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  • Cadet First Class Garrett Hake, U.S. Air Force Academy Wings of Blue parachute team member lands prior to the annual Founder’s Day Parade at Stillman Field in Colorado Springs, Colo., April 12, 2025. The demonstration team travels across the country to airshows, sporting events and other venues to represent the Air Force in precision parachuting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan Smith)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.
    Cadet First Class Garrett Hake, U.S. Air Force Academy Wings of Blue parachute team member lands prior to the annual Founder’s Day Parade at Stillman Field in Colorado Springs, Colo., April 12, 2025. The demonstration team travels across the country to airshows, sporting events and other venues to represent the Air Force in precision parachuting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan Smith)
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  • U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 709th Airlift Squadron and the 512th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron load a Pierce Arrow Telesquirt fire truck onto a C-5M Super Galaxy at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., April 9, 2025. Weighing approximately 31,000 to 33,000 pounds without water, the fire truck’s size and weight required careful coordination and precision handling during the loading process. The fire truck was donated by a Non-Governmental Organization as part of the Denton Humanitarian Assistance Program, which provides transportation of humanitarian goods to countries in need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devin Morgan)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill.
    U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 709th Airlift Squadron and the 512th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron load a Pierce Arrow Telesquirt fire truck onto a C-5M Super Galaxy at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., April 9, 2025. Weighing approximately 31,000 to 33,000 pounds without water, the fire truck’s size and weight required careful coordination and precision handling during the loading process. The fire truck was donated by a Non-Governmental Organization as part of the Denton Humanitarian Assistance Program, which provides transportation of humanitarian goods to countries in need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devin Morgan)
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  • Tech Sgt. Creston Shirey, an aircraft maintenance craftsman, tows a C-130J-30 Super Hercules on the flightline at Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, April 6, 2025. Shirey worked with fellow Airmen to move the aircraft in preparation of an assumption of command ceremony for the incoming wing commander of the 910th Airlift Wing, Col. Chris Sedlacek. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christina Russo)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    YOUNGSTOWN AIR RESERVE STATION, Ohio
    Tech Sgt. Creston Shirey, an aircraft maintenance craftsman, tows a C-130J-30 Super Hercules on the flightline at Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, April 6, 2025. Shirey worked with fellow Airmen to move the aircraft in preparation of an assumption of command ceremony for the incoming wing commander of the 910th Airlift Wing, Col. Chris Sedlacek. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christina Russo)
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  • A U.S. Air Force AC-130J Ghostrider prepares to refuel over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 8, 2025. Designed for close air support, air interdiction and armed reconnaissance, the AC-130J provides CENTCOM forces an expeditionary, direct-fire platform with 30mm and 105mm cannons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Jones)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
    A U.S. Air Force AC-130J Ghostrider prepares to refuel over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 8, 2025. Designed for close air support, air interdiction and armed reconnaissance, the AC-130J provides CENTCOM forces an expeditionary, direct-fire platform with 30mm and 105mm cannons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Jones)
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  • Master Sgt. Robert Valenzuela, Washington Air National Guard, 194th Security Forces Squadron flight chief, conducts training on the principles of shoot, move and communicate tactics on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Apr. 5, 2025. The training prepares Airmen with the critical skills needed to shoot accurately, move tactically and communicate effectively in real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Tim Chacon)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash.
    Master Sgt. Robert Valenzuela, Washington Air National Guard, 194th Security Forces Squadron flight chief, conducts training on the principles of shoot, move and communicate tactics on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Apr. 5, 2025. The training prepares Airmen with the critical skills needed to shoot accurately, move tactically and communicate effectively in real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Tim Chacon)
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  • A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 514th Air Mobility Wing approaches the runway for landing in dense fog at John Murtha Cambria County Airport, Johnstown, Pa., April 6, 2025. With visibility severely limited, the pilots relied on advanced navigation systems and instrument landing procedures to safely descend through low cloud cover and touch down. The scenario tested the crew’s ability to operate under challenging weather conditions, enhancing readiness for real-world missions. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Bryan Hoover)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    JOHNSTOWN, Pa.
