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Budapest ballad

Master Sgt. Matthew Kirkpatrick, a member of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa Band, performs with the Hungarian Riot Police Band during a Freedom 250 event in Budapest, Hungary, July 2, 2026. The USAFE-AFAFRICA Band supports Freedom 250 by strengthening partnerships and engaging communities throughout Hungary through musical performances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Rito Smith)

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Sparks fly

A contractor welds a 6-inch Schedule 40 HVAC pipe during an infrastructure improvement project, July 14, 2026, at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. The project supports quality-of-life improvements for Airmen and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Matthew S. Domingos)

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Follow the leader

F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 17th Weapons Squadron taxi for a mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 7, 2026. The squadron provides graduate-level advanced tactics training for F-15E aircrews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Annika Schermerhorn)

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Raptor mission

An F-22A Raptor assigned to the 422nd Test and Evaluation Squadron takes off for a mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 7, 2026. The squadron conducts operational testing of fighter aircraft and munitions for Air Combat Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Annika Schermerhorn)

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Anatomy of airpower

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing undergoes inspection and maintenance inside a hangar, July 1, 2026, at RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom. The aircraft was de-paneled and inspected by multiple maintenance organizations during a two-day maintenance effort. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cody J. A. Mott)

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Accepting the challenge

Basic cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2030 complete the Assault Course during Basic Cadet Training at Jacks Valley, July 17, 2026. The training develops confidence, teamwork, discipline, and resilience as the cadets build warfighting readiness during the second phase of their training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley)

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Fighting fire, flying higher

Loadmasters assigned to the 153rd Airlift Wing load a Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System (MAFFS) into a C-130 Hercules at Wyoming Air National Guard Base, July 13, 2026. The wing deployed two aircraft, one equipped with a MAFFS, to support wildland firefighting operations across the western U.S. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Zach Herold)

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Answering the call

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe answers questions during an all-call at RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom, July 13, 2026. Wolfe discussed mission readiness, innovation, and developing the next generation of Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chloe Masey)

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Stay cool

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Javier Berganza, 726th Expeditionary Mission Support Squadron Fly Away Security Team lead, listens to an after-action review following FASEX 26.2 at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 30, 2026. The exercise strengthened coordination between security forces and airlift crews to improve integrated base defense in high-threat environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Carlin Leslie)

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Diamonds in the sky

F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 115th Fighter Wing, Wisconsin Air National Guard, fly in formation while awaiting aerial refueling from a KC-46A Pegasus assigned to the 32nd Air Refueling Squadron over Wisconsin, June 25, 2026. The mission supported Operation Iron Orchid, the 115th Fighter Wing's largest exercise in 23 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Francine D. Martin)

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Care under fire

Airmen assigned to the 509th Logistics Readiness Squadron provide Tactical Combat Casualty Care during a field training exercise, June 25, 2026, at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. The exercise, which included dismounted ground combat and care-under-fire fundamentals, ensured Airmen are prepared to fight, survive, and win in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Nicholas Moreno)

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Freedom flyover

A B-52 Stratofortress assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing flies over Mount Rushmore National Memorial during a Freedom 250 celebration, July 3, 2026. The B-52 remains a key component of America's long-range strategic deterrence capability. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by 2nd Lt. Jorrie Hart)

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2026 Sioux Falls Airshow: Power on the Prairie

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” flies above spectators and vendors during the 2026 Sioux Falls Airshow: Power on the Prairie at Joe Foss Field in Sioux Falls, S.D., July 19, 2026. The Thunderbirds headlined the event with formation flying and solo maneuvers showcasing the precision and professionalism of Air Force Airmen. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Duane Duimstra)

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2026 Sioux Falls Airshow: Power on the Prairie

A member of the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” flies above spectators and vendors during the 2026 Sioux Falls Airshow: Power on the Prairie at Joe Foss Field in Sioux Falls, S.D., July 19, 2026. The Thunderbirds headlined the event with formation flying and solo maneuvers showcasing the precision and professionalism of Air Force Airmen. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Duane Duimstra)

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2026 Sioux Falls Airshow: Power on the Prairie

A member of the United States Special Operations Command Parachute Team prepares to land during the 2026 Sioux Falls Airshow at Joe Foss Field, S.D., July 19, 2026. The airshow featured military aircraft displays representing multiple services and missions. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Duane Duimstra)

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2026 Sioux Falls Airshow: Power on the Prairie

A member of the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” flies above spectators and vendors during the 2026 Sioux Falls Airshow: Power on the Prairie at Joe Foss Field in Sioux Falls, S.D., July 18, 2026. The Thunderbirds headlined the event with formation flying and solo maneuvers showcasing the precision and professionalism of Air Force Airmen. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Duane Duimstra)

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2026 Sioux Falls Airshow: Power on the Prairie

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” flies above spectators and vendors during the 2026 Sioux Falls Airshow: Power on the Prairie at Joe Foss Field in Sioux Falls, S.D., July 18, 2026. The Thunderbirds headlined the event with formation flying and solo maneuvers showcasing the precision and professionalism of Air Force Airmen. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Duane Duimstra)

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Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo flyover

B-25 Mitchell bombers from the National Museum of WWII Aviation flyover the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo at the Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs, Colo., on July 18th, 2026, the designated North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command night. During the event, NORAD and USNORHTCOM senior leaders had an opportunity to connect with the rodeo association and thank them for their support of local military quality of life programs. (Dept. of War photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Colten Tessness)

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Freedom 250 flyover

The Royal Air Force Red Arrows fly in formation behind a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the East Coast Demonstration Team over the coast in Boston, Mass., July 11th, 2026. The formation was flown to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence, highlighting the enduring partnership between the United Kingdom and the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Wright)

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Sioux Falls Airshow – Power on the Prairie

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform during the Sioux Falls Airshow – Power on the Prairie at Joe Foss Field, South Dakota July 19, 2026.The Sioux Falls Airshow – Power on the Prairie took place July 18-19 at Joe Foss Field, featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, military aircraft and aviation performances. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Solberg)

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