Afghan Air Force's Quick Reaction Force (QRF)

For eight days, nine Afghan Air Force Security Kandak members assigned to the Quick Reaction Force received flyaway security team training in Kabul, graduating Oct 4, 2010.The Quick Reaction Force (QRF) trained in basic Military Police and Air Base Defense. The training adds trained AAF security members who focus on security of Afghan Air Forces aircraft and crew during high threat missions.Three teams comprised of a non-commissioned officer and two soldiers, completed 75 hours of physical fitness, classroom instruction, aircraft orientation and familiarization, practical evaluations, security scenarios, and a fixed/rotary wing mission for each Fly-Away Security Team.

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