820th BDG Airmen jump to training

A C-130J Hercules passes overhead before members of the 820th Base Defense Group exit the aircraft for a static line jump Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. The first pass of the aircraft was to ensure that the area was safe before releasing Airman to jump out. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

An Airman form the 820th Base Defense Group secures parachute gear to his body before participating in a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. The 820th provide fully-integrated, highly capable and responsive forces to protect Expeditionary Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Airmen from the 820th Base Defense Group secure straps on parachute gear before a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. The 820th Combat Operations Squadron provides planning, training, equipping and preparation of the three security forces squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Senior Airman Christopher Stewart, 820th Base Defense Group, reviews his gear before securing it to his body during preparation for a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Members of the 820th BDG are always on call to deploy worldwide and must maintain qualifications in several areas to including weapons and parachuting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Senior Airman Christopher Stewart, 820th Base Defense Group, tightens straps from a parachute around his leg before a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. The 820th BDG Airmen conduct several checks to ensure the equipment is safe and attached correctly prior to jumping. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Staff Sgt. Corey Stickelman, 820th Base Defense Group, inflates a balloon used to measure winds and certain altitudes before a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. Members on the ground relay information to the jumpmaster on the ground to make sure conditions are safe for Airmen to jump. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Master Sgt. Timothy Bhan, 820th Base Defense Group, watches how a balloon rises to report the angle and displacement before a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. The change in the balloons direction and its rate of rise are used to calculate wind trajectory and change. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Master Sgt. David Brown tucks his parachute into a bag after completing a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. The Airmen parachuted for 45 to 60 seconds before landing After exiting the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Airmen of the 820th Base Defense Group exit a C-130J Hercules during a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. The Airmen practice for hours on using correct body form prevents tangling and helps parachutes open properly before actually jumping. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

An Airman from the 820th Base Defense Group descends to the ground during a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. The 820th BDG jumps regularly to maintain their readiness and capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

An Airman from the 820th Base Defense Group uses landing techniques during a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. The Airmen practice safe landing techniques multiple times to ensure they are able to land without obtaining injuries themselves. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Five Airmen from the 820th Base Defense Group float to the ground guiding the parachutes to the ground Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. The Airmen are taught how to guide the chutes and techniques to use in strong winds to avoid collisions with each other in the air and objects when landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Master Sgt. David Brown, 820th Base Defense Group, guides his parachute away from trees into an open field Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. The aircraft made four passes by the drop zone to unload the 19 jumpers into the designated area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Airmen from the 820th Base Defense Group call out their positions to ensure they remain a safe distance apart Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. 820th BDG “Defenders” jump often to maintain their qualifications. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Master Sgt. David Brown, 820th Base Defense Group, gathers his gear after completing a static line drop from a C-130P Hercules Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. The 820th BDG is the expeditionary Air Force's only worldwide deployable, first-in, self-sustaining force protection capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Master Sgt. David Brown, assumes a defensive position after completing a static line drop Feb. 19, 2015, at Tifton Air Field, Ga. At a moment's notice, the group provides the expeditionary Air Force's only worldwide deployable, "first-in", fully integrated, multidisciplined, highly qualified, self-sustaining force protection capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eric Summers Jr./Released)

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820th BDG Airmen jump to training

Published March 9, 2015