841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman Jude Starns, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defender, engages vehicle targets with a Mk 19 grenade launcher during a live-fire training exercise at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. Security forces personnel routinely train on heavy weapons systems to maintain the readiness required to defend strategic assets and personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman David Copeland, 341st Missile Security Operations Squadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance instructor, observes firing procedures during Mk 19 grenade launcher training at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. CATM instructors play a critical role in developing combat-capable Airmen through rigorous weapons and safety instruction. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Gangelo Blas Bamba, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defender, clears a Mk 19 grenade launcher during live-fire training at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. Clearing procedures are conducted to ensure weapons are safe, properly maintained and ready for subsequent training evolutions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joseph Collins, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defender, engages vehicle targets with a Mk 19 grenade launcher during a live-fire training exercise at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. Realistic range training develops defenders’ accuracy, coordination and confidence operating crew-served weapons systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nicholas Hudgins, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defender, fires a Mk 19 grenade launcher during a live-fire training exercise at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. The training sharpened heavy weapons employment capabilities and ensured defenders remain prepared to respond to high-threat scenarios in support of the nuclear enterprise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Combat Arms Training and Maintenance instructors assigned to the 341st Missile Security Operations Squadron supervise 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defenders during Mk 19 grenade launcher live-fire training at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. CATM instructors are responsible for training and certifying Airmen on weapons systems, ensuring personnel maintain the proficiency and readiness required to execute the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

A range sign designates the active live-fire training area used during Mk 19 grenade launcher qualification training at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. The controlled range environment ensures all weapons employment is conducted safely and in accordance with established training protocols. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman Jude Starns, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defender, engages vehicle targets with a Mk 19 grenade launcher during a live-fire training exercise at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. Security forces personnel routinely train on heavy weapons systems to maintain the readiness required to defend strategic assets and personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman David Copeland, 341st Missile Security Operations Squadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance instructor, observes firing procedures during Mk 19 grenade launcher training at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. CATM instructors play a critical role in developing combat-capable Airmen through rigorous weapons and safety instruction. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Gangelo Blas Bamba, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defender, clears a Mk 19 grenade launcher during live-fire training at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. Clearing procedures are conducted to ensure weapons are safe, properly maintained and ready for subsequent training evolutions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joseph Collins, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defender, engages vehicle targets with a Mk 19 grenade launcher during a live-fire training exercise at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. Realistic range training develops defenders’ accuracy, coordination and confidence operating crew-served weapons systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nicholas Hudgins, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defender, fires a Mk 19 grenade launcher during a live-fire training exercise at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. The training sharpened heavy weapons employment capabilities and ensured defenders remain prepared to respond to high-threat scenarios in support of the nuclear enterprise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

U.S. Air Force Combat Arms Training and Maintenance instructors assigned to the 341st Missile Security Operations Squadron supervise 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defenders during Mk 19 grenade launcher live-fire training at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. CATM instructors are responsible for training and certifying Airmen on weapons systems, ensuring personnel maintain the proficiency and readiness required to execute the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

A range sign designates the active live-fire training area used during Mk 19 grenade launcher qualification training at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. The controlled range environment ensures all weapons employment is conducted safely and in accordance with established training protocols. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Airmen hone Mk 19 grenade launcher proficiency during live-fire training exercise

Published May 29, 2026
By Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell
341st Missile Wing Public Affairs

MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE, Mont. -- U.S. Air Force Airman Jude Starns, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron defender, engages vehicle targets with a Mk 19 grenade launcher during a live-fire training exercise at Limestone Hills, Montana, May 26, 2026. Security forces personnel routinely train on heavy weapons systems to maintain the readiness required to defend strategic assets and personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)