    A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 514th Air Mobility Wing approaches the runway for landing in dense fog at John Murtha Cambria County Airport, Johnstown, Pa., April 6, 2025. With visibility severely limited, the pilots relied on advanced navigation systems and instrument landing procedures to safely descend through low cloud cover and touch down. The scenario tested the crew’s ability to operate under challenging weather conditions, enhancing readiness for real-world missions. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Bryan Hoover)
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  • U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Chris Sheppard, Air National Guard assistant to the Commander, Pacific Air Forces, shakes hands with Philippine air force Lt. Gen. Arthur Cordura, Philippine air force commanding general, before the opening ceremony of exercise Cope Thunder – Philippines 25-1 at Clark Air Base, Philippines, April 7, 2025. The U.S.-Philippines alliance supports regional and global security by enabling readiness, strengthening deterrence and fostering a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    Clark Air Base, Philippines
    U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Chris Sheppard, Air National Guard assistant to the Commander, Pacific Air Forces, shakes hands with Philippine air force Lt. Gen. Arthur Cordura, Philippine air force commanding general, before the opening ceremony of exercise Cope Thunder – Philippines 25-1 at Clark Air Base, Philippines, April 7, 2025. The U.S.-Philippines alliance supports regional and global security by enabling readiness, strengthening deterrence and fostering a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class James Meredith, 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron low observable technician, applies precision tape on an F-35A Lightning II at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom, March 20, 2025. Low observable technicians preserve the aircraft’s stealth features, ensuring mission readiness for U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces in Africa’s only fifth-generation fighter squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Seleena Muhammad-Ali)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    RAF LAKENHEATH, United Kingdom
    U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class James Meredith, 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron low observable technician, applies precision tape on an F-35A Lightning II at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom, March 20, 2025. Low observable technicians preserve the aircraft’s stealth features, ensuring mission readiness for U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces in Africa’s only fifth-generation fighter squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Seleena Muhammad-Ali)
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  • U.S. Air Force Capt. Ethan Smith, F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, performs aerial maneuvers with an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Airport, Australia, March 29, 2025. The U.S. values its enduring alliance with Australia and participation in AVALON 25 reinforces its commitment to interoperability, regional cooperation and a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    Avalon Airport, Australia
    U.S. Air Force Capt. Ethan Smith, F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, performs aerial maneuvers with an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the Avalon Australian International Airshow at the Avalon Airport, Australia, March 29, 2025. The U.S. values its enduring alliance with Australia and participation in AVALON 25 reinforces its commitment to interoperability, regional cooperation and a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Reft)
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  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gabriel Garner, 35th Maintenance Squadron avionics flight electronic warfare systems technician, works on an AN/ALQ-184 electronic countermeasures pod at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 2, 2025. The avionics flight plays a key role in integrating cutting-edge technologies into aircraft, ensuring they stay technologically advanced and ready to address modern threats, directly supporting the 35th Fighter Wing mission of maintaining air superiority and readiness in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan
    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gabriel Garner, 35th Maintenance Squadron avionics flight electronic warfare systems technician, works on an AN/ALQ-184 electronic countermeasures pod at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 2, 2025. The avionics flight plays a key role in integrating cutting-edge technologies into aircraft, ensuring they stay technologically advanced and ready to address modern threats, directly supporting the 35th Fighter Wing mission of maintaining air superiority and readiness in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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  • Aircraft from the Royal Thai Air Force, U.S. Air Force and Republic of Singapore Air Force participate in an Elephant Walk during exercise Cope Tiger 25, at Korat Royal Air Base, Thailand, Mar. 25, 2025. Twenty-one aircraft from the three nations lined the taxiway showcasing the combined airpower of CT25. This is the first formation of its kind in the 31-year history of the Cope Tiger exercise. (Courtesy photo)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    KORAT ROYAL AIR BASE, Thailand
    Aircraft from the Royal Thai Air Force, U.S. Air Force and Republic of Singapore Air Force participate in an Elephant Walk during exercise Cope Tiger 25, at Korat Royal Air Base, Thailand, Mar. 25, 2025. Twenty-one aircraft from the three nations lined the taxiway showcasing the combined airpower of CT25. This is the first formation of its kind in the 31-year history of the Cope Tiger exercise. (Courtesy photo)
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  • U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Taylor Wight, right, an operations officer assigned to the Thunderbirds, takes a picture with Hometown Hero participant, Michael Patterson, on April 4, 2025, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Patterson was selected to fly with the Thunderbirds in the backseat of one of their F-16s through a program dedicated to giving back to hometown hero candidates. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Tan)

    AF Week in Photos

    This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
    April 18, 2025
    NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev.
    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Taylor Wight, right, an operations officer assigned to the Thunderbirds, takes a picture with Hometown Hero participant, Michael Patterson, on April 4, 2025, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Patterson was selected to fly with the Thunderbirds in the backseat of one of their F-16s through a program dedicated to giving back to hometown hero candidates. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Tan)
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