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  • The U.S. Air Force Academy Falcons football team takes the field against Bucknell University in their first game of the season in Colorado Springs, Colo., Aug. 30, 2025. Air Force defeated Bucknell 49-13, maintaining an undefeated start to the season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ray Bahner)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.
    The U.S. Air Force Academy Falcons football team takes the field against Bucknell University in their first game of the season in Colorado Springs, Colo., Aug. 30, 2025. Air Force defeated Bucknell 49-13, maintaining an undefeated start to the season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ray Bahner)
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  • Capt. Kyle Mackey, 21st Airlift Squadron C-17 Globemaster III flight instructor, performs a walkaround of a C-17 prior to takeoff at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 27, 2025. The pre-flight walkaround is a mandatory, methodical procedure that covers all critical exterior components, checking for general wear, damage and leaks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif.
    Capt. Kyle Mackey, 21st Airlift Squadron C-17 Globemaster III flight instructor, performs a walkaround of a C-17 prior to takeoff at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 27, 2025. The pre-flight walkaround is a mandatory, methodical procedure that covers all critical exterior components, checking for general wear, damage and leaks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)
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  • U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Eric Kitaif, 555th Fighter Squadron commander, shares a moment with his family after returning from a deployment at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 22, 2025. During the deployment, the 555th FS played a vital role in bolstering regional security and strengthening coalition partnerships within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jenna A. Bond)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy
    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Eric Kitaif, 555th Fighter Squadron commander, shares a moment with his family after returning from a deployment at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 22, 2025. During the deployment, the 555th FS played a vital role in bolstering regional security and strengthening coalition partnerships within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jenna A. Bond)
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  • A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron is inspected on the flightline after landing at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 22, 2025. The aircraft was one of three bombers deployed for Bomber Task Force Europe, supported by a total force integration team composed of approximately 30% active-duty Airmen from the 7th Bomb Wing and 70% reserve Airmen from the 489th Bomb Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas
    A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron is inspected on the flightline after landing at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 22, 2025. The aircraft was one of three bombers deployed for Bomber Task Force Europe, supported by a total force integration team composed of approximately 30% active-duty Airmen from the 7th Bomb Wing and 70% reserve Airmen from the 489th Bomb Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)
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  • Airman 1st Class Evan Crowder, 341st Security Forces Squadron, prepares to engage a target at Fort William Henry Harrison, Mont., Aug. 15, 2025. Airmen focused on their shoot-and-move techniques to simulate real-world responses requiring the need for quick, accurate aim. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jack Rodriguez Escamilla)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    FORT WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON, Mont.
    Airman 1st Class Evan Crowder, 341st Security Forces Squadron, prepares to engage a target at Fort William Henry Harrison, Mont., Aug. 15, 2025. Airmen focused on their shoot-and-move techniques to simulate real-world responses requiring the need for quick, accurate aim. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jack Rodriguez Escamilla)
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  • An F-15E Strike Eagle takes off for a training sortie at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., Aug. 22, 2025. The mission supported a Commander Inspection Program for the Generate, Employ and Sustain exercise, designed to prepare Airmen for deployment and global fighter aircraft operations in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Alexandre Montes)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C.
    An F-15E Strike Eagle takes off for a training sortie at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., Aug. 22, 2025. The mission supported a Commander Inspection Program for the Generate, Employ and Sustain exercise, designed to prepare Airmen for deployment and global fighter aircraft operations in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Alexandre Montes)
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  • Staff Sgts. Tyler Casanova and Skyler Dick, 114th Maintenance Squadron aircraft electricians, service a temperature control unit on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during night flying operations at Joe Foss Field, S.D., Aug. 21, 2025. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Luke Olson)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    JOE FOSS FIELD, S.D.
    Staff Sgts. Tyler Casanova and Skyler Dick, 114th Maintenance Squadron aircraft electricians, service a temperature control unit on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during night flying operations at Joe Foss Field, S.D., Aug. 21, 2025. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Luke Olson)
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  • A U.S. Air Force RC-135 Rivet Joint, assigned to the 95th Reconnaissance Squadron, departs RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom, Aug. 21, 2025. With 108 years of continuous service, the 95th RS stands as one of the oldest active units in the Air Force. Since its activation on Aug. 20, 1917, the squadron has carried a variety of missions through nearly every major conflict, including its historic role as a bombardment squadron during the Doolittle Raid of 1942. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Long)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom
    A U.S. Air Force RC-135 Rivet Joint, assigned to the 95th Reconnaissance Squadron, departs RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom, Aug. 21, 2025. With 108 years of continuous service, the 95th RS stands as one of the oldest active units in the Air Force. Since its activation on Aug. 20, 1917, the squadron has carried a variety of missions through nearly every major conflict, including its historic role as a bombardment squadron during the Doolittle Raid of 1942. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Long)
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  • A U.S. Air Force pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepares to land after jumping from an HC-130J near Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 8, 2025. The 57th Rescue Squadron leads, organizes, trains and equips Guardian Angel weapons system and combat support teams to conduct day and night personnel recovery operations in combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy
    A U.S. Air Force pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepares to land after jumping from an HC-130J near Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 8, 2025. The 57th Rescue Squadron leads, organizes, trains and equips Guardian Angel weapons system and combat support teams to conduct day and night personnel recovery operations in combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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  • U.S. Air Force F-35 Lighting IIs from the 48th Fighter Wing and F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 31st Fighter Wing fly in formation during Exercise Combined Strike 25 along the coast of Italy, Aug. 18, 2025. Integration flying training is key to enhancing interoperability with NATO partners and increasing our readiness capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Jakel)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    COAST OF ITALY
    U.S. Air Force F-35 Lighting IIs from the 48th Fighter Wing and F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 31st Fighter Wing fly in formation during Exercise Combined Strike 25 along the coast of Italy, Aug. 18, 2025. Integration flying training is key to enhancing interoperability with NATO partners and increasing our readiness capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Jakel)
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  • First Lt. Erin Patinella and Master Sgt. Brandon Fitch, 932nd Aeromedical Staging Squadron, treat a simulated field casualty during Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for exercise Patriot Medic 25, Aug. 10, 2025, at Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind. Patriot Medic is a premier annual medical readiness event focused on enhancing deployment readiness and medical skill proficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Noah J. Tancer)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    GRISSOM AIR RESERVE BASE, Ind.
    First Lt. Erin Patinella and Master Sgt. Brandon Fitch, 932nd Aeromedical Staging Squadron, treat a simulated field casualty during Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for exercise Patriot Medic 25, Aug. 10, 2025, at Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind. Patriot Medic is a premier annual medical readiness event focused on enhancing deployment readiness and medical skill proficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Noah J. Tancer)
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  • A YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft lifts off during a flight test at a range in California, Aug. 27, 2025. Developed in partnership with General Atomics, the aircraft is part of the Air Force’s initiative to rapidly field affordable, semi-autonomous platforms designed to augment crewed aircraft in future combat operations. (Courtesy photo)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    Sept. 5, 2025
    CALIFORNIA
    A YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft lifts off during a flight test at a range in California, Aug. 27, 2025. Developed in partnership with General Atomics, the aircraft is part of the Air Force’s initiative to rapidly field affordable, semi-autonomous platforms designed to augment crewed aircraft in future combat operations. (Courtesy photo)
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