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Trimming training time: 31 MXG saves man-hours

On Jan. 6, 2017, 228 31st MXG Airmen were the first to experience a new training program to consolidate approximately 16 hours of training into 6.6 hours. The Expeditionary Skills Rodeo event. Throughout the event credited Airmen in 12 separate courses, certifying them for the next three years. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Cory W. Bush)

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Trimming training time: 31 MXG saves man-hours

An Airman, participating in an Expeditionary Skills Rodeo event, places a sign on a vehicle at Aviano Air Base, Italy on Jan. 6, 2017. During the event, Airmen participated in 12 different courses which certified them for the next three years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cory W. Bush)

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Trimming training time: 31 MXG saves man-hours

Tech. Sgt. Kevin Spranger, 31st Civil Engineer Squadron Emergency Management plans and operations NCO in charge, instructs Airmen from the 31st Maintenance Group during an Expeditionary Skills Rodeo event at Aviano Air Base, Italy on Jan. 6, 2017. Spranger hosted a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and High Yield Explosives defense survival skills course during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cory W. Bush)

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Trimming training time: 31 MXG saves man-hours

Airmen from the 31st Maintenance Group practice covering and labeling equipment that was simulated contaminated by a hazardous substance during an Expeditionary Skills Rodeo event at Aviano Air Base, Italy on Jan. 6, 2017. The exercise was part of a larger Expeditionary Skills Rodeo which condensed 16 hours of training into 6.6 hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cory W. Bush)

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Trimming training time: 31 MXG saves man-hours

Airmen from the 31st Maintenance Group participate in a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and High Yield Explosives defense survival skills class at Aviano Air Base, Italy on Jan. 6, 2017. The class was part of a larger Expeditionary Skills Rodeo event which condensed 16 hours of training into 6.6 hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cory W. Bush)

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Trimming training time: 31 MXG saves man-hours

Master Sgt. James DeBiase, 31st Civil Engineer Squadron Emergency Response Operations section chief, observes Airman 1st Class Shawn Maseberg, 31st Munitions Squadron Precision Guided Munitions crewmember, donning his mission-oriented protective postures gear at Aviano Air Base, Italy on Jan. 6, 2017. Maseberg attended an Expeditionary Skills Rodeo event which condensed 16 hours of training into 6.6 hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cory W. Bush)

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Destinations: Tenerife

Our final destination was to Los Gigantes, a town which features 500-meter-high cliffs known as “Acantilados de los gigantes” or the "Cliffs of the giants." The cliffs are a sight to behold and seem almost unreal. The town, has a city feel with its many restaurants and stores. You can find everything from clothing to food of many cultures including, Chinese, Indian, Mexican, Italian and more.

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Destinations: Tenerife

Our final destination was to Los Gigantes, a town which features 500-meter-high cliffs known as “Acantilados de los gigantes” or the "Cliffs of the giants." The cliffs are a sight to behold and seem almost unreal. The town, has a city feel with its many restaurants and stores. You can find everything from clothing to food of many cultures including, Chinese, Indian, Mexican, Italian and more.

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Destinations: Tenerife

Next on our itinerary was Parque del Drago located next to the Church of San Marcos in the municipality of Icod de los Vinos. In the garden stands a more than 16-meter-high dragon tree, referred to locally as “El Drago Milenario” or the “Thousand-Year-Old Dragon.” Although you can pay an entry fee to get up close and personal with this giant, we opted to view the tree from the plaza besides the Church of San Marcos, where you can get a full view of the garden for free. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

Our final destination was to Los Gigantes, a town which features 500-meter-high cliffs known as “Acantilados de Los Gigantes” or the "Cliffs of the Giants." The cliffs are really a sight to behold and seems almost unreal. The town, has a city feel with its many restaurants and stores. You can find anything from clothing to food of many cultures including, Chinese, Indian, Mexican, Italian and much more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

Our final destination was to Los Gigantes, a town which features 500-meter-high cliffs known as “Acantilados de Los Gigantes” or the "Cliffs of the Giants." The cliffs are really a sight to behold and seems almost unreal. The town, has a city feel with its many restaurants and stores. You can find anything from clothing to food of many cultures including, Chinese, Indian, Mexican, Italian and much more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

Unfortunately, the cable car station, meant to take us to Mount Teide’s peak, was closed due current weather conditions. Our drive wasn’t in vain though, we spent a couple hours exploring Teide National Park, which surrounds Mount Teide. The Mount Teide/Teide National Park area was really interesting because unlike the other locations we visited, its scenery was made up mostly of rocks and shrubs. It was also much colder than the rest of the island because of the elevation, so I suggest bringing a light jacket such as fleece if you decide to visit this location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

On day two we decided to visit Mount Teide an active volcano and UNESCO World Heritage site. Our heads were literally in the clouds during the drive there. It was amazing to see the large rock formations being eaten by the slow-moving clouds. It was both chilling and beautiful at the same time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

On day two we decided to visit Mount Teide an active volcano and UNESCO World Heritage site. Our heads were literally in the clouds during the drive there. It was amazing to see the large rock formations being eaten by the slow-moving clouds. It was both chilling and beautiful at the same time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

On day two we decided to visit Mount Teide an active volcano and UNESCO World Heritage site. Our heads were literally in the clouds during the drive there. It was amazing to see the large rock formations being eaten by the slow-moving clouds. It was both chilling and beautiful at the same time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

To complete the first day of our vacation, we decided to visit Playa de Almáciga. Much like Masca, the drive to Almáciga beach was a bit scary, but was accompanied by the most stunning views. We caught ourselves stopping numerous times to take in the landscape and take too many photos. After multiple stops we finally got to the beach. Unfortunately, the water was too rough to get in so we took a lot more photos and watched the sun set. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

Unfortunately, the cable car station, meant to take us to Mount Teide’s peak, was closed due current weather conditions. Our drive wasn’t in vain though, we spent a couple hours exploring Teide National Park, which surrounds Mount Teide. The Mount Teide/Teide National Park area was really interesting because unlike the other locations we visited, its scenery was made up mostly of rocks and shrubs. It was also much colder than the rest of the island because of the elevation, so I suggest bringing a light jacket such as fleece if you decide to visit this location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

To complete the first day of our vacation, we decided to visit Playa de Almáciga. Much like Masca, the drive to Almáciga beach was a bit scary, but was accompanied by the most stunning views. We caught ourselves stopping numerous times to take in the landscape and take too many photos. After multiple stops we finally got to the beach. Unfortunately, the water was too rough to get in so we took a lot more photos and watched the sun set. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

Next on our itinerary was Parque del Drago located next to the Church of San Marcos in the municipality of Icod de los Vinos. In the garden stands a more than 16-meter-high dragon tree, referred to locally as “El Drago Milenario” or the “Thousand-Year-Old Dragon.” Although you can pay an entry fee to get up close and personal with this giant, we opted to view the tree from the plaza besides the Church of San Marcos, where you can get a full view of the garden for free. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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Destinations: Tenerife

The first stop of our trip was to picturesque Masca. Despite a well-established road system, the drive to Masca was a bit daunting due to the road’s windy nature. Unless you’re used to driving through mountains, I suggest taking it slow and steady. Once we reached the village, located at the foot of Teno Massif, one of Tenerife’s three volcanic formations, we came to the unanimous decision that the drive was well worth it—it was gorgeous! In addition to the beautiful landscape, the village offers a variety of cafes and restaurants. If you do get the chance to visit, I suggest giving their cactus lemonade a try. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Areca T. Bell)

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