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  • Airmen assigned to the 124th Fighter Wing's Security Forces Squadron participate in a field training exercise at Saylor Creek Training Range, Grasmere, Idaho, June 6, 2026. The annual SFS exercise helps to maintain proficiency and strengthen skills needed to support evolving mission requirements. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Welch)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    GRASMERE, Idaho.
    Airmen assigned to the 124th Fighter Wing's Security Forces Squadron participate in a field training exercise at Saylor Creek Training Range, Grasmere, Idaho, June 6, 2026. The annual SFS exercise helps to maintain proficiency and strengthen skills needed to support evolving mission requirements. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Welch)
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  • An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 194th Fighter Squadron lands at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, June 3, 2026. The 194th FS was on temporary duty at Mountain Home AFB to conduct combat readiness training and familiarize themselves with F-15E Strike Eagle capabilities as they prepare to receive the F-15EX Eagle II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keagan Lee)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    MOUNTAIN HOME AIR FORCE BASE, Idaho.
    An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 194th Fighter Squadron lands at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, June 3, 2026. The 194th FS was on temporary duty at Mountain Home AFB to conduct combat readiness training and familiarize themselves with F-15E Strike Eagle capabilities as they prepare to receive the F-15EX Eagle II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keagan Lee)
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  • U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Tamunoboma Fenny, 35th Fighter Wing assistant staff judge advocate, inspects an aircraft engine during a Wild Weasel immersion tour at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 27, 2026. The immersion provided participants with hands-on exposure to the maintenance and technical expertise required to generate combat airpower and sustain aircraft readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Angelica Winther)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan
    U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Tamunoboma Fenny, 35th Fighter Wing assistant staff judge advocate, inspects an aircraft engine during a Wild Weasel immersion tour at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 27, 2026. The immersion provided participants with hands-on exposure to the maintenance and technical expertise required to generate combat airpower and sustain aircraft readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Angelica Winther)
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  • Four U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft fly over Normandy, France, during a D-Day commemorative airborne operation June 7, 2026. The airborne operation commemorated the historic D-Day invasion while reinforcing the enduring partnership between U.S. and Allied military forces in Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Cynthia Belío)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    Normandy, France
    Four U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft fly over Normandy, France, during a D-Day commemorative airborne operation June 7, 2026. The airborne operation commemorated the historic D-Day invasion while reinforcing the enduring partnership between U.S. and Allied military forces in Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Cynthia Belío)
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  • A 91st Missile Security Operations Squadron defender engages targets during an X4 and SMASH 2000L Systems Firing Qualification at Camp Guernsey Joint Training Center’s North Training Area, Wyo., May 15, 2026. Joint Interagency Task Force 401 hosted the qualification event to test defenders’ ability to employ emerging C-sUAS capabilities against simulated ground and aerial threats, strengthening counter-drone capabilities across multiple Department of War Services and components. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    CAMP GUERNSEY, Wyo.
    A 91st Missile Security Operations Squadron defender engages targets during an X4 and SMASH 2000L Systems Firing Qualification at Camp Guernsey Joint Training Center’s North Training Area, Wyo., May 15, 2026. Joint Interagency Task Force 401 hosted the qualification event to test defenders’ ability to employ emerging C-sUAS capabilities against simulated ground and aerial threats, strengthening counter-drone capabilities across multiple Department of War Services and components. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)
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  • Senior Airman Hayden Tadgerson, 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Huey flight engineer, checks the surrounding area after takeoff at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 27, 2026. The helicopter crew simulated a medical evacuation flight following a Tactical Combat Casualty Care exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Julia Lebens)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md.
    Senior Airman Hayden Tadgerson, 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Huey flight engineer, checks the surrounding area after takeoff at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 27, 2026. The helicopter crew simulated a medical evacuation flight following a Tactical Combat Casualty Care exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Julia Lebens)
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  • A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 123rd Airlift Wing, Kentucky Air National Guard, flies over Karup Air Base, Denmark, June 2, 2026. The 123rd AW is providing tactical airlift support to NATO allies throughout the month of June in support of Ramstein Flag 2026, an Allied Air Command large-scale, air-focused, multi-location and joint operating area exercise with 18 participating nations and more than 200 aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Joshua Horton)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    KARUP AIR BASE, Denmark
    A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 123rd Airlift Wing, Kentucky Air National Guard, flies over Karup Air Base, Denmark, June 2, 2026. The 123rd AW is providing tactical airlift support to NATO allies throughout the month of June in support of Ramstein Flag 2026, an Allied Air Command large-scale, air-focused, multi-location and joint operating area exercise with 18 participating nations and more than 200 aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Joshua Horton)
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  • Airmen participate in the Pedro 66 Memorial ruck at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., June 5, 2026. Participants commemorated the sacrifice of the Pedro 66 crew members who were killed during a combat rescue mission in Afghanistan on June 9, 2010, and their commitment to saving others at all costs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    DAVIS-MONTHAN AFB, Ariz.
    Airmen participate in the Pedro 66 Memorial ruck at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., June 5, 2026. Participants commemorated the sacrifice of the Pedro 66 crew members who were killed during a combat rescue mission in Afghanistan on June 9, 2010, and their commitment to saving others at all costs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Melecio)
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  • U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon’s aircraft maneuver away from a KC-135 Stratotanker in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 23, 2026. The aerial refueling mission extended the fighters’ range and endurance, enhancing their ability to support operations across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tiffany Emery)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
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    U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon’s aircraft maneuver away from a KC-135 Stratotanker in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 23, 2026. The aerial refueling mission extended the fighters’ range and endurance, enhancing their ability to support operations across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tiffany Emery)
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  • Airmen assigned to the 124th Security Forces Squadron, Idaho Air National Guard, participate in counter-drone training at Saylor Creek Range, Idaho, June 5, 2026. The training enhanced Airmen’s ability to detect, identify and respond to unmanned aerial system threats in support of installation security and force protection missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jadyn Eisenbrandt)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    SAYLOR CREEK RANGE, Idaho.
    Airmen assigned to the 124th Security Forces Squadron, Idaho Air National Guard, participate in counter-drone training at Saylor Creek Range, Idaho, June 5, 2026. The training enhanced Airmen’s ability to detect, identify and respond to unmanned aerial system threats in support of installation security and force protection missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jadyn Eisenbrandt)
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  • A member of the F-16 Viper Demonstration Team marshals Maj. Taylor Hiester, commander and pilot, into its parking position during SkyFest 2026 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., June 7, 2026. In alignment with the nationwide "Freedom 250" celebration, the air show highlighted two and a half centuries of American progress, liberty and the technological leaps made throughout military aviation history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Emilee Seiler)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash.
    A member of the F-16 Viper Demonstration Team marshals Maj. Taylor Hiester, commander and pilot, into its parking position during SkyFest 2026 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., June 7, 2026. In alignment with the nationwide "Freedom 250" celebration, the air show highlighted two and a half centuries of American progress, liberty and the technological leaps made throughout military aviation history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Emilee Seiler)
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  • Airmen with the 138th Fighter Wing speak during a Combat Readiness Exercise at Camp Gruber, Okla., June 5, 2026. The exercise assessed and strengthened the 138th FW’s ability to operate in a hostile deployed environment. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Christian Corley)

    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.
    June 12, 2026
    CAMP GRUBER, Okla.
    Airmen with the 138th Fighter Wing speak during a Combat Readiness Exercise at Camp Gruber, Okla., June 5, 2026. The exercise assessed and strengthened the 138th FW’s ability to operate in a hostile deployed environment. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Christian Corley)
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