841 MSFS Defenders conduct CQB training at Malmstrom AFB

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Garret Autrey, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron Defender, moves in formation during close-quarters battle training at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, June 24, 2026. Training in coordinated movement enhances defenders’ ability to operate efficiently while maintaining accountability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Defenders conduct CQB training at Malmstrom AFB

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Steven Hoover, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron Defender, establishes a stack before entering a room during close-quarters battle training at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, June 24, 2026. Establishing a stack teaches defenders to communicate nonverbally and enter confined spaces with speed, discipline and precision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Defenders conduct CQB training at Malmstrom AFB

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Steven Hoover, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron Defender, maintains security at a doorway during close-quarters battle training inside a shoot house at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, June 24, 2026. Holding security positions reinforces sector responsibility and prepares defenders to protect teammates during tactical movement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Defenders conduct CQB training at Malmstrom AFB

U.S. Air Force Defenders assigned to the 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron execute room-clearing procedures during close-quarters battle training at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, June 24, 2026. Room-clearing scenarios build communication and coordination skills that allow defenders to move through structures while maintaining control of the environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Defenders conduct CQB training at Malmstrom AFB

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ralph Cumpa, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron Defender, engages a silhouette target during close-quarters battle training at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, June 24, 2026. Training in close-range engagements sharpens defenders’ ability to assess threats and apply tactics in confined high stress environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)

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841 MSFS Defenders conduct CQB training at Malmstrom AFB

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

MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE, Mont. -- U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Garret Autrey, 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron Defender, moves in formation during close-quarters battle training at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, June 24, 2026. Training in coordinated movement enhances defenders’ ability to operate efficiently while maintaining accountability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell)