The United States Bomb Technician Association (USBTA) will conduct a 4-day Technology Training Exercise (TTE) at the United States Air Force (USAF) 1st Operations Civil Engineering Squadron (415 Independence Rd, Hurlburt Field, FL 32544).
USBTA, USAF, and the Florida Department of Investigative and Forensics Services Bureau of Fire, Arson, and Explosives Investigations (DIFS), along with a variety of Industry partners, will conduct a Technology Training Exercise (TTE) involving multiple disciplines and equipment related to Military and Public Safety Bomb Technicians, missions at Hurlburt Field Air Force Base (AFB).
Under the supervision of USAF and USBTA Observer Controllers (OCs), the Bomb Technicians will have classroom and hands-on training with state-of-the-art equipment, including x-ray, homemade explosives, robotics, bomb suits, rigging, UAV’s, disruptors, shaped charges, and receive information on emerging threats and case studies. This training is free to all Military and Public Safety Bomb Technicians and meets formal training requirements for Bomb Technician proficiency, as outlined in the National Guidelines for Bomb Squads. All travel and lodging costs are the responsibility of the unit or squad participating.
Event Location
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- USAF Hurlburt Field 415 Independence Road, Hurlburt Field, FL 32544 | Map
Event Dates
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- Tuesday, April 28 – Friday, May 1, 2026
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- Travel Days: Monday, April 27 and Saturday, May 2, 2026
Airports
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- Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)
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- Pensacola International Airport (PNS)
Hotels
We have secured lodging at two hotels in the area and wanted to share the booking links for your use at the government rate.
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- The Island Resort | Reserve by March 26. 2026
1500 Miracle Strip Parkway, SE, Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548 | Map
RESERVATION LINK
- The Island Resort | Reserve by March 26. 2026
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- Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach | Book by April 2, 2026
1112 Santa Rosa Blvd., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 | Map
RESERVATION LINK
- Hampton Inn Ft. Walton Beach | Book by April 2, 2026
Shipping Location
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- 272 Red Horse Road, Hurlburt Field, FL 32544 | Map
Event Points of Contact
USAF
USBTA
Log In for Event Registration
IMPORTANT: Registration is available based on your membership type with the RSVP. Registration is offered for:- Active Bomb Technicians
- Industry Registration
- Observer Registration
- Internal USBTA Staff
please contact Amber Lowe for assistance at 240-787-2915