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AF WEEK IN PHOTOS

  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Devon Stewert, European Combat Leaders course class 24-02 student, participates in practical training on defensive fighting positions, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 7, 2024. There are 30 course objectives the instructors teach throughout the two-week course, including patrols, defense, basics of principles of instruction and evaluation, and troop leading procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany
    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Devon Stewert, European Combat Leaders course class 24-02 student, participates in practical training on defensive fighting positions, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 7, 2024. There are 30 course objectives the instructors teach throughout the two-week course, including patrols, defense, basics of principles of instruction and evaluation, and troop leading procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
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  • A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer from the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron receives a bath upon landing at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 3, 2024, in support of a Bomber Task Force mission. BTF missions demonstrate lethality and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Audree Campbell)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam
    A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer from the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron receives a bath upon landing at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 3, 2024, in support of a Bomber Task Force mission. BTF missions demonstrate lethality and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Audree Campbell)
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  • U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron jump out of a MC-130J Commando II over Normandy, France, June 2, 2024. Eighty years later, D-Day remains an enduring historic remainder of how the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve to shared ideals proved to be the turning point in the brutal fight against tyranny that spanned three continents and raged on for more than five years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessica Sanchez-Chen)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    MONT-SAINT-MICHAEL, France
    U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron jump out of a MC-130J Commando II over Normandy, France, June 2, 2024. Eighty years later, D-Day remains an enduring historic remainder of how the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve to shared ideals proved to be the turning point in the brutal fight against tyranny that spanned three continents and raged on for more than five years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessica Sanchez-Chen)
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  • A C-17 Globemaster III takes off for a Weapons School Integration mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., May 29, 2024. During WSINT, all assets combine in challenging scenarios simulating current and future threat arenas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jose Miguel T. Tamondong)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev.
    A C-17 Globemaster III takes off for a Weapons School Integration mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., May 29, 2024. During WSINT, all assets combine in challenging scenarios simulating current and future threat arenas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jose Miguel T. Tamondong)
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  • Senior Airmen Jocelyn Rosado, Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations departures specialist, straightens the stripes on a U.S. flag during the ironing process at Dover Air Force Base, Del., May 21, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jason Minto)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del.
    Senior Airmen Jocelyn Rosado, Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations departures specialist, straightens the stripes on a U.S. flag during the ironing process at Dover Air Force Base, Del., May 21, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jason Minto)
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  • Two U.S. Air Force C130-J Super Hercules are prepared for flyovers in support of the 80th anniversary of D-Day at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, June 2, 2024. The sacrifices made by U.S. service members and U.S.  Allies during World War II serve as a reminder of the importance of solidarity in times of adversity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Regan Enriquez)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    MANCHE, France
    Two U.S. Air Force C130-J Super Hercules are prepared for flyovers in support of the 80th anniversary of D-Day at Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport, France, June 2, 2024. The sacrifices made by U.S. service members and U.S. Allies during World War II serve as a reminder of the importance of solidarity in times of adversity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Regan Enriquez)
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  • The Wings of Blue, the U.S. Air Force Academy's cadet parachute team, prepares to approach Steelman Field prior to the USAFA’s graduation parade, May 29, 2024, in Colorado Springs, Colo. (U.S Air Force photo by Justin R. Pacheco)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo.
    The Wings of Blue, the U.S. Air Force Academy's cadet parachute team, prepares to approach Steelman Field prior to the USAFA’s graduation parade, May 29, 2024, in Colorado Springs, Colo. (U.S Air Force photo by Justin R. Pacheco)
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  • Aerospace propulsion technicians from the 149th Fighter Wing test an F-16 jet engine at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 31, 2024. The engines are tested and pushed to their maximum capability to ensure they can withstand extreme pressure during training and deployed operations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Derek Gutierrez)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, Texas
    Aerospace propulsion technicians from the 149th Fighter Wing test an F-16 jet engine at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 31, 2024. The engines are tested and pushed to their maximum capability to ensure they can withstand extreme pressure during training and deployed operations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Derek Gutierrez)
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  • U.S. Air Force civil engineer Airmen mix concrete with water during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 19, 2024. The RADR operations are conducted to display airfield recovery capabilities in the event of a real-world attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Samuel Burns)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
    U.S. Air Force civil engineer Airmen mix concrete with water during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 19, 2024. The RADR operations are conducted to display airfield recovery capabilities in the event of a real-world attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Samuel Burns)
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  • A 595th Command and Control Group E-4B receives fuel from a 126th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135R Stratotanker over the midwestern United States, May 15, 2024. The E-4B, known as the “Nightwatch,” is protected against the effects of electromagnetic pulse and has an electrical system designed to support advanced electronics and a wide variety of communications equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Codie Trimble)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    MIDWESTERN UNITED STATES
    A 595th Command and Control Group E-4B receives fuel from a 126th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135R Stratotanker over the midwestern United States, May 15, 2024. The E-4B, known as the “Nightwatch,” is protected against the effects of electromagnetic pulse and has an electrical system designed to support advanced electronics and a wide variety of communications equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Codie Trimble)
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  • Army Staff Sgt. Mary De Guzman receives an eye exam from Air Force Maj. Adrian Hulbert, optometrist, during an annual medical training event at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, May 14, 2024. The training is designed to provide critical on-the-job training, so guardsmen have the chance to learn from active-duty military personnel and gain valuable experience. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Valentina Viglianco)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii
    Army Staff Sgt. Mary De Guzman receives an eye exam from Air Force Maj. Adrian Hulbert, optometrist, during an annual medical training event at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, May 14, 2024. The training is designed to provide critical on-the-job training, so guardsmen have the chance to learn from active-duty military personnel and gain valuable experience. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Valentina Viglianco)
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  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. William Smith, 435th Security Forces Squadron Creek Defender Ground Combat Regional Training Center instructor, center left, teaches students on patrol route tactics during a night training operation as part of the European Combat Leaders course near U.S. Army Garrison Baumholder, Germany, May 14, 2024. The instructors teach 30 course objectives throughout the two-week course, including patrols, defense, basics of principles of instruction and evaluation and troop leading procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

    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.
    June 7, 2024
    BAUMHOLDER, Germany
    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. William Smith, 435th Security Forces Squadron Creek Defender Ground Combat Regional Training Center instructor, center left, teaches students on patrol route tactics during a night training operation as part of the European Combat Leaders course near U.S. Army Garrison Baumholder, Germany, May 14, 2024. The instructors teach 30 course objectives throughout the two-week course, including patrols, defense, basics of principles of instruction and evaluation and troop leading procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
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