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  • An F-22 Raptor assigned to the F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team flies past pyrotechnic smoke during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 8, 2026. The F-22 is the Air Force’s premier fifth-generation fighter, combining stealth, supercruise and advanced sensor capabilities. (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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska
    An F-22 Raptor assigned to the F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team flies past pyrotechnic smoke during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 8, 2026. The F-22 is the Air Force’s premier fifth-generation fighter, combining stealth, supercruise and advanced sensor capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Theodore Gowdy)
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  • Pararescuemen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron coordinate the next phase of their mission during Exercise Savage Jackal near Tucson, Ariz., July 24, 2026. The exercise challenged rescue forces to execute time-sensitive personnel recovery missions in darkness, reinforcing their ability to operate in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jenna A. Bond)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    TUCSON, Ariz.
    Pararescuemen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron coordinate the next phase of their mission during Exercise Savage Jackal near Tucson, Ariz., July 24, 2026. The exercise challenged rescue forces to execute time-sensitive personnel recovery missions in darkness, reinforcing their ability to operate in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jenna A. Bond)
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  • F-35A Lightning IIs, F-16 Fighting Falcons, F-22 Raptors and a KC-135 Stratotanker conduct sorties over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex near Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Aug. 13, 2026. The flight provided Gen. Gregory Guillot, commander of North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command, and Danish Gen. Michael Hyldgaard, chief of defense, a firsthand look at Alaska’s unique training environment while highlighting U.S. and allied readiness and cooperation in the Arctic. (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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska
    F-35A Lightning IIs, F-16 Fighting Falcons, F-22 Raptors and a KC-135 Stratotanker conduct sorties over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex near Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Aug. 13, 2026. The flight provided Gen. Gregory Guillot, commander of North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command, and Danish Gen. Michael Hyldgaard, chief of defense, a firsthand look at Alaska’s unique training environment while highlighting U.S. and allied readiness and cooperation in the Arctic. (Courtesy photo)
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  • Basic cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2030 stand in formation during the Acceptance Day Parade at Stillman Field in Colorado Springs, Colo., Aug. 5, 2026. The parade marks the conclusion of Basic Cadet Training and formally welcomes the Class of 2030 into the Cadet Wing as fourth-class cadets after six weeks of mental, physical and military training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ray Bahner)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.
    Basic cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2030 stand in formation during the Acceptance Day Parade at Stillman Field in Colorado Springs, Colo., Aug. 5, 2026. The parade marks the conclusion of Basic Cadet Training and formally welcomes the Class of 2030 into the Cadet Wing as fourth-class cadets after six weeks of mental, physical and military training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ray Bahner)
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  • A U.S Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Aug. 7, 2026. Aerial refueling extends the range and endurance of combat aircraft supporting operations throughout the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James K. Thomas)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
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    A U.S Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Aug. 7, 2026. Aerial refueling extends the range and endurance of combat aircraft supporting operations throughout the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James K. Thomas)
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  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nathan Carver, 48th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, works on the routing and clamping of an F100-PW-229 engine at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom, Aug. 3, 2026. Carver helps maintain engines that power F-15E Strike Eagle operations at RAF Lakenheath and across multiple theaters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexander Vasquez)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom
    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nathan Carver, 48th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, works on the routing and clamping of an F100-PW-229 engine at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom, Aug. 3, 2026. Carver helps maintain engines that power F-15E Strike Eagle operations at RAF Lakenheath and across multiple theaters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexander Vasquez)
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  • A C-17 Globemaster III flies over Altus Air Force Base, Okla., Aug. 13, 2026. The C-17 provides rapid strategic airlift of troops and cargo while supporting tactical airlift, aeromedical evacuation and airdrop missions worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonah Bliss)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    Altus Air Force Base, Okla.
    A C-17 Globemaster III flies over Altus Air Force Base, Okla., Aug. 13, 2026. The C-17 provides rapid strategic airlift of troops and cargo while supporting tactical airlift, aeromedical evacuation and airdrop missions worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonah Bliss)
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  • Staff Sgt. Amaya Hagler, a 445th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, checks the vital signs of a simulated patient portrayed by a U.S. Army Soldier assigned to Charlie Company, 5th Battalion, 159th General Support Aviation Battalion, during tactical aeromedical evacuation and joint-service patient transfer training at Fort Knox, Ky., July 29, 2026. The training integrated mock patient transport and in-flight care aboard an Army UH-60 Black Hawk and an Air Force C-17 Globemaster III, enabling patient transition from tactical care to long-range aeromedical evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Patrick O’Reilly)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    FORT KNOX, Kent.
    Staff Sgt. Amaya Hagler, a 445th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, checks the vital signs of a simulated patient portrayed by a U.S. Army Soldier assigned to Charlie Company, 5th Battalion, 159th General Support Aviation Battalion, during tactical aeromedical evacuation and joint-service patient transfer training at Fort Knox, Ky., July 29, 2026. The training integrated mock patient transport and in-flight care aboard an Army UH-60 Black Hawk and an Air Force C-17 Globemaster III, enabling patient transition from tactical care to long-range aeromedical evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Patrick O’Reilly)
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  • A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing flies over the Midwest Aug. 5, 2026. The bomber was one of three B-52s refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 350th Air Refueling Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick O’Neill)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    MIDWESTERN UNITED STATES
    A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing flies over the Midwest Aug. 5, 2026. The bomber was one of three B-52s refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 350th Air Refueling Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick O’Neill)
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  • A pararescueman assigned to the 38th Rescue Squadron uses a saw to cut through chains on a vehicle to free a simulated injured person during Operation Iron Covenant near Benson, Ariz., July 22, 2026. The training assessed individual proficiency and team effectiveness under realistic conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Najzee Kuzu)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    Benson, Ariz.
    A pararescueman assigned to the 38th Rescue Squadron uses a saw to cut through chains on a vehicle to free a simulated injured person during Operation Iron Covenant near Benson, Ariz., July 22, 2026. The training assessed individual proficiency and team effectiveness under realistic conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Najzee Kuzu)
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  • U.S. Air Force Maintainers assigned to the 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conduct preflight inspections on a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. The maintainers verified aircraft systems and equipment ahead of Typhoon Dolphin to ensure the aircraft was ready to support evacuation operations and preserve operational capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Francisco Huerta)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    KADENA AIR BASE, Japan
    U.S. Air Force Maintainers assigned to the 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conduct preflight inspections on a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. The maintainers verified aircraft systems and equipment ahead of Typhoon Dolphin to ensure the aircraft was ready to support evacuation operations and preserve operational capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Francisco Huerta)
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  • Senior Airman Mason Johnson, a munitions systems specialist assigned to the 125th Fighter Wing, conducts munitions familiarization training at Jacksonville Air National Guard Base, Fla., Aug. 11, 2026. The training provided Airmen from across the wing hands-on experience with mission-essential procedures outside their primary Air Force specialties, strengthening adaptability and readiness for agile combat employment. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. N.W. Huertas)

    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.
    Aug. 21, 2026
    JACKSONVILLE, Fla.
    Senior Airman Mason Johnson, a munitions systems specialist assigned to the 125th Fighter Wing, conducts munitions familiarization training at Jacksonville Air National Guard Base, Fla., Aug. 11, 2026. The training provided Airmen from across the wing hands-on experience with mission-essential procedures outside their primary Air Force specialties, strengthening adaptability and readiness for agile combat employment. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. N.W. Huertas)
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