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12th ATF Airmen prepare to conduct heavy weapons training on Camp McGregor, New Mexico, Jan. 16, 2025. Led by the 12th Combat Air Base Squadron and cadres from U.S. Army Task Force Black Scorpion, 2-363rd Training Support Battalion, 12th ATF Airmen from Scott, Barksdale, and Little Rock Air Force Bases and Joint Base Langley-Eustis conducted combat-focused training to ensure joint force maneuver in combat and mission readiness in the Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tristan Lindsay, 19th Security Forces Squadron fire team lead, erects a radio tower during a 12th Air Task Force field training exercise on Camp McGregor, New Mexico, Jan. 19, 2025. Led by the 12th Combat Air Base Squadron and cadres from U.S. Army Task Force Black Scorpion, 2-363rd Training Support Battalion, 12th ATF Airmen from Scott, Barksdale, and Little Rock Air Force Bases and Joint Base Langley-Eustis conducted combat-focused training to ensure joint force maneuver in combat and mission readiness in the Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)

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U.S. Army Sgt. Austin Griffith, 7223rd Medical Support Unit combat medical specialist instructor, instructs 12th Air Task Force Airmen on providing medical care on Camp McGregor, New Mexico, Jan. 15, 2025. Led by the 12th Combat Air Base Squadron and cadres from U.S. Army Task Force Black Scorpion, 2-363rd Training Support Battalion, 12th ATF Airmen from Scott, Barksdale, and Little Rock Air Force Bases and Joint Base Langley-Eustis conducted combat-focused training to ensure joint force maneuver in combat and mission readiness in the Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Tucker, 19th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection specialist, dons his gas mask during a 12th Air Task Force field training exercise on Camp McGregor, New Mexico, Jan. 19, 2025. Led by the 12th Combat Air Base Squadron and cadres from U.S. Army Task Force Black Scorpion, 2-363rd Training Support Battalion, 12th ATF Airmen from Scott, Barksdale, and Little Rock Air Force Bases and Joint Base Langley-Eustis conducted combat-focused training to ensure joint force maneuver in combat and mission readiness in the Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)

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Official portrait

This is the official portrait of Brig. Gen. Shane Vesely.

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Standing guard

Airman 1st Class Nigel Page, assigned to the 35th Force Support Squadron, stands guard during exercise Beverly Sunrise 25-03 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2025. Routine training ensures Airmen are mission-ready, capable of responding swiftly to potential threats and able to support U.S. and allied defense strategies in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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Preventive maintenance

Airman Jasmin Ali, 20th Component Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance apprentice, prepares an F-16 Fighting Falcon to have new HS2118 paint primer applied at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 3, 2025. Shaw AFB’s use of the new primer marks a significant step in improving both safety and aircraft maintenance practices at the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Meghan Hutton)

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Leadership discussion

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks with U.S. Air Force senior leaders at the Department of the Air Force Summit at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 19, 2025. Hegseth emphasized the critical roles of the Air Force and Space Force in deterring and engaging in future military conflicts highlighting the next generation of airpower and space-based operations will be decisive in maintaining the United States’ strategic advantage. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Madelyn Keech)

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On your right

A 180th Fighter Wing F-16C Fighting Falcon and 178th Wing MQ-9 Reaper participate in a close formation taxi, commonly known as an elephant walk, on Springfield-Beckley Air National Guard Base, Ohio, March 19, 2024. This demonstration highlighted the strength and versatility of the Ohio ANG’s aircraft and the vital role they play in ensuring national security. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Josh Kaeser)

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Dusty snow

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron sits on the snow-dusted flightline at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 19, 2025. The 36th AS is the only forward-based tactical airlift squadron in the Pacific and supports combat operations by providing responsive movement of personnel and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Flying with friends

Aircraft from the U.S. Air Force, the Royal Thai air force and the Republic of Singapore air force fly in formation during exercise Cope Tiger 25 over Thailand, March 18, 2025. The flight formation served as a symbol of airpower, cooperation and friendship among the three nations. (Courtesy photo)

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Grenade training

Senior Airman Alma Gomez, 173rd Fighter Wing, Oregon Air National Guard, navigates the grenade marksmanship course during the Oregon National Guard Best Warrior Competition at Camp Rilea, Ore., March 14, 2025. The full range of events assessed the warriors' physical fitness, land navigation skills, marksmanship and other battlefield scenarios. (Air National Guard photo by John Hughel)

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Combat ready

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon prepares for an integrated combat turn-around and hot-pit during exercise Fighting Wyvern 25-01 at Istrana Air Base, Italy, March 13, 2025. Fighting Wyvern 25-01 served as a direct reflection of Aviano AB’s mission: to secure the base, generate combat airpower and remain ready to deploy and fight from home. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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Bomber takeoff

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 23rd Bomb Squadron takes off during exercise Red Flag 25-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., March 13, 2025. Red Flag is an advanced aerial training exercise, held several times a year, that aims to prepare aircrews for real world combat situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Wilson)

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Let’s go

Senior Airman Nathan Barbaza, 8th Security Forces Squadron response force leader, stands ready for action against opposing forces in a simulated ground attack training during exercise Freedom Shield 25 at Kunsan Air Base, South Korea, March 11, 2025. Airmen assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing participated in large-scale, realistic training to strengthen interoperability, reinforce the South Korea-U.S. combined defense posture and increase combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)

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Buddy lift

Senior Airman Dariel Gonzalez Ramos, 90th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, carries MWD Rex after being fired at by opposing forces during detection training with environmental stimuli at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., March 10, 2025. Detection training is conducted to test and enhance MWD’s performance capabilities in simulated hostile environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Troubleshooter

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Miguel Garcia, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics technician, troubleshoots an electrical panel during nighttime maintenance operations during exercise Beverly Morning 25-2 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 4, 2025. Through routine training, personnel at Yokota AB remain postured to rapidly respond to any potential real-world crises and maintain its status as the premiere hub for power projection in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cayla Hunt)

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ATAF

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Dr. Troy E. Meink appears before the Senate Armed Services Committee for his nomination to be secretary of the Air Force in Washington, D.C., March 27, 2025. (DoD photo by EJ Hersom)

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US-Kenya partnership fortified through joint engineering efforts at Camp Simba

Members of the 475th Civil Engineer Flight collaborate on ongoing installation improvement projects at Camp Simba, Manda Bay, Kenya, Jan. 15, 2025. The joint-service engineer force at Camp Simba has been integral to the plans and preparations ahead of the Department of Defense and Department of State expansion of the strategic operating location, including 294,000 square feet of airfield construction and increased fuel storage capacity. Enduring infrastructure is vital to enhancing interoperability and will enable Kenya's continued growth as a strategic military partner, with the capacity to maintain security in the region against threats like Al-Shabaab. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jana Somero)

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