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  • A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 119th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, Japan, flies over the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 18, 2025. Known as the Keystone of the Pacific, Kadena AB serves as a pivotal hub for Agile Combat Employment, enabling units to project combat power alongside U.S. allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    Fort Meade, Md.
    A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 119th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, Japan, flies over the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 18, 2025. Known as the Keystone of the Pacific, Kadena AB serves as a pivotal hub for Agile Combat Employment, enabling units to project combat power alongside U.S. allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)
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  • Senior Airman Albert Aduna, 96th Logistics Readiness Squadron, peers around a corner during a two-day mission-ready training event at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Dec. 12, 2025. Led by the 96th Mission Support Group, the training focused on weapons familiarization and controlled movement techniques designed to enhance situational awareness and mission execution in complex environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla.
    Senior Airman Albert Aduna, 96th Logistics Readiness Squadron, peers around a corner during a two-day mission-ready training event at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Dec. 12, 2025. Led by the 96th Mission Support Group, the training focused on weapons familiarization and controlled movement techniques designed to enhance situational awareness and mission execution in complex environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)
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  • A crew chief assigned to the 174th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conducts a pre-mission inspection on a KC-135 Stratotanker at a base in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. The inspection ensures the aircraft is mission-ready to support aerial refueling operations critical to regional airpower and coalition missions. (U.S. Air Force 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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    Fort Meade, Md.
    A crew chief assigned to the 174th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conducts a pre-mission inspection on a KC-135 Stratotanker at a base in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. The inspection ensures the aircraft is mission-ready to support aerial refueling operations critical to regional airpower and coalition missions. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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  • Rudy Roybal and Johnny Romero-Nunez, 432nd Mission Support Squadron firefighters, suppress a controlled fire during a mobile aircraft fire training exercise at Creech Air Force Base, Nev., Dec. 11, 2025. The training prepares firefighters to respond to real-world emergencies involving downed or damaged aircraft by simulating high-risk fire scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Victoria Nuzzi)

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    Nevada
    Rudy Roybal and Johnny Romero-Nunez, 432nd Mission Support Squadron firefighters, suppress a controlled fire during a mobile aircraft fire training exercise at Creech Air Force Base, Nev., Dec. 11, 2025. The training prepares firefighters to respond to real-world emergencies involving downed or damaged aircraft by simulating high-risk fire scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Victoria Nuzzi)
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  • U.S. Air Force Airmen prepare to load GBU-31 munitions onto F-15E Strike Eagles within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in support of Operation Hawkeye Strike, Dec. 18, 2025. The operation involved U.S. forces conducting precision strikes against Islamic State targets to support regional security objectives. (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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
    U.S. Air Force Airmen prepare to load GBU-31 munitions onto F-15E Strike Eagles within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in support of Operation Hawkeye Strike, Dec. 18, 2025. The operation involved U.S. forces conducting precision strikes against Islamic State targets to support regional security objectives. (Courtesy photo)
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  • Airmen are lifted into a 413th Flight Test Squadron UH-1 Huey during a two-day mission-ready training event at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Dec. 12, 2025. Conducted by the 96th Mission Support Group, the training focused on weapons familiarization and tactical movement techniques designed to enhance coordination, readiness and response capabilities in realistic operational scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Jose Garcia)

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla.
    Airmen are lifted into a 413th Flight Test Squadron UH-1 Huey during a two-day mission-ready training event at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Dec. 12, 2025. Conducted by the 96th Mission Support Group, the training focused on weapons familiarization and tactical movement techniques designed to enhance coordination, readiness and response capabilities in realistic operational scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Jose Garcia)
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  • Staff Sgt. Josh Lapooh, 124th Air Support Operations Squadron special warfare tactical air control party Airman, conducts close air support training at Saylor Creek Bombing Range, Idaho, Dec. 18, 2025. Lapooh worked alongside Kansas Air National Guard TACP Airmen to accomplish multiple close-air support objectives. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph R. Morgan)

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    Saylor Creek Bombing Range, Idaho
    Staff Sgt. Josh Lapooh, 124th Air Support Operations Squadron special warfare tactical air control party Airman, conducts close air support training at Saylor Creek Bombing Range, Idaho, Dec. 18, 2025. Lapooh worked alongside Kansas Air National Guard TACP Airmen to accomplish multiple close-air support objectives. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph R. Morgan)
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  • Master Sgt. James Osteen, 57th Weapons Squadron airdrop evaluator loadmaster, U.S. Air Force Weapons School, communicates with pilots of a C-17A Globemaster III before a Weapons School Integration mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Dec. 9, 2025. The 57th WPS participates in WSINT to conduct complex joint exercises by integrating aircrews with ground forces and combat air components in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev.
    Master Sgt. James Osteen, 57th Weapons Squadron airdrop evaluator loadmaster, U.S. Air Force Weapons School, communicates with pilots of a C-17A Globemaster III before a Weapons School Integration mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Dec. 9, 2025. The 57th WPS participates in WSINT to conduct complex joint exercises by integrating aircrews with ground forces and combat air components in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
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  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alyssa Gallegos, 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron trainer, and Senior Airman Michael Edwards, 379th ESFS defender, conduct a firing course within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 17, 2025. The training focused on firing while moving to improve accuracy and enhance base defense against real-world threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Garcia)

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alyssa Gallegos, 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron trainer, and Senior Airman Michael Edwards, 379th ESFS defender, conduct a firing course within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 17, 2025. The training focused on firing while moving to improve accuracy and enhance base defense against real-world threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Garcia)
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  • U.S. Air Force explosive ordnance disposal Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron conduct a controlled explosion within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 31, 2025. The team practiced a technique used to ignite nearby terrain to impede the movement of approaching adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Justin Norton)

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    Undisclosed Location
    U.S. Air Force explosive ordnance disposal Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron conduct a controlled explosion within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 31, 2025. The team practiced a technique used to ignite nearby terrain to impede the movement of approaching adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Justin Norton)
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  • Members of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team rehearse for the International Festival of Military Music and Marching in Doha, Qatar, Dec. 15, 2025. Established in 1950, the Drill Team showcases the discipline, precision and professionalism of Airmen through synchronized rifle movements and ceremonial routines performed worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Geneva Nguyen)

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
    Qatar
    Members of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team rehearse for the International Festival of Military Music and Marching in Doha, Qatar, Dec. 15, 2025. Established in 1950, the Drill Team showcases the discipline, precision and professionalism of Airmen through synchronized rifle movements and ceremonial routines performed worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Geneva Nguyen)
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  • An LC-130 Hercules assigned to the New York Air National Guard’s 109th Airlift Wing takes off in Antarctica in support of Operation Deep Freeze, Dec. 12, 2025. The 109th AW operates the ski-equipped LC-130 to provide heavy airlift capability supporting the National Science Foundation’s U.S. Antarctic Program. The LC-130 is the only ski-equipped,

    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.
    Jan. 9, 2026
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    An LC-130 Hercules assigned to the New York Air National Guard’s 109th Airlift Wing takes off in Antarctica in support of Operation Deep Freeze, Dec. 12, 2025. The 109th AW operates the ski-equipped LC-130 to provide heavy airlift capability supporting the National Science Foundation’s U.S. Antarctic Program. The LC-130 is the only ski-equipped,
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