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  • A joint formation of U.S. Air Force and Navy aircraft flies over Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, Calif., Feb. 8, 2026. The flyover, which included Air Force B-1B Lancers and F-15C Eagles alongside Navy F-35C Lightning IIs and F/A-18 Super Hornets, commemorated America’s 250th anniversary. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Shelby Thurman)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    Santa Clara, Calif.
    A joint formation of U.S. Air Force and Navy aircraft flies over Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, Calif., Feb. 8, 2026. The flyover, which included Air Force B-1B Lancers and F-15C Eagles alongside Navy F-35C Lightning IIs and F/A-18 Super Hornets, commemorated America’s 250th anniversary. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Shelby Thurman)
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  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alexander Clarke, 36th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, secures a simulated cargo bundle onto a C-130J Super Hercules during a training flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2026. This routine training ensures the wing is prepared to deliver critical equipment rapidly throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kayla Karelas)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan
    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alexander Clarke, 36th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, secures a simulated cargo bundle onto a C-130J Super Hercules during a training flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 29, 2026. This routine training ensures the wing is prepared to deliver critical equipment rapidly throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kayla Karelas)
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  • A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle from the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron lands at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 18, 2026. The deployment of F-15s to the region enhances combat readiness and promotes security and stability. (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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
    A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle from the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron lands at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 18, 2026. The deployment of F-15s to the region enhances combat readiness and promotes security and stability. (Courtesy photo)
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  • Senior Airman Andrew White, 96th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron load crew member, performs preload checks on a GBU-39 bomb during the 96th Maintenance Group’s fourth-quarter weapons load competition at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 30, 2026. The competition pitted the squadron's F-16 "Blue" team against the F-15 “Red” team for the title of top load crew of the quarter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla.
    Senior Airman Andrew White, 96th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron load crew member, performs preload checks on a GBU-39 bomb during the 96th Maintenance Group’s fourth-quarter weapons load competition at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Jan. 30, 2026. The competition pitted the squadron's F-16 "Blue" team against the F-15 “Red” team for the title of top load crew of the quarter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)
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  • Army paratroopers from the 11th Airborne Division descend from an Air Force C-17 Globemaster III during exercise Palmetto Reach over Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Jan. 23, 2026. The joint operation highlighted the seamless integration between Army paratroopers and Air Force aircrews to rapidly deploy ground forces anywhere in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luke Hirsch)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska
    Army paratroopers from the 11th Airborne Division descend from an Air Force C-17 Globemaster III during exercise Palmetto Reach over Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Jan. 23, 2026. The joint operation highlighted the seamless integration between Army paratroopers and Air Force aircrews to rapidly deploy ground forces anywhere in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luke Hirsch)
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  • Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach returns a salute from 2nd Lt. Renata Russell after she received the U.S. Air Force Cadet of the Year award at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., Jan. 30, 2026. Russell, a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate, was recognized as the top cadet for her outstanding performance and leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stuart Bright)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    ARLINGTON, Va.
    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach returns a salute from 2nd Lt. Renata Russell after she received the U.S. Air Force Cadet of the Year award at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., Jan. 30, 2026. Russell, a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate, was recognized as the top cadet for her outstanding performance and leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stuart Bright)
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  • An F-22A Raptor from the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard, deploys flares during exercise Sentry Aloha 26-1 over the Hawaiian Islands, Jan. 22, 2026. Flares are defensive countermeasures designed to decoy infrared-guided threats by creating an intense heat signature for a missile to follow, drawing it safely away from the aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Michael Swingen)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    HAWAII
    An F-22A Raptor from the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard, deploys flares during exercise Sentry Aloha 26-1 over the Hawaiian Islands, Jan. 22, 2026. Flares are defensive countermeasures designed to decoy infrared-guided threats by creating an intense heat signature for a missile to follow, drawing it safely away from the aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Michael Swingen)
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  • Master Sgt. Jodie Sweeney, 114th Operations Support Squadron airfield management specialist from the South Dakota Air National Guard, removes foreign object debris from the flightline during exercise Sentry South 26-1 at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Ga., Jan. 28, 2026. Sentry South is a large-scale exercise that integrates fourth- and fifth-generation aircraft and personnel from across the joint force to enhance air superiority and combat readiness. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Solberg)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    Savannah, Ga.
    Master Sgt. Jodie Sweeney, 114th Operations Support Squadron airfield management specialist from the South Dakota Air National Guard, removes foreign object debris from the flightline during exercise Sentry South 26-1 at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Ga., Jan. 28, 2026. Sentry South is a large-scale exercise that integrates fourth- and fifth-generation aircraft and personnel from across the joint force to enhance air superiority and combat readiness. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Solberg)
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  • Airmen assigned to the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron attach engine covers to a C-17 Globemaster III during a post-flight inspection at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Jan. 21, 2026. These covers protect critical components by preventing foreign object debris, wildlife and other contaminants from entering the engines during ground operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luke Hirsch)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska
    Airmen assigned to the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron attach engine covers to a C-17 Globemaster III during a post-flight inspection at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Jan. 21, 2026. These covers protect critical components by preventing foreign object debris, wildlife and other contaminants from entering the engines during ground operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luke Hirsch)
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  • A U.S. Air Force 332nd Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron military working dog, Ssilke, waits on a U.S. Air Force HC-130J Combat King II assigned to the 26th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 4, 2026. The 332nd ESFS MWDs play a vital role in daily operations by identifying hazards and ensuring the safety of aircraft and personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Travis Knauss)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
    A U.S. Air Force 332nd Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron military working dog, Ssilke, waits on a U.S. Air Force HC-130J Combat King II assigned to the 26th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 4, 2026. The 332nd ESFS MWDs play a vital role in daily operations by identifying hazards and ensuring the safety of aircraft and personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Travis Knauss)
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  • A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing refuels an F-35A Lightning II from the 48th Fighter Wing over the North Sea during exercise Point Blank, Jan. 29, 2026. The recurring exercise enhances allied readiness and interoperability, ensuring the collective defense of the European region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Iris Carpenter)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    NORTH SEA
    A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing refuels an F-35A Lightning II from the 48th Fighter Wing over the North Sea during exercise Point Blank, Jan. 29, 2026. The recurring exercise enhances allied readiness and interoperability, ensuring the collective defense of the European region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Iris Carpenter)
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  • U.S. Airmen assigned to the 26th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron secure equipment inside an HC-130J Combat King II at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 22, 2026. The squadron provides personnel recovery and refueling capabilities around-the-clock throughout the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Travis Knauss)

    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.
    Feb. 13, 2026
    U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
    U.S. Airmen assigned to the 26th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron secure equipment inside an HC-130J Combat King II at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 22, 2026. The squadron provides personnel recovery and refueling capabilities around-the-clock throughout the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Travis Knauss)
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