Department-Level Exercise (DLE) Series

Through this series, the Department of the Air Force is preparing to be a stronger, more lethal deterrent force, to provide an advantage against competitors and adversaries across all domains, and to ensure regional stability in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.

The DLE series will incorporate multiple command exercises into one overall threat deterrence scenario, including Resolute Force Pacific (REFORPAC), Resolute Space, Mobility Guardian, Emerald Warrior and Bamboo Eagle 25-3.

It will also integrate multiple allies and partners in specific component exercises with shared interests. Partner integration is critical to U.S. efforts to ensure regional and global peace and stability and provides a decisive advantage against complex threats.

Talisman Sabre 25: USAF KC-46 refuels RAAF F-35s over Australia

Air Mobility Command

Video by Senior Airman Clare Werner

July 16, 2025 | 2:12

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U.S. Air Force KC-46 Pegasus aircrew assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Squadron, Travis Air Force Base, refuel F-35A Lightning II aircraft during Talisman Sabre 25 over northern Australia, July 17, 2025. Air refueling is crucial for Air Mobility Command, extending the range and endurance of aircraft, enabling global reach and rapid deployment of forces. Talisman Sabre is the largest bilateral military exercise between Australia and the United States advancing a safe and secure Indo-Pacific by strengthening relationships and interoperability along key Allies and partners, while enhancing collective capabilities to respond to a wide array of potential security concerns. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Clare Werner) More