Air Force Maintenance and Training

Scenes of Air Force personnel engaged in maintenance and training activities, showcasing teamwork, detailed work, and operational readiness.

U.S. Navy Chief Quartermaster Edward Roth, assigned to USS New Orleans (LPD 18), applies chalk to this hands during a weightlifting meet aboard LPD 18 in the Sea of Japan, Sept. 4, 2022. The 1,000 Pound Club is a weightlifting event where participants must lift a cumulative one thousand pounds in squat, bench, and deadlift. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andre Stencavage, a 1st Special Operations Mission Support Group maneuver team member, tightens an environmental control unit duct at Marine Corps Base, Hawaii, July 17, 2022 during the RIMPAC 22 exercise. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

Pvt. John J. Schumacher with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, looks up at his Company 1st Sgt. on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Dec. 4, 2021. Oct. 8, 2022. The EGA is the official emblem and insignia of the Marine Corps.

A 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief gives hand signals to a pilot at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2022. The relationship between a crew chief and pilot is critical to ensuring mission success occurs safely and effectively.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Shreffler, 55th Fighter Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, performs pre-flight checks on an aircraft at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Nov. 10, 2022. The 20th Fighter Wing provides combat ready airpower and Airmen for the United States and allied nations.

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 64th Brigade Support Battalion, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, treat a simulated casualty during combat lifesaver training, Drawsko Pomorskie, Poland, June 9, 2022. The 3/4th ABCT is among other units assigned to V Corps, Americas forward deployed corps in Europe that works alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brendon Bowman, 60th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight examiner, loads AE equipment onto a KC-46A Pegasus, assigned to the 22nd Air Refueling Wing at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, for KC-46A training at Travis Air Force Base, California, Aug. 16, 2022. In addition to aerial refueling, the KC-46A can accommodate a mixed load of passengers, aeromedical evacuation and cargo transport.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Nov. 16, 2022) - Ens. Corey Swenson, from San Rafael, Calif., assigned to U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), reports a suspicious ID during an anti-terrorism drill on Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka Nov. 16, 2022. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Navy Chief Quartermaster Edward Roth, assigned to USS New Orleans (LPD 18), applies chalk to this hands during a weightlifting meet aboard LPD 18 in the Sea of Japan, Sept. 4, 2022. The 1,000 Pound Club is a weightlifting event where participants must lift a cumulative one thousand pounds in squat, bench, and deadlift. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Jordan Dicker, right, from Sebastian, Florida, and Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Brandon Coffman, from Morrow, Ohio, both assigned to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213, perform routine maintenance on a F/A-18F Super Hornet in the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) hangar bay, Oct. 8, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

1st Lt. Ardreen Tirados, from the Army Reserves 315th Engineer Battalion, 301st Maneuver Enhancement Brigade at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, places a green star on the name of a veteran he knew who committed suicide on the back of the Joint Operation Mariposas painting that was on display at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Sept. 1.

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220521-N-NV699-1068 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 21, 2022) Gunner's Mate Seaman Ross Morgan, from Cleveland, hangs a target during a live-fire exercise aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), May 21, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

Zach Burleson, 809th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Non-Destructive Inspection technician, works on a T-38 as part of the Talon Repair Inspections and Maintenance (TRIM) program, Aug. 24, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The TRIM program will be performed on 190 T-38 aircraft. The capability allows for localized depot-level maintenance to replace or repair key parts.

240126-N-FK754-1091 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 26, 2024) Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Lucas Jones, from Farmington, Ark., participates in a small-arms live fire exercise on an aircraft elevator aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Marcus Kelley, aircrew flight equipment technician, assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron packs a B-52H Stratofortress parachute after a routine Bomber Task Force mission at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 19, 2024. BTF missions are designed to showcase PACAFs ability to deter, deny, and dominate any influence or aggression from adversaries or competitors. Air Force

A U. S. Marine aboard the amphibious transport dock USS AUSTIN (LPD-4) scans the horizon with binoculars while participating in OPERATION SOLID SHIELD, underway off the coast of North Carolina. Subject Operation/Series: SOLID SHIELD Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Brandon Bretches, a Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) recovery noncommissioned officer, constructs a wet-screening system during a DPAA recovery mission in England, April 11, 2022. This was DPAAs second recovery mission in the United Kingdom. DPAAs mission is to provide the fullest possible accounting for our missing personnel to their families and the nation.

