Photo essay: Airmen participate in operational readiness exercise Published March 1, 2011 By Samuel King Jr. 96th Air Base Wing Public Affairs EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (AFNS) -- Airmen participated in an Operational Readiness Exercise here Feb. 22 to 25. The exercise trained Airmen on the proper procedures for self-aid and buddy care, field stripping a weapon and how to wear and use chemical gear and gas masks. View the slideshow.