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  • A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron maneuvers across a sand landing zone during exercise Northern Viking 26 in Rømø, Denmark, Aug. 25, 2026. Repeated operations on unimproved surfaces build the aircrew proficiency needed to establish and sustain air mobility from dispersed locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    RØMØ, Denmark
    A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron maneuvers across a sand landing zone during exercise Northern Viking 26 in Rømø, Denmark, Aug. 25, 2026. Repeated operations on unimproved surfaces build the aircrew proficiency needed to establish and sustain air mobility from dispersed locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
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  • Capt. Thomas Hilvers, 6th Combat Training Squadron Air Support Operations Center Initial Qualifications Course and Tactical Data Link Course lead, pushes a 135-pound weighted sled at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Aug. 18, 2026. The tactical physical conditioning session prepared combat Airmen for the high-intensity physiological demands of forward-deployed combat environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Annika Schermerhorn)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev.
    Capt. Thomas Hilvers, 6th Combat Training Squadron Air Support Operations Center Initial Qualifications Course and Tactical Data Link Course lead, pushes a 135-pound weighted sled at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Aug. 18, 2026. The tactical physical conditioning session prepared combat Airmen for the high-intensity physiological demands of forward-deployed combat environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Annika Schermerhorn)
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  • A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry approaches the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker for midair refueling within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Aug. 26, 2026. In-flight refueling sustains continuous airborne early warning, battle management, and command-and-control coverage throughout the theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tiffany A. 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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
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    A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry approaches the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker for midair refueling within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Aug. 26, 2026. In-flight refueling sustains continuous airborne early warning, battle management, and command-and-control coverage throughout the theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tiffany A. Emery)
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  • U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 163rd Civil Engineer Squadron, California Air National Guard, renovate lodging facilities during a deployment for training at Seward Military Resort in Seward, Alaska, Aug. 12, 2026. The real-world construction effort allowed 39 engineers spanning seven career fields to enhance structural tradecraft for deployed expeditionary environments. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Pagan)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    SEWARD, Alaska
    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 163rd Civil Engineer Squadron, California Air National Guard, renovate lodging facilities during a deployment for training at Seward Military Resort in Seward, Alaska, Aug. 12, 2026. The real-world construction effort allowed 39 engineers spanning seven career fields to enhance structural tradecraft for deployed expeditionary environments. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Pagan)
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  • A B-52H Stratofortress awaits mission taskings on the flightline during exercise Bayou Vigilance 26-3 at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 26, 2026. The recurring exercise tested the rapid generation and strategic deterrence capabilities of Air Force Global Strike Command long-range bomber forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Maxwell Cunningham)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La.
    A B-52H Stratofortress awaits mission taskings on the flightline during exercise Bayou Vigilance 26-3 at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 26, 2026. The recurring exercise tested the rapid generation and strategic deterrence capabilities of Air Force Global Strike Command long-range bomber forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Maxwell Cunningham)
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  • A U.S Air Force boom operator walks through the fuselage of a KC-135 Stratotanker at a base in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Aug. 25, 2026. Boom operators conduct aerial refueling operations that extend the range and endurance of aircraft supporting missions across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adriana Jordan-Alcañiz)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    UNDISCLOSED LOCATION
    A U.S Air Force boom operator walks through the fuselage of a KC-135 Stratotanker at a base in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Aug. 25, 2026. Boom operators conduct aerial refueling operations that extend the range and endurance of aircraft supporting missions across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adriana Jordan-Alcañiz)
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  • A B-2 Spirit, two F-35A Lightning IIs, two F-22 Raptors and four U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning IIs fly over the IndyCar Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C., Aug. 22, 2026. The historic aerial demonstration over the National Mall celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States while highlighting joint air dominance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Garcia)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    WASHINGTON
    A B-2 Spirit, two F-35A Lightning IIs, two F-22 Raptors and four U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning IIs fly over the IndyCar Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C., Aug. 22, 2026. The historic aerial demonstration over the National Mall celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States while highlighting joint air dominance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Garcia)
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  • Airmen participate in water and survival parachute training at the 336th Training Group’s survival, evasion, resistance and escape schoolhouse at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., Aug. 24, 2026. The comprehensive curriculum equips aviators with vital recovery and survival skills necessary to endure emergency water landings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephanie Orta Carranza)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash.
    Airmen participate in water and survival parachute training at the 336th Training Group’s survival, evasion, resistance and escape schoolhouse at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., Aug. 24, 2026. The comprehensive curriculum equips aviators with vital recovery and survival skills necessary to endure emergency water landings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephanie Orta Carranza)
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  • An Airman tests aviation fuel sampled from a C-5M Super Galaxy at José Aponte de la Torre Airport in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, Aug. 22, 2026. Deployed forces supporting Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere maintain agile logistics to counter illicit trafficking and bolster maritime security across the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Kevin Rivas)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    Cieba, Puerto Rico
    An Airman tests aviation fuel sampled from a C-5M Super Galaxy at José Aponte de la Torre Airport in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, Aug. 22, 2026. Deployed forces supporting Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere maintain agile logistics to counter illicit trafficking and bolster maritime security across the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Kevin Rivas)
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  • Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach hosts Maj. Gen. Nikolay Rusev Bulgarian air force commander, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Aug. 18, 2026. The visit was part of a weeklong counterpart visit to Air Force installations across the country to advance mutual interests and strengthen international partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Chad Trujillo)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    WASHINGTON
    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach hosts Maj. Gen. Nikolay Rusev Bulgarian air force commander, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Aug. 18, 2026. The visit was part of a weeklong counterpart visit to Air Force installations across the country to advance mutual interests and strengthen international partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Chad Trujillo)
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  • A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Aug. 22, 2026. Aerial refueling operations extend fifth-generation fighter range and deliver persistent global strike readiness across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adriana Jordan-Alcaniz)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    UNDISCLOSED LOCATION
    A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Aug. 22, 2026. Aerial refueling operations extend fifth-generation fighter range and deliver persistent global strike readiness across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Adriana Jordan-Alcaniz)
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  • U.S. Air Force Maj. Michael Ann Glotfelter, 39th Medical Group clinical psychologist, reviews a cranial scan at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Aug. 24, 2026. The imaging enables military medical clinicians to evaluate neurological structures and assess operational cognitive health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Evelyn D’Errico)

    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.
    Sept. 4, 2026
    Incirlik Air Base, Turkey
    U.S. Air Force Maj. Michael Ann Glotfelter, 39th Medical Group clinical psychologist, reviews a cranial scan at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, Aug. 24, 2026. The imaging enables military medical clinicians to evaluate neurological structures and assess operational cognitive health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Evelyn D’Errico)
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