Senior Airman Cody Polzin, A-10C Thunderbolt II Demonstration Team crew chief, performs post-flight inspections in San Marcos, Texas, May 26, 2022. The A-10 Demonstration Team is made up of 11 personnel, including a pilot, nine maintenance personnel and a public affairs specialist. The mission of the A-10 Demonstration Team is to recruit, retain and inspire.

The Minnesota National Guards 55th Civil Support Team(CST) conducts a Collective Lanes Training, at the Columbia Heights Membrane Plant in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, September 20, 2022. Army North observed the exercise to provide feedback before the unit's Training Proficiency Evaluation next year. (Minnesota National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Mahsima Alkamooneh)

220908-N-GF955-1445BALTIC SEA (Sept. 8, 2022) U.S. Navy Seaman Michael Delgado, from Houston, Texas, left, and Fire Controlman (Aegis) 3rd Class Ethan Prolsdorfer, from Birmingham, Alabama, conduct security reaction force basic (SRF-B) training aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), Sept. 8, 2022. Paul Ignatius is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

220908-N-GF955-1445BALTIC SEA (Sept. 8, 2022) U.S. Navy Seaman Michael Delgado, from Houston, Texas, left, and Fire Controlman (Aegis) 3rd Class Ethan Prolsdorfer, from Birmingham, Alabama, conduct security reaction force basic (SRF-B) training aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), Sept. 8, 2022. Paul Ignatius is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

PACIFIC OCEAN (June 20, 2022) Hospital Corpsman Kati Strough, left, from Marysville, Wash., conducts an airway and respiration check on Sonar Technician (Surface) 3rd Class Andrew Deveroux, from Jacksonville, Fla., during a tactical combat casualty care (TCCC) training evolution on the mess decks aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gridley (DDG 101). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

1st Lt James Brahm, Air Combat Command, studies a rocket with motor and fin assembly at an EOD (Explosive Ordinance Disposal) demonstration held at Joint Base San Antonio Lackland, September 21, 2022.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Anthony Logue, 14th Airlift Squadron C-17 Globemaster III loadmaster, conducts pre-flight inspections prior to a training mission on Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, May 5, 2022. The 14th AS conducted training with Marines assigned to Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point on loading Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected vehicles onto a C-17.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Angel Raymundo, 51st Security Forces Squadron member, cinches a tourniquet around the leg of simulated casualty during a training scenario at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Sept. 13, 2022. Airmen with simulated injuries were treated at the scene using basic lifesaving techniques known as tactical combat casualty care.

040401-M-7842H-008. Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Kinser State: Okinawa Country: Japan (JPN)

230405-N-TC847-1015 IONIAN SEA (Apr. 5, 2023) Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 3rd Class Michael Hemenway assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) lubricates a MK 53 chaff launcher, April 5, 2023. The GHWCSG is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- Basic cadets from the class of 2026 arrive at the U.S. Air Force Academy for in-processing (I-Day), on June 23, 2022, in Colorado Springs, Colo. I-Day marks the start of their journey of becoming a commissioned officer in the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.

U.S. Air Force Capt. Trent Vonich, 38th Rescue Squadron combat rescue officer smiles for a photograph after completing a combat search and rescue exercise in the Republic of Palau, Nov. 7, 2022. Vonich was the team commander coordinating execution of the exercise between aerial and maritime assets.

011118-F-4406B-016. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: Naval Air Station, Sigonella State: Sicily Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: AMC

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Brendan Burks, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, welcomes volunteers to a clean-up at the Slocum Road intersection, MCAS Cherry Point, Sept. 4, 2022. Maintaining areas of the base provides Marines, Sailors, civilians and their families with a safe and effective training and living environment across the installation.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jessica Mathias, KC-135 aerial refueling specialist assigned to the 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron provides fuel to a U.S. E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System aircraft within the U.S. Air Forces Central area of responsibility Sep. 6, 2022. AFCENT forces remain postured to uphold whole of government diplomacy efforts to promote security and regional stability in the Middle East.

