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Grenade launch

A Tactical Air Control Party Airman assigned to Detachment 2, 6th Combat Training Squadron, fires an M320A1 grenade launcher during heavy weapons training at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, April 23, 2026. The M320A1 is used to engage enemy personnel in bunkers, foxholes and behind obstacles, while also providing illumination, target marking and concealment support for troop movements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Hydrick)

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Return from training

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)

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Review ready

U.S. Air Force Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, conducts an honor guard review during a visit to Air Headquarters in New Delhi, India, April 21, 2026. The U.S.-India defense relationship strengthens deterrence and preserves peace and security throughout the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Dhruv Gopinath)

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Spring training

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)

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River Hercs

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)

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Above the clouds

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)

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Robot recon

A 75th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight robot uses a camera to scan a small unmanned aerial system during a combat readiness inspection at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, April 17, 2026. The inspection evaluated the 75th Air Base Wing’s readiness to detect, overcome and execute mission requirements under challenging conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Cynthia Griggs)

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Cadet field challenge

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)

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Desert landing

A C-130 Hercules prepares to land at an undisclosed location in the Middle East, April 16, 2026. The aircraft supports regional airlift operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)

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Mission ready

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)

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Preflight prep

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)

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Super Delta

The Navy’s Blue Angels and the Air Force’s Thunderbirds conduct a Super Delta flyover off Pensacola Beach, Fla., April 14, 2026. The Super Delta formation highlights precision, discipline and teamwork. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Preparing to fly

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)

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Night ops

AC-130J Ghostrider pilots assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing perform a defensive maneuver during exercise Emerald Warrior Spiral near Hurlburt Field, Fla., April 14, 2026. As the command’s premier annual training exercise, Emerald Warrior Spiral certifies Air Force Special Operations Command’s ability to provide the joint force flexible, agile and responsive specialized airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isabel Tanner)

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Safety through inspection

Staff Sgt. Marcos Aguilar, 146th Maintenance Squadron, reads a technical order while conducting magnetic particle inspections on C-130J Super Hercules components at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 12, 2026. The inspections identify cracks and ensure parts remain serviceable to prevent potential aircraft failures. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Julianne Sitterding)

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Double-O-27

27th Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink aims an M9 sidearm under the guidance of a Combat Arms instructor at the training range in Jacks Valley at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., April 13, 2026. The visit emphasized foundational warfighting skills instilled in every cadet to develop a warrior ethos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley)

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Wings of blue

U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Carter Beswick, a Wings of Blue parachutist, maneuvers during a demonstration jump at Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio (FIDAE) 2026 in Santiago, Chile, April 11, 2026. The team showcases discipline and strengthens international partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)

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Combat instructor

A Combat Leader Course instructor assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron conducts a training exercise at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., April 10, 2026. The course develops pararescuemen’s advanced rescue tactics and leadership skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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Pushing limits

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)

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Integrated airpower

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)

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