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  • Senior Airman Samuel Griego and Airman 1st Class Tavi Carter-Smith, 509th Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeymen, inspect an exhaust tube in a test cell at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 20, 2025. U.S. Air Force aerospace propulsion specialists test aircraft engines and diagnose problems, including the fuel, oil, electrical and engine airflow systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Hastings)

    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. 29, 2025
    WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo.
    Senior Airman Samuel Griego and Airman 1st Class Tavi Carter-Smith, 509th Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeymen, inspect an exhaust tube in a test cell at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 20, 2025. U.S. Air Force aerospace propulsion specialists test aircraft engines and diagnose problems, including the fuel, oil, electrical and engine airflow systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Hastings)
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  • An HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 129th Rescue Squadron, California Air National Guard, deploys countermeasure flares as an F-15D Eagle from the 144th Fighter Wing, California Air National Guard, maneuvers overhead during a joint over-water test flight, California, Aug. 20, 2025. The exercise evaluated the effectiveness of countermeasures in a maritime environment and evaluated the helicopters' defensive capabilities against modern aerial threats. (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. 29, 2025
    CALIFORNIA
    An HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 129th Rescue Squadron, California Air National Guard, deploys countermeasure flares as an F-15D Eagle from the 144th Fighter Wing, California Air National Guard, maneuvers overhead during a joint over-water test flight, California, Aug. 20, 2025. The exercise evaluated the effectiveness of countermeasures in a maritime environment and evaluated the helicopters' defensive capabilities against modern aerial threats. (Courtesy photo)
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  • Staff Sgt. Dalton Williams, a Headquarters Air Mobility Command public affairs specialist, photographs aircraft redeploying in support of Exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-3 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 31, 2025. Public affairs specialists document operations through photography, video and storytelling to highlight mission accomplishments, inform the public and preserve the historical record. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)

    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. 29, 2025
    ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam
    Staff Sgt. Dalton Williams, a Headquarters Air Mobility Command public affairs specialist, photographs aircraft redeploying in support of Exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-3 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 31, 2025. Public affairs specialists document operations through photography, video and storytelling to highlight mission accomplishments, inform the public and preserve the historical record. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)
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  • A KC-46 Pegasus assigned to the 60th Air Mobility Wing redeploys in support of Exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-3 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 31, 2025. Part of the first-in-a-generation Department-Level Exercise Series, the exercise demonstrates the U.S. Air Force’s ability to operate and deliver follow-on forces in a contested, dynamic environment against complex threats on short notice with more than 100 aircraft at more than 15 locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)

    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. 29, 2025
    ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam
    A KC-46 Pegasus assigned to the 60th Air Mobility Wing redeploys in support of Exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-3 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 31, 2025. Part of the first-in-a-generation Department-Level Exercise Series, the exercise demonstrates the U.S. Air Force’s ability to operate and deliver follow-on forces in a contested, dynamic environment against complex threats on short notice with more than 100 aircraft at more than 15 locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)
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  • Airmen assigned to the 820th Base Defense Group patrol a training area during Mission Qualification Training at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., Aug. 5, 2025. The annual 72-hour field exercise helps Airmen to sharpen their skills in ground maneuvers and combat tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine)

    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. 29, 2025
    MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga.
    Airmen assigned to the 820th Base Defense Group patrol a training area during Mission Qualification Training at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., Aug. 5, 2025. The annual 72-hour field exercise helps Airmen to sharpen their skills in ground maneuvers and combat tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leonid Soubbotine)
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  • Three U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 31st Fighter Wing fly in formation over Italy, Aug. 18, 2025, during Exercise Combined Strike 25. The exercise provides realistic training scenarios, improving combat readiness and demonstrating commitment to NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Jakel)

    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. 29, 2025
    ITALY
    Three U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 31st Fighter Wing fly in formation over Italy, Aug. 18, 2025, during Exercise Combined Strike 25. The exercise provides realistic training scenarios, improving combat readiness and demonstrating commitment to NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Jakel)
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  • Airmen assigned to the 60th Civil Engineer Squadron conduct live-fire training at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 15, 2025. This critical training prepares firefighters to protect personnel and assets by effectively extinguishing fires and controlling fire behavior. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)