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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (November 15, 2022) Navy wounded warriors assigned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam take part in wood working sponsored by the Navy Wounded Warrior program in commemoration of Warrior Care Month. In 2008, the Secretary of Defense designated November as Warrior Care Month in order to inform members of the military and their families and communities about the programs and initiatives currently being provided through the Warrior Care system and the forthcoming improvements.

Ben Young, a magician with Operation Magic All Stars, performs a torn dollar trick, Oct. 13, 2022, assisted by a U.S. service member deployed to Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Operation Magic All Stars was brought to PSAB by Armed Forces Entertainment in coordination with the 378th Expeditionary Force Support Squadron. AFE and the 378th EFSS share a mission of raising troop morale and mental health within USCENTCOMs area of responsibility.

The Minnesota National Guards 55th Civil Support Team(CST) conducts a Collective Lanes Training, at the Columbia Heights Membrane Plant in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, September 20, 2022. Army North observed the exercise to provide feedback before the unit's Training Proficiency Evaluation next year. (Minnesota National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Mahsima Alkamooneh)

U.S. Navy Chaplain Lt. Cmdr. Brenton Asbury disposes of an invasive vegetation at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore during Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore, Sept. 8, 2022. Fleet Week is an annual public event that provides the opportunity for the U.S. sea services to engage with each other and civilians. More than 2,300 services members are participating, engaging and assisting with ship tours, live bands, and static equipment displays.

Alex Goad, videographer, 502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs, captures video footage of the 502nd ABW change of command, May 3, 2022, JBSA-Lackland, Texas. The 502d Air Base Wing is host to Joint Base San Antonio which unifies 11 geographically distinct locations including JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Lackland, JBSA-Randolph and JBSA-Camp Bullis.

Staff Sgt. Bryce Gryder, 4th Civil Engineer Squadron emergency communication center dispatcher, looks out the windshield of a fire truck at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, April 5, 2022. Gryder provides fire prevention guidance to other Airmen along with participating in any firefighting training or emergencies.

U.S. Army Soldiers completed an eight-hour, ACE Suicide Intervention program held in Kuwait City, Kuwait, Sept. 16, 2022. Over 40 Soldiers from multiple units and missions attended the training led by Chaplain (Maj.) Christopher T. Montgomery, operations chaplain for Area Support Group - Kuwait (ASG-KU), Capt. Sarah Skelton, aeromedical and SERE psychologist assigned to 36th Combat Aviation Brigade, 36th Infantry Division, and Staff Sgt. William D. McMurray, religious affairs non-commissioned officer from Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve. Soldiers from many different units stationed across the Middle East attended the group training to explore various suicide prevention scenarios and exercise new communication techniques as suicide intervention specialists.

Chaplain Fedor, 836th Combat Support Group, counsels AIRMAN 1ST Class Cotz during survival training exercise Round-Up 88-1. Base: Davis-Monthan Air Force Base State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Army Soldiers Assigned to the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division, U.S. Army, conduct flexibility exercises with the Holistic Health and Fitness enterprise as part of the eXportable Combat Training Capability (XCTC) exercise on July 25, 2022 at Ft. Drum, N.Y. More than 2,500 Soldiers are participating in the training event, which enables brigade combat teams to achieve the trained platoon readiness necessary to deploy, fight, and win.

A 43rd Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew lifts an AIM-9 missile during the units competition Oct. 28 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. Two teams competed to see who could load an AIM-120 and an AIM-9 onto their F-22 Raptor the fastest and with the fewest errors. The team pictured won the quarterly competition.

980228-F-7910D-001. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH 1998 Base: Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base State: Al Ahmadi Country: Kuwait (KWT) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

A U.S. Marine Corps recruit with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, is given a haircut during receiving at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Jan. 8, 2024. During the receiving process, recruits are checked for contraband, given a haircut, make a phone call home, and issued gear.

U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Landon Powell from Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, gets his haircut at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Nov. 15, 2022. Recruits receive haircuts weekly to ensure uniformity. Powell was recruited out of Recruiting Station Salt Lake City, Utah.

U.S. Army Soldiers Assigned to the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division, U.S. Army, conduct flexibility exercises with the Holistic Health and Fitness enterprise as part of the eXportable Combat Training Capability (XCTC) exercise on July 25, 2022 at Ft. Drum, N.Y. More than 2,500 Soldiers are participating in the training event, which enables brigade combat teams to achieve the trained platoon readiness necessary to deploy, fight, and win.

