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DAF leaders emphasize warfighting readiness at AFA Warfare Symposium

Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Operations Lt. Gen. Douglas Schiess speaks at a panel at the Air and Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colo., Feb. 24, 2026. The panel discussed reinforcing warfighting and personnel readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by TSgt. Stuart Bright)

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DAF leaders emphasize warfighting readiness at AFA Warfare Symposium

Undersecretary of the Air Force Matt Lohmeier speaks at a panel at the Air and Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colo., Feb. 24, 2026. The panel discussed reinforcing warfighting and personnel readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by TSgt. Stuart Bright)

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SECAF Keynote AFA Warfare Symposium 2026

Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink speaks at the Air Force Association Warfare Symposium Feb. 23, 2026 in Aurora, Colo. Meink spoke about defending the homeland and deterring adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stuart Bright)

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SECAF Keynote AFA Warfare Symposium 2026

Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink speaks at the Air Force Association Warfare Symposium Feb. 23, 2026, in Aurora, Colo. Meink spoke about defending the homeland and deterring adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by TSgt. Stuart Bright)

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Chief of Staff of the Air Force Ken Wilsbach speaks at the Air Force Association Warfare Symposium Feb. 23, 2026. Wilsbach spoke about readiness, unit and personal. (U.S. Air Force photo by TSgt. Stuart Bright)

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Chief of Staff of the Air Force Ken Wilsbach speaks at the Air Force Association Warfare Symposium Feb. 23, 2026. Wilsbach spoke about readiness, unit and personal. (U.S. Air Force photo by TSgt. Stuart Bright)

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A YFQ-44A, part of the Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program, undergoes an undated captive carry test at a California test location. This test phase uses inert munitions to methodically validate weapons integration, structural performance and safety, ensuring the platform can safely carry external stores. The CCA program is a critical part of a larger, integrated system-of-systems designed to extend the reach and effectiveness of crewed aircraft, giving U.S. warfighters an overwhelming advantage in future conflicts. (Courtesy photo)

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A file photo of the second B-21 Raider, the nation’s sixth-generation stealth bomber, conducting flight testing at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Sept. 11, 2025. The program is a cornerstone of the Department of the Air Force’s nuclear modernization strategy, designed to deliver both conventional and nuclear payloads. (Courtesy photo)

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Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force John Bentivegna poses for a photo with Sidsel Diaz inside U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force Basic Military Training’s Pfingston Reception Center, known as the PRC, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Feb. 18, 2026. CMSSF participated in the USSF BMT graduation ‘Coin and Retreat’ ceremony with Diaz’s son, Spc. Omar Chavez, as a graduate. The ceremony concluded in the PRC auditorium named after Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force #10, Gary R. Pfingston, who served from 1962 to1994. He served in BMT for more than eight years, including as the Chief of the Military Training Division; and in 1979, became the Commandant of the Military Training Instructor School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan R. Mallard)

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Graduating with honors

Senior Airman Ever Quintanilla Ramos, 96th Logistics Readiness Squadron, holds the American flag close during the Honor Guard graduation ceremony Jan. 30, 2026, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The performance included flag detail, rifle volley, pallbearers and bugler for friends, family and unit commanders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)

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Next in line

U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron taxi down the flightline before takeoff from Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2026. The KC-135 provides the core aerial refueling capability for the U.S. Air Force and has excelled in this role for more than 60 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)

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The Raptors’ nest

F-22 Raptors assigned to the 1st Fighter Wing, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., sit on the flightline of the Georgia Combat Readiness Training Center during exercise Sentry South 26.1 at the Savannah Air National Guard Base, Ga., Jan. 23, 2026. Sentry South is an Air National Guard-led counterair exercise that trains hundreds of participants annually in offensive and defensive counterair missions with fourth- and fifth-generation aircraft to enhance combat readiness and joint integration. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Josiah Meece)

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Air and space

U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds,” fly past the Artemis II rocket at Kennedy Space Center, Fla., Feb. 12, 2026. The flyover highlighted the partnership between the U.S. Air Force and NASA during preparations for the Artemis II mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yendi Borjas)

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Final approach

A C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron lands on snow during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center training at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 7, 2026. Operating outside of a traditional runway setting, aircrews practiced delivering airlift capability in the contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cayla Hunt)

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Hiding in plain sight

Cadet First Class Vance Carew participates in small-unit tactics scenarios during Silver Weekend Training at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., Feb. 6, 2026. The training reinforced foundational military skills and cadet-led competencies, including simulated weapons handling, land navigation, Tactical Combat Casualty Care and mission planning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley)

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Taking charge

Senior Airman Tanner Goldsmith, 91st Missile Security Operations Squadron convoy team member, communicates with his team during a force-on-force exercise in Garrison, N.D., Feb. 6, 2026. Goldsmith led his team during an assault on a simulated opposing force’s position. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Wilson)

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Bank and roll

An F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the Homestead Air Reserve Base, Fla., performs a roll maneuver during exercise Red Flag-Nellis 26-1 over the Nevada Test and Training Range, Nev., Feb. 6, 2026. Red Flag exercises develop aggressive, disciplined warfighters able to dominate any adversary in any domain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Heather Amador Paulino)

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Returning home

Airmen assigned to the 55th Rescue Squadron walk toward friends and family at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Feb. 6, 2026, following a redeployment. Returning from deployment is especially meaningful, as it marks the safe completion of their mission and reunites service members with loved ones after months of separation and sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

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Hanging out

U.S. Air Force Capt. Danielle Beigelman, 510th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, is positioned in a tree during a simulated aircraft crash scenario as part of Operations Group War Day, at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Feb. 5, 2026. The training emphasized endurance, resource management and survival skills required in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyrique Barquet)

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On watch

Capt. Clayton Davis, an F-22 pilot and supervisor of flying with the 525th Fighter Squadron, operates from the air traffic control tower in support of exercise Red Flag-Nellis 26-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Feb. 2, 2026. During Red Flag, air traffic control personnel manage increased flight operations and complex airspace demands, enabling seamless multinational training missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Michael Sanders)

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