Night flight
An F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 114th Fighter Wing launches into night flying operations with the afterburner engaged at Joe Foss Field, S.D., Aug. 21, 2025. The afterburner provides a significant thrust boost by injecting fuel directly into the exhaust stream, enabling rapid acceleration and high-speed performance essential for combat operations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Luke Olson)
PHOTO BY:
Master Sgt. Luke Olson
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5.48 MB
CAMERA
ILCE-7M4
LENS
E 70-180mm F2.8 A056
APERTURE
32/10
SHUTTERSPEED
1/125
ISO
800
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