U.S. Navy Operations Specialist 2nd Class Branik Bethke, assigned to Joint Task Force Civil Support (JTF-CS), monitors exercise messaging in the JTF-CS Joint Operations Center during exercise Sudden Response and the Defense Coordinating Element (DCE) certification exercise at Fort Eustis, Virginia, Feb. 4, 2024. JTF-CS provides mission command of the Defense CBRN Response Force (DCRF). Sudden Response and the DCE certification exercise are linked by scenario and execution to ensure a unified team is prepared to respond to catastrophic incidents in the United States. This collaboration sets a new standard in multi-echelon federal disaster-response training. These exercises unify and help train JTF-CS and DCRF units to execute their mission with no-notice in the United States and its territories. Navy

A U.S. Secret Service Uniformed Division Officer inspects the landing zone in preparation for the arrival of the 46th President of the United States to arrive for the 77th United Nations General Assembly in New York City, New York, Sept. 20, 2022.

Air National Guard Staff Sgt. Jesus Rosales, air transportation specialist with the 161st Air Refueling Wing in Phoenix, Arizona directs a forklift operator during the download of food pallets at Cyril E. King Airport in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands Sept. 15, 2017. 161st ARW personnel joined Airmen assigned to the 133rd Airlift Wing in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and 146th Airlift Wing in Camarillo, California to manage air operations at the storm damaged airport in St. Thomas in the wake of Hurricane Irma.

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- Basic cadets from the class of 2026 arrive at the U.S. Air Force Academy for in-processing (I-Day), on June 23, 2022, in Colorado Springs, Colo. I-Day marks the start of their journey of becoming a commissioned officer in the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.

040430-F-1789V-001. Base: Lajes Field State: Azores Country: Portugal (PRT)

221015-N-IL330-1085 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 15, 2022) - U.S. Marine Corps. Lance Cpl. Tanner Weir, from Coulterville, Illinois, participates in the bench press challenge during the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Savage Games aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Oct. 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

A Japanese Security Guard with Provost Marshals Office, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Installations Pacific, sprays oleoresin capsicum at a target during an OC spray response training on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Sep. 16, 2022. During the Marine-led training, JSGs navigated through an obstacle course while experiencing the effects of OC spray, also known as pepper spray. The training consists of tactics to subdue and arrest a subject and ensures law enforcement personnel understand the effects of the spray.

Boston (April. 21, 2022) Airman Austin Jean, a New Braunfel, Texas native, takes a photo in front of USS Constitution. USS Constitution, is the worlds oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. During normal operations, the active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year as they support the ships mission of promoting the Navys history and maritime heritage and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence. USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponents. The ship earned the nickname of Old Ironsides during the war of 1812 when British cannonballs were seen bouncing off the ships wooden hull.

U.S. Army squads under FORSCOM (Forces Command) compete for the title of Best Squad during a head-to-head competition at the FORSCOM Best Squad Competition 2022 at Fort Hood, Texas, Aug. 14, 2022. Pfc. Harrison Riccolo, representing the JRTC squad, practices for the MOPP, or Mission Oriented Protective Posture, section of the competition by applying the different levels of MOPP gear. The Best Squad Competition reinforces fundamental Soldier skills and squad level tactics.

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 15th Airlift Squadron test radio capabilities during an Air Force Force Generation certification event at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Dec. 5th 2022. This joint certification event focused on honing the agile combat employment concepts needed to win the future fight.

A pararescue jumper from the California Air National Guards 129th Rescue Wing takes a cell phone photo for Las Vegas resident Anthony Porcello who sits in one of the wings search and rescue tactical vehicles, Aug. 28, 2022, during the Silicon Valley Pride Parade in San Jose, California. The event is California Military Departments fourth Pride parade in 2022 and gives service members an opportunity to march in the communities they serve while also promoting diversity and inclusion.

