AF Week in Photos

PHOTO OF THE WEEK
This week's AF Week in Photo Top Shot comes from Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers: "Preparing to fly"
A C-5M Super Galaxy assigned to the 433rd Airlift Wing sits on the ramp. Heavy lifter
An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Demonstration Team performs a maneuver. FIDAE flyer
27th Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink aims an M9 sidearm under the guidance of a Combat Arms instructor. Double-O-27
AC-130J Ghostrider pilots assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing perform a defensive maneuver during exercis Night ops
A T-7A Red Hawk lands after flight at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas Next gen trainer
A C-130 Hercules prepares to land at an undisclosed location in the Middle East at sunset Desert landing
An E-3 Sentry assigned to the 962nd Airborne Air Control Squadron takes off during exercise Sky Commander
Security Forces Squadron patrolman, carries Senior Airman during simulation exercise. Fireman’s carry
Pallbearers hold the flag above a casket during an Honor Guard graduation ceremony Ceremonial excelence
554th RED HORSE Squadron connects a hose to a Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit Water mission
Airman 1st Class Najahri Goodwin, 23rd Maintenance Squadron aircraft maintenance technician, repairs metal components. Precision repair
114th Fighter Wing prepares to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker Refueling mission
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) Cadet field challenge
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) Elephant walk
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) Thunderbird sunrise
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) Rapid insertion
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) Spring training
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) Above the clouds
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) Preflight prep
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) Preparing to fly
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) Range qualification
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) Integrated airpower
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) Raptor ready
Airman 1st Class Euisol Jung, an electrical power production team member assigned to the 99th Civil Engineer Squadron, assembles a BAK-12 aircraft arresting cable at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., April 6, 2026. Jung participated in a competition designed to test operational capabilities in the event a fighter aircraft must abort a takeoff or conduct an emergency landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Annika Schermerhorn) Cable competition
Senior Airman Isaiah Nichols, 99th Communications Squadron, moves a tire during the Nellis Operational Readiness Trials at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., April 10, 2026. The event tested teamwork, endurance and mission-focused execution across the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Annika Schermerhorn) Pushing limits
Tech. Sgt. Victor Wallace, an aerospace ground equipment specialist with the 116th Maintenance Group, conducts routine maintenance at Robins Air Force Base, Ga., April 8, 2026. Aerospace ground equipment specialists maintain and repair equipment that supplies electricity, hydraulic pressure and air pressure to aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Barry Bena) Maintaining the fight
Tactical Air Control Party Airmen assigned to Detachment 2, 6th Combat Training Squadron, conduct small arms training with an M4 carbine at Joint Base San Antonio–Camp Bullis, Texas, April 8, 2026. The training focuses on weapon proficiency, close-quarters battle and combat scenarios to prepare Airmen for integrating airpower with ground maneuver units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Hydrick) Trigger time
Four Kentucky Air National Guard C-130J Super Hercules fly over the Ohio River during the Thunder Over Louisville air show at Louisville, Ky., April 18, 2026. The Kentucky Air Guard’s 123rd Airlift Wing served as the base of operations for military aircraft participating in the show. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Phil Speck) River Hercs
An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the Vermont Air National Guard prepares to land at Burlington International Airport in South Burlington, Vt., April 21, 2026. The aircraft conducted a routine training mission to maintain operational proficiency. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Raymond LaChance) Return from training
Airmen assigned to the 317th Airlift Wing walk across the flightline in preparation for a maximum endurance operation supporting exercise Balikatan 2026 at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 15, 2026. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen alliance capabilities and regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal) Mission ready


 


 

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