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Extraction training

Tech. Sgt. Alexander Graves, a special missions aviator from Air Force Global Strike Command’s Det. 7, helps steady an Airman and a litter on the side of a UH-1 Huey’s hoist at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Aug. 23, 2022. The 413th FLTS, the Air Force’s only rotary wing developmental test unit, provided realism to the tactical air control party Airmen’s extraction training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)
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Taking aim

Tech. Sgt. Reece Dinofsky, 316th Security Support Squadron assistant noncommissioned officer in charge of training, aims an M4 carbine toward a target during a weapons proficiency training exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 23, 2022. Dinofsky acted as a mentor to three Airmen throughout the “shoot, move, communicate” exercise and created simulated events to enhance their training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isabelle Churchill)
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In the dark

Staff Sgt. Michael Armatage, 6th Combat Training Squadron joint terminal attack controller, establishes satellite communications to send medical evacuation requests during exercise Rigid Pulse 22-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Aug. 18, 2022. Rigid Pulse 22-1 is a readiness culmination exercise used to validate mission essential task lists to support personnel recovery operations in a deployed environment and to refine and exercise agile combat employment capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Rufus)
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Night ops

Three service members participate in an operations dry run prior to exercise Rigid Pulse at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Aug. 18, 2022. Rigid Pulse 22-1 is a readiness culmination exercise used to validate mission essential task lists to support personnel recovery operations in a deployed environment; and to refine and exercise agile combat employment capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Rufus)
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Hello, Nova!

U.S. Air Force Academy cadet falconers display “Nova,” the school's newest mascot, for visitors at a farm-to-table reception held at the Carlton House at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colo., Aug. 17, 2022. Since 1956, the falconry club has performed flying demonstrations at thousands of athletic contests and civic events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Justin R. Pacheco)
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Reaper in waiting

An MQ-9 Reaper sits on the 361 Expeditionary Attack Squadron flightline at an undisclosed location, Aug. 6, 2022. The MQ-9 is an unmanned aircraft capable of remote controlled or autonomous flight. The 361 EAS operates the aircraft in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jim Bentley)
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Suicide Prevention Month

Suicide Prevention Month
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SecAF visits Japan during Indo-Pacific tour

Chief Master Sgt. Jerry Dunn, 374th Airlift Wing command chief, left, greets Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall during his visit to 374th Airlift Wing headquarters at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2022. During his visit to Japan, Kendall highlighted the strategic importance of Yokota Air Base and the Department of the Air Force Operational Imperatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)
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SecAF visits Japan during Indo-Pacific tour

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall listens to a briefing from Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, during his visit to 374th Airlift Wing headquarters at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2022. During his trip, he met with U.S. Forces Japan and 374th Airlift Wing leadership, as well as several Japanese cabinet members, to talk about the U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)
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SecAF visits JBER

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Airmen pose for a group photo at JBER, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2022. During his visit, Kendall engaged with installation leadership, Airmen and Guardians to express his appreciation for the contributions of Airmen, Guardians and family members in the Indo-Pacific region to the success of the U.S. Air Force and Space Force missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julia Lebens)
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SecAF visits JBER

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, center, meets with Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson leadership at JBER, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2022. During his visit, Kendall and his team discussed the importance of JBER in the Indo-Pacific region and engaged in discussions regarding the strength of U.S. regional alliances and relationships with leading regional partners, such as the Canadian Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julia Lebens)
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SecAF visits JBER

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, center, meets with Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson leadership at JBER, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2022. During his visit, Kendall and his team discussed the importance of JBER in the Indo-Pacific region and engaged in discussions regarding the strength of U.S. regional alliances and relationships with leading regional partners, such as the Canadian Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julia Lebens)
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SecAF visits JBER

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, center, poses with Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson leadership at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2022. During his visit, Kendall and his team discussed the installation’s mission and operations with local leadership and met with JBER Airmen during a luncheon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julia Lebens)
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SecAF visits JBER

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, is greeted by Canadian Air Force Brig. Gen. F. William Radiff, the Alaska North American Aerospace Defense (NORAD) Region deputy commander, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2022. During his visit, Kendall and his team discussed the installation’s mission and operations with local leadership and met with JBER Airmen during a luncheon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julia Lebens)
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Attention to detail

Staff Sgt. Rafael Molina, 96th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Red, prepares to connect a GBU-12 Paveway II to an F-15 Eagle during the squadron’s weapons load competition at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., July 29, 2022. The Red team battled the Blue (F-16 Fighting Falcon) team for weapons load crew supremacy during the quarterly competition. The Red team claimed victory this quarter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)
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Into the darkness

An F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the Ohio National Guard’s 180th Fighter Wing, takes off for a nighttime training flight in Swanton, Ohio, Aug. 22, 2022. The 180th FW conducts training, rain or snow, day and night, to enhance mission readiness and ensure combat power can be delivered to combatant commanders, anytime, anywhere. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Kregg York)
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Wheelchair rugby

Retired Tech. Sgt. Joshua Smith, a Warrior Games athlete on Team Air Force, high-fives a Team Navy athlete during a wheelchair rugby game at the 2022 Department of Defense Warrior Games in Orlando, Fla., Aug. 21, 2022. The DoD Warrior Games feature a variety of adaptive sports such as wheelchair basketball, archery, sitting volleyball, providing reconditioning activities and competitive athletic opportunities to all wounded, ill and injured service members in effort to improve their quality of life throughout the continuum of recovery and transition. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Erin V. Currie)
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Head over heels

A U.S. Air Force pararescueman jumps out of the back of a C-130J Super Hercules during a search and rescue training scenario as a part of exercise Pacific Angel 22-2 at Kuantan Air Base, Malaysia, Aug. 18, 2022. Exercises like Pacific Angel 22-2 are designed to posture U.S. Airmen and allied military and civilian personnel to work together to quickly and effectively respond to a wide range of possible humanitarian assistance and disaster relief scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Popping smoke

Second Lt. Ben Daniels, 15th Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Control Party Precision Strike Team member, pops a smoke grenade during a training exercise at Fort Stewart, Ga., Aug. 16, 2022. The 15th ASOS was conducting intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance training to hone command and control capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. River Bruce)
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Flying high

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 64th Aggressor Squadron, flies over the Nevada Test and Training Range during a routine training mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Aug. 15, 2022. The principal testament to the value of the aggressor program is the consistent dominance of the U.S. Air Force during recent conflicts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Rufus)
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