Scott AFB Strengthens Readiness Through Base Defense Training
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Meggett, 54th Airlift Squadron flight attendant, is supported by Staff Sgt. Cameron Patton, 375th Security Forces Squadron defender, and Tech. Sgt. Michael Waites, 375th Security Forces Squadron defender and training instructor, during the Airman Base Defense Course at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Sept. 9, 2025. Airmen undergo a Taser exposure during training to understand the level of force they may use. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devin Morgan)