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 305th Aerial Port Squadron perform ceremonial courtesies during the opening ceremony for the Memorial Port Dawg run on May 19, 2022, at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J. The annual Port Dawg Memorial run is completed anytime during May to honor air transportation specialists in the Active Air Force Air Guard and Air Force Reserve who have died in the previous year due to combat, wrongdoing or suicide. The run started in 2013 at Kadena Air Force Base, Japan to honor an air transportation specialist who was a victim of homicide.

A U.S. Air Force crew chief assigned to the 15th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, marshals a C-130J Super Hercules from Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas on the flightline at Wheeler Army Airfield, Hawaii, in support of the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center exercise 23-01, Nov. 4, 2022. 15th AMXS Airmen demonstrated their ability to receive aircraft as well as prepare aircraft for take off in environments they were unaccustomed to working in. JPMRC 23-01 is a regional combat training center rotation that builds combat readiness and continues to support a free and open Indo-Pacific.

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform a series of high show demonstrations during the Great Texas Airshow April 22 - 24, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. Along with this year marking the Air Forces 75th anniversary, Joint Base San Antonio was celebrating the 80th birthday of Air Education and Training Command.

Military and diplomatic leaders from various participating nations participate in a Tactical Combat Casuality Course during Cutlass Express 2024 Camp Doraleh, Djibouti Feb 27, 2024. Exercises like Cutlass Express foster trust between participating nations by promoting mutual understanding and cooperation. Exercise Cutlass Express (CE) is one of three African regional "Express" series exercises sponsored by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and facilitated by U.S. Naval Forces Africa/U.S. Sixth Fleet (NAVAF/SIXTHFLT). Air National Guard

2220815-N-UI066-2042 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 15, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic (Safety Equipment) 2nd Class Ciprino Mesias, from Flagstaff, Arizona, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86 conducts routine maintenance on an F/A-18E Super Hornet aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77), Aug. 15, 2022. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable warfighting capability as the flagship of a carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of CSG-10 and George H.W.Bush CSG. The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA)143, VFA-103,

030728-M-9124R-053. Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SASEBO, Japan (May 17, 2022) Seaman Matthew Suarez, from West Effort, N.J., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), performs a baton strike during an Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Level 1 training course. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 11, 2022) Yeoman 2nd Class Caleb Ell, from Boise, Idaho, edits command directives aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

NORTH PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 12 2022) Lt. j.g. Bogdan Shcherbyna, from Boston, coordinates engagements during an exercise in the combat information center (CIC) aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65), Oct. 12. USS Benfold (DDG 65), USNS Dahl (T-AKR-312), and USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE-2) are participating in joint bilateral integration with III MEF and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) in support of Resolute Dragon 2022. Exercises like this one reassure our allies and partners of the U.S. commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen Jarren Sheppard, a boom operator assigned to the 50th Air Refueling Squadron poses for a photo after participating in a 9/11 memorial ruck at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 9, 2022. During the event, Sheppard rucked 9.11 miles to honor the victims of the 9/11 attacks. Sheppard emphasized the importance of paying tribute to the innocent American lives that were lost, continue to recognize why we served in Afghanistan and know that every servicemember who gave the ultimate sacrifice, will not be forgotten.

US Coast Guard SEAMAN Jon Kinstrey stands by as the Coast Guard cutter NAUSHON (not shown) prepares to dock after being escorted by two US Navy patrol boats and two Canadian Navy patrol boats while sailing through the Tongass Narrows in Ketchikan, Alaska, during Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001. Northern Edge is Alaska's premier joint training exercise. The exercise is conducted in the state of Alaska with military forces from all over North America and it lasts for two weeks. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN EDGE 2001 Base: Ketchikan State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA)

BALTIC SEA (Oct. 18, 2022) Ensign Benjamin Leaman uses a sextant to calculate latitude on the bridgewing of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) during a replenishment-at-sea with fleet replenishment oiler USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195), Oct. 18, 2022. Roosevelt is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

Sergio Matias Chontal-Harter participates in a simulated Army Combat Fitness Test with Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger on Feb. 12, 2024, at Fort McCoy, Wis. Matias, 6, interviewed Messenger as part of a school social studies project. Matias is the son of a Fort McCoy employee, and he also experienced what it's like to participate in the Army Combat Fitness Test and how to participate in retreat at the end of the duty day. Army

Soldiers from 2-158th Assault Helicopter Battalion partnered with the University Place Veteran's Plaza committee to return to the work site and continue to donate time and labor to see the project nearer to completion.

