AFCENT Battle Lab Demonstrates Drone Defense Capabilities

Members of the 9th Air Force (Air Forces Central) Battle Lab pose for a group photo with Col. Kevin Hicok, fourth from left, 20th Fighter Wing commander, after demonstrating the defense capabilities of small Unmanned Aerial System (sUAS) aerial defenses at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, June 5, 2026. The 9th Air Force Battle Lab leverages 20th Fighter Wing airspace, resources and personnel to develop emerging sUAS base defense capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Will Sherwood)

PHOTO BY: Airman Will Sherwood

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NIKON Z 6_2

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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28/10

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1/1250

ISO

100

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