their ability to respond to various scenarios in a deployed environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)
A post attack reconnaissance team transports a simulated casualty to a casualty collection point during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. The ATSO exercise tested Airmen and their ability to respond to various scenarios in a deployed environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)(RELEASED)
Barksdale Airmen conduct self-aid and buddy care on a simulated casualty during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. Airmen practiced basic life-saving steps include: establish an open airway, ensure breathing, stop bleeding, prevent further disability and minimize further exposure to adverse weather. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)(RELEASED)
A Barksdale Airman dons his gas mask during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. When donning a gas mask, Airmen must perform certain checks to make sure it fits properly. Some of the checks include adjusting the straps and performing a seal test to ensure there are no leaks. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)
A Barksdale Airman performs a buddy check on a team member during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. The ATSO exercise is used to evaluate how 2nd Bomb Wing Airmen respond to and fulfill mission requirements in a hostile environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)
Barksdale Airmen cordon an area where a simulated unexploded ordnance was discovered during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. The markings were set up to alert others of a UXO in the area. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)
Barksdale Airmen set up a chemical agent detection paper stand during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. The paper is used to detect nerve and blister agents in the area they are placed. The paper will change colors when it contacts a nerve or blister agent. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)
A Barksdale Airman writes the time and date on a piece of M8 chemical agent detection paper during an Ability to Survive and Operate exercise on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 11. The paper is used to detect nerve and blister agents in the air. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)(RELEASED)