31st SFS defends the base during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01

A U.S. Air Force Airman playing the role of attacking forces simulates an attack on 31st Security Forces Airmen during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 13, 2025. This exercise tested the ability of 31 SFS to respond to hostile threats in adverse conditions day and night. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance)

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31st SFS defends the base during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01

A U.S. Air Force Airman plays the role of attacking forces during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 13, 2025. This exercise tested Aviano AB’s ability to respond to threats and maintain base security despite degraded conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance)

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31st SFS defends the base during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01

A U.S. Air Force Airman playing the role of attacking forces simulates an attack on 31st Security Forces Airmen during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 13, 2025. This exercise tested the ability of 31 SFS to respond to hostile threats in adverse conditions day and night. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance)

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31st SFS defends the base during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01

A U.S. Air Force Airman sets up a mock improvised explosive device during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 13, 2025. The 31st Security Forces Squadron tested its ability to detect and repel hostile forces in adverse conditions during this exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance)

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31st SFS defends the base during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01

U.S. Air Force Airmen belonging to the 31st Security Forces Squadron establish a defensive perimeter during a simulated attack as part of Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 13, 2025. The exercise was designed to test the base’s ability to perform integrated defense operations and maintain combat airpower generation in increasingly adverse conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance)

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31st SFS defends the base during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01

A U.S. Air Force Airmen belonging to the 31st Security Forces Squadron secures the airfield during a simulated attack as part of Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 13, 2025. This exercise tested Aviano AB’s ability to respond to threats and maintain base security despite degraded conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance)

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31st SFS defends the base during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01

Master Sgt. Miguel Gibson, 31st Fighter Wing flight safety manager, communicates with Wing Inspection Team members through a handheld radio during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 13, 2025. The WIT program ensures any potential flaws or weaknesses in training and procedures during an exercise are identified. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance)

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31st SFS defends the base during Exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01

Published April 2, 2025
By Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance
31st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy --