Ready to roll
U.S. Air Force Capt. Matthew Szabo, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, prepares to taxi before taking off for a combined air operation with Egyptian air force F-16s in support of exercise Bright Star 25 at Cairo West Air Base, Egypt, Aug. 31, 2025. Bright Star 25 is a long-running multinational exercise that strengthens regional security cooperation, enhances interoperability and improves joint readiness among U.S., Egyptian and partner nation forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keegan Putman)
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Senior Airman Keegan Putman
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NIKON Z6_3
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NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
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56/10
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1/50
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640
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