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  • A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II takes flight in the Middle East in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 2, 2026. During the operation, the F-35A provided advanced sensing, intelligence gathering and precision strike capabilities to support joint force operations and enhance situational awareness across the battlespace. (U.S. Air Force 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.
    March 13, 2026
    MIDDLE EAST
    A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II takes flight in the Middle East in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 2, 2026. During the operation, the F-35A provided advanced sensing, intelligence gathering and precision strike capabilities to support joint force operations and enhance situational awareness across the battlespace. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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  • A 37th Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Huey lands as 90th Missile Security Operations Squadron Tactical Response Force defenders prepare to board at Launch Facility E-10 at Pine Bluffs, Wyo., Feb. 19, 2026. The UH-1N supports missile security operations by transporting tactical response forces and providing aerial security and surveillance across the 90th Missile Wing intercontinental ballistic missile complex. (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.
    March 13, 2026
    PINE BLUFFS, Wyo.
    A 37th Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Huey lands as 90th Missile Security Operations Squadron Tactical Response Force defenders prepare to board at Launch Facility E-10 at Pine Bluffs, Wyo., Feb. 19, 2026. The UH-1N supports missile security operations by transporting tactical response forces and providing aerial security and surveillance across the 90th Missile Wing intercontinental ballistic missile complex. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)
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  • An F-22 Raptor assigned to the 3rd Wing takes off during a training sortie on Feb. 20, 2026, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Alaska-based F-22s provide rapid air dominance and defend North American airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Theodore Gowdy)

    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.
    March 13, 2026
    JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska
    An F-22 Raptor assigned to the 3rd Wing takes off during a training sortie on Feb. 20, 2026, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Alaska-based F-22s provide rapid air dominance and defend North American airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Theodore Gowdy)
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  • Military working dog Zzakira, assigned to the 673rd Security Forces Squadron, stands after participating in a ship-to-shore medical evacuation exercise during exercise Arctic Edge 2026, Feb. 26, 2026, in Kodiak, Alaska. The NORAD and U.S. Northern Command-led exercise strengthens homeland defense and Arctic interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Rodgers)

    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.
    March 13, 2026
    KODIAK, Alaska
    Military working dog Zzakira, assigned to the 673rd Security Forces Squadron, stands after participating in a ship-to-shore medical evacuation exercise during exercise Arctic Edge 2026, Feb. 26, 2026, in Kodiak, Alaska. The NORAD and U.S. Northern Command-led exercise strengthens homeland defense and Arctic interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jack Rodgers)
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  • A B-2 Spirit conducts an integrated maritime strike training exercise with U.S. Navy F-35C Lightning II and F/A-18E Super Hornets from Carrier Air Wing 11 off the coast of California, Feb. 12, 2026. Counter-maritime exercises improve interoperability and demonstrate the ability of joint forces to operate in contested environments. (U.S. Navy photo by Katie Archibald)

    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.
    March 13, 2026
    PACIFIC OCEAN
    A B-2 Spirit conducts an integrated maritime strike training exercise with U.S. Navy F-35C Lightning II and F/A-18E Super Hornets from Carrier Air Wing 11 off the coast of California, Feb. 12, 2026. Counter-maritime exercises improve interoperability and demonstrate the ability of joint forces to operate in contested environments. (U.S. Navy photo by Katie Archibald)
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  • U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing render honors during a memorial flight over the crash site of STRAY 59 off the coast of the Philippines, Feb. 26, 2026. The flight commemorated the 23 service members who died when a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130E Combat Talon I, call sign STRAY 59, crashed during an exercise in 1981. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)

    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.
    March 13, 2026
    PHILIPPINES
    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing render honors during a memorial flight over the crash site of STRAY 59 off the coast of the Philippines, Feb. 26, 2026. The flight commemorated the 23 service members who died when a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130E Combat Talon I, call sign STRAY 59, crashed during an exercise in 1981. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)
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  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christian Kelly, 86th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment apprentice, performs an isometric pull-up during the German American Friendship Days physical assessment at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2026. Participants from several nations competed in the week-long event, completing repetition and time standards based on German military fitness requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Paden Henry)

    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.
    March 13, 2026
    RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany
    U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christian Kelly, 86th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment apprentice, performs an isometric pull-up during the German American Friendship Days physical assessment at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2026. Participants from several nations competed in the week-long event, completing repetition and time standards based on German military fitness requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Paden Henry)
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  • U.S. Air Force Reserve Maj. Emily De Leon, 926th Aerospace Medicine Squadron surgical physician assistant, participates in a hysterectomy procedure, Feb. 24, 2026, at Joseph N. France General Hospital, Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis. The collaboration supported the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission to strengthen regional medical partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)

    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.
    March 13, 2026
    Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
    U.S. Air Force Reserve Maj. Emily De Leon, 926th Aerospace Medicine Squadron surgical physician assistant, participates in a hysterectomy procedure, Feb. 24, 2026, at Joseph N. France General Hospital, Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis. The collaboration supported the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission to strengthen regional medical partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)
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  • An HH-60W Jolly Green II hoists a simulated survivor during an aerial demonstration for Saluting Our Aviation Roots, Feb. 25, 2026, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. The demonstration highlighted combat search and rescue capabilities for students and families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bre Lewis)

    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.
    March 13, 2026
    MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga.
    An HH-60W Jolly Green II hoists a simulated survivor during an aerial demonstration for Saluting Our Aviation Roots, Feb. 25, 2026, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. The demonstration highlighted combat search and rescue capabilities for students and families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bre Lewis)
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  • Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach delivers remarks at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colo., Feb. 23, 2026. Wilsbach spoke about unit readiness and personnel. (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.
    March 13, 2026
    AURORA, Colo.
    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach delivers remarks at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colo., Feb. 23, 2026. Wilsbach spoke about unit readiness and personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stuart Bright)
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  • U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing secure heavy cargo onto a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during a Mission Ready Airmen training day at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 19, 2026. The training brought together Airmen from across Yokota AB to complete hands-on tasks that strengthen readiness and expand their ability to operate beyond their primary career fields. (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.
    March 13, 2026
    YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan
    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing secure heavy cargo onto a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during a Mission Ready Airmen training day at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 19, 2026. The training brought together Airmen from across Yokota AB to complete hands-on tasks that strengthen readiness and expand their ability to operate beyond their primary career fields. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kayla Karelas)
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  • A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress taxis for takeoff at an undisclosed location in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 2, 2026. The B-52 provided long-range strike capability and delivered precision and stand-off munitions to support joint force objectives across the region. (U.S. Air Force 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.
    March 13, 2026
    UNDISCLOSED LOCATION
    A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress taxis for takeoff at an undisclosed location in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 2, 2026. The B-52 provided long-range strike capability and delivered precision and stand-off munitions to support joint force objectives across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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