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  • An LC-130H Skibird assigned to the 109th Airlift Wing sits on the flightline during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh at Oshkosh, Wis., July 23, 2026. The Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual fly-in convention showcases military, commercial and general aviation through aircraft displays, educational programs and aerial demonstrations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Jamie Spaulding)

    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.
    July 31, 2026
    Osh Kosh, Wisc.
    An LC-130H Skibird assigned to the 109th Airlift Wing sits on the flightline during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh at Oshkosh, Wis., July 23, 2026. The Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual fly-in convention showcases military, commercial and general aviation through aircraft displays, educational programs and aerial demonstrations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Jamie Spaulding)
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  • A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing takes a defensive position during an opposing-force training scenario for Beverly Sentinel 26-4 at Kunsan Air Base, South Korea, July 22, 2026. The realistic training required personnel to adapt to complex challenges and strengthened their ability to execute the mission under high-stress conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tabatha Chapman)

    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.
    July 31, 2026
    KUNSAN AIR BASE, South Korea
    A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing takes a defensive position during an opposing-force training scenario for Beverly Sentinel 26-4 at Kunsan Air Base, South Korea, July 22, 2026. The realistic training required personnel to adapt to complex challenges and strengthened their ability to execute the mission under high-stress conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tabatha Chapman)
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  • Two U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs fly in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility July 2, 2026. The aircraft deliver advanced airpower capabilities that enhance combat readiness and support regional security. (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.
    July 31, 2026
    U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
    Two U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs fly in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility July 2, 2026. The aircraft deliver advanced airpower capabilities that enhance combat readiness and support regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tiffany A. Emery)
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  • Therapy dogs wait to greet returning service members at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., July 8, 2026. Therapy dogs support morale and help create a welcoming environment for Airmen returning home from deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Marharyta Chumakova)

    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.
    July 31, 2026
    TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif.
    Therapy dogs wait to greet returning service members at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., July 8, 2026. Therapy dogs support morale and help create a welcoming environment for Airmen returning home from deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Marharyta Chumakova)
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  • Senior Airman Martin Palomino, a 552nd Operations Support Squadron survival, evasion, resistance and escape specialist, works with Airmen to secure a canopy over a life raft during water survival training at Altus Air Force Base, Okla., July 10, 2026. SERE specialists led the Airmen as they practiced properly securing the canopy to the raft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright)

    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.
    July 31, 2026
    Altus Air Force Base, Okla.
    Senior Airman Martin Palomino, a 552nd Operations Support Squadron survival, evasion, resistance and escape specialist, works with Airmen to secure a canopy over a life raft during water survival training at Altus Air Force Base, Okla., July 10, 2026. SERE specialists led the Airmen as they practiced properly securing the canopy to the raft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright)
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  • U.S. Air Force Airmen prepare to transport U.S. Marines and equipment aboard a C-17 Globemaster III before departing Simón Bolívar International Airport at Maiquetía, Venezuela, July 16, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, the military is supporting State Department-led U.S. disaster assistance for the people of Venezuela following the June 24 earthquakes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin M. Rumbaugh)

    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.
    July 31, 2026
    Maiquetía, Venezuela
    U.S. Air Force Airmen prepare to transport U.S. Marines and equipment aboard a C-17 Globemaster III before departing Simón Bolívar International Airport at Maiquetía, Venezuela, July 16, 2026. At the direction of U.S. Southern Command, the military is supporting State Department-led U.S. disaster assistance for the people of Venezuela following the June 24 earthquakes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin M. Rumbaugh)
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  • Senior Airman Michelle Ferrari, a 49th Wing public affairs specialist, interviews actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise during his visit to Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., July 12, 2026. Sinise discussed his support for the military community through the Gary Sinise Foundation and Lt. Dan Band performances, which honor service members, veterans, first responders and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ariana Barreto)

    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.
    July 31, 2026
    Holloman Air Force Base, N.M.
    Senior Airman Michelle Ferrari, a 49th Wing public affairs specialist, interviews actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise during his visit to Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., July 12, 2026. Sinise discussed his support for the military community through the Gary Sinise Foundation and Lt. Dan Band performances, which honor service members, veterans, first responders and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ariana Barreto)
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  • Maj. Taylor Hiester, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and pilot, performs aerial maneuvers in an F-16C Fighting Falcon during an air show in Goshen, Ind., July 10, 2026. The multirole fighter demonstrates its air-to-air and air-to-ground capabilities during performances across the United States and abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Cardo)

    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.
    July 31, 2026
    Goshen, Ind.
    Maj. Taylor Hiester, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and pilot, performs aerial maneuvers in an F-16C Fighting Falcon during an air show in Goshen, Ind., July 10, 2026. The multirole fighter demonstrates its air-to-air and air-to-ground capabilities during performances across the United States and abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Cardo)
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  • Basic cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2030 and cadet cadre march back from Jacks Valley at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., July 24, 2026. March Back marks the conclusion of the second phase of Basic Cadet Training, during which cadets completed field training designed to develop discipline, resilience, teamwork and warfighting readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Suni)

    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.
    July 31, 2026
    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.
    Basic cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2030 and cadet cadre march back from Jacks Valley at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., July 24, 2026. March Back marks the conclusion of the second phase of Basic Cadet Training, during which cadets completed field training designed to develop discipline, resilience, teamwork and warfighting readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Suni)
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  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Malcom Dixon and Staff Sgt. Reynold Lewis, 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeymen, retorque propeller nuts on a C-130J Super Hercules engine at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 17, 2026. Routine engine maintenance helps keep C-130Js mission ready for tactical airlift operations across U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa. (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.
    July 31, 2026
    RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany
    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Malcom Dixon and Staff Sgt. Reynold Lewis, 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeymen, retorque propeller nuts on a C-130J Super Hercules engine at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 17, 2026. Routine engine maintenance helps keep C-130Js mission ready for tactical airlift operations across U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
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  • Basic cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2030 participate in a culminating exercise during Basic Cadet Training at Jacks Valley, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., July 23, 2026. The culminating exercise tested field skills, teamwork, discipline and decision-making as basic cadets build warfighting readiness during the second phase of BCT. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley)

    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.
    July 31, 2026
    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.
    Basic cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy Class of 2030 participate in a culminating exercise during Basic Cadet Training at Jacks Valley, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., July 23, 2026. The culminating exercise tested field skills, teamwork, discipline and decision-making as basic cadets build warfighting readiness during the second phase of BCT. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley)
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  • A C-130H Hercules from the 302nd Airlift Wing, call sign MAFFS 2, sits on the flightline at sunset at Klamath Falls, Ore., July 22, 2026. The aircraft is equipped with a U.S. Forest Service-owned Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System and supports aerial firefighting missions across the West Coast, augmenting the civilian air tanker fleet when commercial resources are fully committed. (U.S. Air Force 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.
    July 31, 2026
    Klamath Falls, Ore.
    A C-130H Hercules from the 302nd Airlift Wing, call sign MAFFS 2, sits on the flightline at sunset at Klamath Falls, Ore., July 22, 2026. The aircraft is equipped with a U.S. Forest Service-owned Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System and supports aerial firefighting missions across the West Coast, augmenting the civilian air tanker fleet when commercial resources are fully committed. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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