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944th Fighter Wing sharpens readiness during Desert Hammer 26-2

A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules conducts a low-level pass over a drop zone during Exercise Desert Hammer 26-2 at Camp Navajo, Arizona, May 2, 2026. The training supports readiness for contingency operations and joint force integration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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944th Fighter Wing sharpens readiness during Desert Hammer 26-2

Airmen assigned to the 944th Aeromedical Staging Squadron transport a simulated patient from a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter operated by the Arizona Army National Guard during Exercise Desert Hammer 26-2 at Camp Navajo, Arizona, May 2, 2026. The exercise enhances joint medical response capabilities and coordination between Air Force and Army units in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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944th Fighter Wing sharpens readiness during Desert Hammer 26-2

A U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter operated by the Arizona Army National Guard lands near a drop zone during Exercise Desert Hammer 26-2 at Camp Navajo, Arizona, May 2, 2026. Desert Hammer enhances interoperability between joint force partners through integrated air and ground operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Laken Rohrer, a religious affairs specialist assigned to the 178th Wing, and U.S. Army Sgt. Andreaa Renshaw, a religious affairs specialist assigned to the 112th Engineer Battalion, determine an azimuth on a map during land navigation training April 25, 2026 at Camp Garfield in Ravenna, Ohio. The training ensures that the chaplains and their religious support teams can read maps and navigate in the event they become separated from their unit. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Shane Hughes)

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A chaplain determines distance on a map during land navigation training April 25, 2026 at Camp Garfield in Ravenna, Ohio. The training ensures that the chaplains and their religious support teams can read maps and navigate in the event they become separated from their unit. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Shane Hughes)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Bill Newman, a chaplain assigned to the 178th Wing, and U.S. Army 1st lt. Ryan Cole, a chaplain assigned to the 112th Motor Transport Battalion, determine an azimuth on a map during land navigation training April 25, 2026 at Camp Garfield in Ravenna, Ohio. The training ensures that the chaplains and their religious support teams can read maps and navigate in the event they become separated from their unit. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Shane Hughes)

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More than 45 chaplains from the Ohio National Guard, Ohio Militia, and Serbian Defense Forces train on land navigation during large-scale combat operations training April 25, 2026 at Camp Garfield in Ravenna, Ohio. The training included more than 45 chaplains from the Ohio National Guard, Ohio Militia, and Serbian Defense Forces. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Shane Hughes)

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Chaplains assigned to the Ohio National Guard meet with chaplains from the Serbian Defense Forces during large-scale combat operations training to discuss the unique aspects of their roles April 25, 2026 at Camp Garfield in Ravenna, Ohio. The training included more than 45 chaplains from the Ohio National Guard, Ohio Militia, and Serbian Defense Forces. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Shane Hughes)

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Official Portrait for Maj. Gen. James D. Cleet

Official Portrait for Maj. Gen. James D. Cleet

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Cadet field challenge

Cadet Fourth Class Alex Polen participates in the Spring Culminating Exercise at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., April 16, 2026. The multi-day exercise tests leadership, warfighting and mission planning skills in realistic field scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley)

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Elephant walk

F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 180th Fighter Wing conduct an elephant walk during a Combat Readiness Inspection in Swanton, Ohio, April 26, 2026. The inspection evaluates unit capability, efficiency and mission readiness. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker)

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Thunderbird sunrise

An F-16 Fighting Falcon sits on the flight line before sunrise at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., April 24, 2026, ahead of the Wings Over Solano air show. The event showcases aerial excellence and Air Force capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kenneth Abbate)

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Rapid insertion

A U.S. Army M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System sits near a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron after a rapid insertion during exercise Balikatan 2026 at Clark Air Base, Philippines, April 23, 2026. The operation demonstrates joint force mobility and alliance strength. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Spring training

Aircrew operating a C-130J with a Modular Aerial Fire Fighting System conduct a water drop during MAFFS spring training at Tahoe National Forest, Calif., April 20, 2026. Training prepares military and civilian crews for wildfire response operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Garrett Wake)

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Above the clouds

Capt. Madeleine Knapp, 1st Lt. Dallion Richards and Capt. John Toohey, 40th Airlift Squadron pilots, monitor flight controls aboard a C-130J Super Hercules during a Maximum Endurance Operation in support of exercise Balikatan near Clark Air Base, Philippines, April 17, 2026. The exercise strengthens alliance readiness and combined operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Preflight prep

An Airman assigned to the 317th Airlift Wing conducts preflight checks inside a C-130J Super Hercules during a Maximum Endurance Operation in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 15, 2026. The exercise strengthens combined readiness and regional security with Philippine partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal)

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Preparing to fly

Capt. Nick “Laz” Le Tourneau, pilot and commander of the F-22 Raptor Aerial Demonstration Team, conducts preflight checks prior to taxiing at the Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo at Lakeland, Fla., April 14, 2026. Le Tourneau showcased the capabilities of the F-22 Raptor to attendees by performing multiple combat maneuver demonstrations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers)

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Range qualification

A Tactical Air Control Party Airman with Detachment 2, 6th Combat Training Squadron, fires an M4 carbine during small arms qualification at Joint Base San Antonio–Camp Bullis, Texas, April 10, 2026. Training ensures combat readiness across firing positions and distances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Hydrick)

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Integrated airpower

A Singapore Air Force F-16D Fighting Falcon, a Belgian Air Component F-35A Lightning II and an F-35A Lightning II aircraft assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing bank in formation near Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., April 10, 2026. The training reinforces interoperability and combat effectiveness across partner nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Raptor ready

An F-22 Raptor pilot assigned to the 199th Air Expeditionary Squadron taxis for a training sortie during exercise Cope Thunder 26-1 at Basa Air Base, Philippines, April 8, 2026. The exercise enhances interoperability and regional security in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Mysti Bicoy)

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