    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. 29, 2025
    TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif.
    Airmen assigned to the 60th Civil Engineer Squadron conduct live-fire training at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 15, 2025. This critical training prepares firefighters to protect personnel and assets by effectively extinguishing fires and controlling fire behavior. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)
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  • A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, descends for landing at Ørland Air Base, Norway, during a Bomber Task Force Europe deployment, Aug. 9, 2025. The BTF mission highlights how the Air Force delivers effects rapidly across dynamic and contested environments through integrated training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tambri Cason)

    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. 29, 2025
    Ørland Air Base, Norway
    A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, descends for landing at Ørland Air Base, Norway, during a Bomber Task Force Europe deployment, Aug. 9, 2025. The BTF mission highlights how the Air Force delivers effects rapidly across dynamic and contested environments through integrated training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tambri Cason)
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  • Brig. Gen. Craig McPike, Air Force Recruiting Service deputy commander, hosts a swearing-in ceremony for Delayed Entry Program recruits at the Rayburn Office Building in Washington, D.C., Aug. 15, 2025. The ceremony marked the recruits’ official commitment to join the Air Force, symbolizing the transition from civilian to Airman as they prepare to enter basic military training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)

    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. 29, 2025
    WASHINGTON
    Brig. Gen. Craig McPike, Air Force Recruiting Service deputy commander, hosts a swearing-in ceremony for Delayed Entry Program recruits at the Rayburn Office Building in Washington, D.C., Aug. 15, 2025. The ceremony marked the recruits’ official commitment to join the Air Force, symbolizing the transition from civilian to Airman as they prepare to enter basic military training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)
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  • Airmen assigned to the 22nd Air Task Force disembark from a C-130J Super Hercules from the 815th Airlift Squadron during Exercise Northern Strike 25-2 at Battle Creek Air National Guard Base, Mich., Aug. 8, 2025. Exercise Northern Strike is a premier reserve component training event that focuses on joint readiness training to build interoperability and strengthen partnerships in an all-domain environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)

    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. 29, 2025
    BATTLE CREEK AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Mich.
    Airmen assigned to the 22nd Air Task Force disembark from a C-130J Super Hercules from the 815th Airlift Squadron during Exercise Northern Strike 25-2 at Battle Creek Air National Guard Base, Mich., Aug. 8, 2025. Exercise Northern Strike is a premier reserve component training event that focuses on joint readiness training to build interoperability and strengthen partnerships in an all-domain environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)
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  • Airmen assigned to the 41st Rescue Squadron and pararescuemen assigned to the 38th Rescue Squadron, Moody Air Force Base, Ga., conduct water rescue training in the Gulf of America, Aug. 12, 2025. Pararescuemen and HH-60W Jolly Green II aircrew conducted water rescue training to strengthen their ability to save lives in both combat and humanitarian operations worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer)

    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. 29, 2025
    Gulf of America
    Airmen assigned to the 41st Rescue Squadron and pararescuemen assigned to the 38th Rescue Squadron, Moody Air Force Base, Ga., conduct water rescue training in the Gulf of America, Aug. 12, 2025. Pararescuemen and HH-60W Jolly Green II aircrew conducted water rescue training to strengthen their ability to save lives in both combat and humanitarian operations worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer)
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  • Jeremy Bartz, 17th Training Wing honorary commander, looks through night vision goggles during a tour at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. An honorary commander is a civilian community leader selected to build relationships with Air Force leaders, strengthen ties between the installation and the local community, and gain a deeper understanding of the Air Force mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)

    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. 29, 2025
    DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas
    Jeremy Bartz, 17th Training Wing honorary commander, looks through night vision goggles during a tour at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. An honorary commander is a civilian community leader selected to build relationships with Air Force leaders, strengthen ties between the installation and the local community, and gain a deeper understanding of the Air Force mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Call)
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