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Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electric) 2nd Class Brody Van Winkle, center, and Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Mechanical) 1st Class Benjamin Cradduck, both assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), check a fuel sample prior to a helicopter in-flight refueling during flight operations as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 12, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict free Atlantic region.

221202-N-TC338-1004INDIAN OCEAN (Dec. 2, 2022) Retail Services Specialist 3rd Class Jacob Mones, from Waipahu, Hawaii, gives Information Systems Technician Seaman Michael Combs, from Claremore, Oklahoma, a haircut in the barber shop of the expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4), Dec. 2, 2022. Hershel "Woody" Williams is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

U.S. Coast Guard DV2 James Allen, a Coast Guard diver assigned to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), left, speaks to ND2 Danny Pellegrino, a Navy diver assigned to DPAA, during an underwater recovery mission in Wewak, Papua New Guinea on Sept. 09, 2022. DPAA personnel arrived to conduct an underwater excavation operation in an effort to find a U.S. aircraft crew lost over Papua New Guinea during World War II. DPAA's mission is to achieve the fullest possible accounting for missing and unaccounted-for U.S. personnel to their families and the nation.

DF-ST-87-10560. Subject Operation/Series: COPE NORTH Base: Nyutabaru Air Base State: Kyashu Country: Japan (JPN)

030320-F-3208M-093. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Country: Unknown Scene Major Command Shown: CENTAF

New recruits with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, arrive in droves for their first night on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C. Dec. 12, 2022. The recruits undergo hours of in-processing procedures and gear issue, and males receive their first haircut to fully indoctrinate them into the process of becoming a United States Marine.

Philippine Sea (Aug. 14, 2022) Sailors play bingo during a Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) event in the mess decks aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) in the Philippine Sea on Aug. 14, 2022. Chancellorsville is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific and is assigned to Commander, Task Force 70, a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of its allies and partners in the region.

U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Jonathan Crane, Commander of the 25th Infantry Division Band, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, leads the band in the annual Independence Day concert on Oahu, Hawaii, July 2, 2022. The band performed various patriotic and popular songs for the crowd.

Colonel Andrew Q. Jordan, Fort Campbell garrison commander, presents members of folk-rock band Stolen Silver with a Commanders Certificate July 4 at the Division Parade Field following their performance for a crowd of Soldiers, Families and civilians.

U.S. Army National Guard Sgt. Kolton Brown of the 67th Army Band poses for photos at public affairs studio in Cheyenne, Wyo., July 27, 2022.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 13, 2022) Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Ramiro Saldivar, from Houston, stows stock material in the storage room aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) in the Philippine Sea on Sept. 13, 2022. Chancellorsville is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific and is assigned to Commander, Task Force 70, a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of its allies and partners in the region.

Despite the rain, hundreds of riders participated in the annual Peacekeepers Ride, which supports causes for service members and law enforcement officers. The annual Peacekeepers ride starts at the Illinois National Guard headquarters on Camp Lincoln in Springfield. This year the ride, held on July 17, honored Illinois Army National Guard Col. (ret.) James Smith and Sangamon County Sheriff Department Sgt. Jason Boesdorfer, both of whom died in May. Smith served in the Illinois Army National Guard for 31 years retiring as the ILARNG Chief of Staff in 2008. He then went on to serve as the Illinois Department of Military Affairs Chief of Staff from 2008 until his death on May 11, 2022.

Sgt. Mitchell Severson, with the Minnesota National Guards 55th Civil Support Team, attends a training briefing near Como Regional Park in St. Paul, Minnesota, September 22, 2022. The unit participated in an exercise with several interagency partners including St. Paul Fire Departments Hazardous Material Response Teams. (Minnesota National Guard Photo by Staff Sgt. Mahsima Alkamooneh)

modern warfare soldier in urban environment battlefield aiming on weapons and scanning for target

U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class Griffin Nosenzo, an explosive ordnance disposal technician assigned to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), conducts research as part of an underwater recovery mission in Wewak, Papua New Guinea on Sept. 21, 2022. DPAA personnel conducted an underwater excavation operation in an effort to find a U.S. aircraft crew lost over Papua New Guinea during World War II. DPAA's mission is to achieve the fullest possible accounting for missing and unaccounted-for U.S. personnel to their families and our nation.

U.S. Air Force Chief, Internal Medicine Colonel Len Profenna, USAFSAM, talks with a family member of a patient being screened at the University of Miami medical tents at the Toussaint Louverture International Airport, Port-au-Prince, Haiti on January 25, 2010 during Operation Unified Response. The Doctors are screening 27 patients to be medically evacuated out on a C-17 to Miami International Airport, Fort Lauderdale, FL. Department of Defense assets have been deployed to assist in the Haiti relief effort following a magnitude 7 earthquake that hit the city on January 12, 2010.

221115-N-VJ326-2011 PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 15, 2022) - Intelligence Specialist 3rd Class Ian Hager, from Scottsdale, Arizona, left, and Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Sypert, from Fairhope, Alabama, participate in an antiterrorism force protection (ATFP) drill aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Nov. 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

221011-N-LK647-0487 ATLANTIC OCEANHospital Corpsman 2nd Class Kaleb Smithers, assigned to the stretcher-bearer team aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), instructs the ship’s stretcher-bearer team while Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 11, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navy’s commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

MIKE MCCOY and SCOTT WAUGH in ACT OF VALOR (2012), directed by MIKE MCCOY and SCOTT WAUGH.

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jacqueline Risley, a Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) explosive ordnance disposal technician,sweeps for metalduring a DPAA recovery mission in England, April 11, 2022. Prior to any excavation efforts, EOD members sweep the area for metal hits in order to ensure the safety of the team. DPAAs mission is to achieve the fullest possible accounting for missing and unaccounted-for U.S. personnel to their families and our nation.

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany - U.S. Air Force Airman Senior Airman Josef Segura, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron Locksmith inspects the fitment of lock pins at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 17, 2022. Lock pins engage with the teeth on a key to unlock doors.

Gunman in car holding gun with silencer

U.S. Marines attend a historical tour at Yeongcheon Battle Memorial Park, Republic of Korea, Feb. 4, 2024. During the tour, Marines were able to expand their knowledge on the history of the Republic of Korea and participated in interactive activities prior to the start of Korea Viper 24.1. In its first iteration, Korea Viper demonstrates the ROK-US Marine Corps ability to respond decisively in the region as a singular, unified force while strengthening relationships and trust between the two allies. The Marines are with 2d Battalion, 7th Marines. 2/7 is forward deployed in the Indo-Pacific under 4th Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division as part of the Unit Deployment Program. Marine Corps

220904-N-XN177-1063 SINGAPORE (Sept. 4, 2022) - Retail Services Specialist 2nd Class Richel Unadia, from San Diego, sorts mail in the hangar bay aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Sept. 4, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

221202-N-XX566-1045PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 2, 2022) - U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Jose Maria Garcia waves goodbye to friends and family after getting underway aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Chung Hoon (DDG 93). Chung-Hoon, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is currently underway conducting routine operations.

FRA - POLITICS - MOUNIR MAHJOUBI AND FLORENCE PARLY VISIT MANAGEMENT GENERAL ARMAMENT. On Monday, October 2nd, Mounir Mahjoubi, Secretary of State for Digital, and Florence Parly, Minister of Armed Forces, visit the Directorate General of Armaments - Information Management (DGA - MI) in Bruz.FRA - POLITIQUE - MOUNIR MAHJOUBI ET FLORENCE PARLY VISITENT LA DIRECTION GENERALE DE L'ARMEMENT. Le Lundi 2 Octobre, Mounir Mahjoubi, Secrétaire d'Etat chargé du Numérique, et Florence Parly, Ministre des Armées, visitent la Direction Générale de l'Armement - Maîtrise de lInformation ( DGA - MI ) à Bruz en Ille-et-vilaine.

NAVAL AIR STATION NORTH ISLAND, Calif. (May 4, 2022) - Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chelsea Milburn works the red carpet for the advance premiere of Top Gun: Maverick on Naval Air Station North Island (NASNI), May 4. Top Gun: Maverick, set to release worldwide on May 27, features U.S. Naval aviators and was shot on multiple ships and facilities including NASNI, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71).

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