Air Force Operations and Maintenance

Visuals of pilots and maintenance crews preparing aircraft for missions, highlighting teamwork and technical precision within aerial military operations.

Kadena Air Base, Japan - Pilot prepares to taxi out for a mission in a F-15 Eagle.

Talavera la Real (Badajoz), 05/19/2021. Air Force Base, 23rd Wing. This base, which serves as advanced training for fighter and combat pilots, serves as headquarters for the North American-made PREDATOR B unmanned aircraft for surveillance and intelligence missions. Lieutenant Colonel Terrados, head of the 233 RPAS drone division. Photo: Guillermo Navarro. ARCHDC.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Emily Galvan, an aircraft communications systems technician with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, collects debris on the runway during a foreign object debris (FOD) walk at Anderson Air Force Base, Guam, Jan. 25, 2023. VMFA-312 traveled from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam to conduct joint-level training as a part of the Aviation Training Relocation Program and enhance the squadrons readiness and combat capabilities.

011030-F-2423H-002. Base: Barksdale Air Force Base State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Jared Stone, Commanding Officer, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, Arizona, speaks to participants of the Bull of The Dessert Strongman Competition at the installation, Feb. 17, 2024. In an effort to strengthen relations with the local Yuma community, MCAS Yuma held the 7th annual Bull of The Dessert Strongman Competition. (Marine Corps

Portrait of a female Marine First Lieutenant, who has served two tours in Iraq flying a Cobra attack helicopter.

At a base in Southeast Asia a crew chief fills out the aircraft forms of F-16 Falcon assigned to 401st Tactical Fighter Wing, Torrejon Air Base, Spain. In the background munitions loading crews put a MK-20 Rockeye anti-armor bomb on the inboard station, an AIM-9 Sidewinder missile is on the outboard station of the F-16 during Operation DESERT STORM. Exact Date Shot Unknown. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Unknown

San Pedro, Calif. (May 29, 2022) - Army Chief Warrant Officer Adam Connaughton, from Independence, Calif., assigned to the 2916 Aviation Battalion, shows Sebastian Medina (center) his friend Joseph Park, and his father the cockpit of a UH-60L Blackhawk helicopter as part of a Make-A-Wish visit during (LAFW) in San Pedro, Calif., May 29, 2022. LAFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class David Negron)

Office of the Deputy Secretary - DEPUTY SECRETARY THEODORE KASSINGER FARNBOROUGH AIR SHOW

011102-F-3408B-017. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Country: Unknown

An educator with 1st Marine Corps District tours the Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 224s, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing hangar during an Educators Workshop at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Feb. 7, 2024. The Educators Workshop is designed to inform school staff about the commitment and benefits of service in the U.S. Marine Corps. Marine Corps

Thomas Nilsen takes photos of U.S. Marines prior to a UH-1Y Venom helicopter flight at a media day on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Apr. 21, 2022. Nilsen is a journalist with Independent Barents Observer; the helicopter and U.S. Marines that supported the event are assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2d Marine Aircraft Wing. II Marine Expeditionary Force hosted a media day for members of Norwegian media to observe and report on the capabilities of the MEF after Exercise Cold Response 2022 was completed.

011011-F-9631D-006. Subject Operation/Series: DEEP FREEZE 2001-2002. Base: Christchurch State: Canterbury Country: New Zealand (NZL)

Members of the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) F-16 Demonstration Team march towards an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2022. The PACAF F-16 Demo Team demonstrates the U.S. Air Force's capabilities and their commitment to preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Pilots participating in the Royal International Air Tattoo pose for a photo at Royal Air Force Fairford, England, July 17, 2022. RIAT provides an opportunity for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Air Forces in Europe to strengthen relationships and display interoperability with partner nations from around the globe.

230628-N-LK647-1266 KOPER, Slovenia (June 28, 2023) Lt. (j.g.) Zachary Catz, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), stands watch on the bridge as the ship departs Koper, Slovenia, June 28, 2023. Normandy is part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group and is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

020501-F-0981H-083. Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN EDGE 2002 Base: Port Of Valdez State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA)

For his last career flight, Brigadier General Steve Ritchie, a Vietnam era Air Force Ace, will perform a modified aerial demonstration in an AT-38 Talon before retiring in a ceremony at Hangar 4 at Randolph Air Force Base. Base: Randolph Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

040227-F-9232S-060. Base: Selfridge Air Natl Guard Base State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 127th Wing

U.S Air Force Capt. Garrett Mazachek, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules pilot, right and Wing Commander Saard Pongsajaroennon, 601st Royal Thai Air Force squadron commander, converse with other pilots outside of a Thai C-130H Hercules at U-Tapao Royal Thai Navy Airfield, Thailand, March 31, 2022. Opportunities such as these enhance the interoperability of the U.S.-Thailand partnership by way of sharing tactics and techniques.

220810-N-TL932-2013 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 10, 2022) Senior Chief Logistics Specialist Tiffany McMahon, a native of Winchester, Va., establishes communication with Damage Control Central in the hangar bay of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Aug. 10. Vinson is currently pierside in its homeport of San Diego.

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Jordan Walls, an aviation electronics technician, prepares Jennifer Macziewski, Rapid City, South Dakota teacher of the year, for an incentive flight in a U.S. Navy Blue Angels, F/A-18 Super Hornet at Ellsworth Air Force Base, May 13, 2022. Macziewski was selected as the key influencer to fly with Blue Angels pilot and narrator, U.S. Navy Lt. Griffin Stangel as part of Ellsworth's Air and Space Show, Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota.

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Gregory Show, 85th Flying Training Squadron commander, left, and retired Col. Dale Ullrich, previous 85th FTS commander, right, walk towards a T-6 Texan II on the flightline at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, on Sept. 2, 2022. The 85th FTS celebrated its 50th anniversary at Laughlin by showcasing the modern pilot training experience to previous members and commanders.

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, performed for the KC Air Show in Gardner, Kansas, Sept. 3, 2022. The Thunderbirds are slated to perform nearly 70 shows this year across more than 30 showsites around the world.

Philippine Air Force Col. Joel Inacay, left, 15th Strike Wing deputy commander, poses for a photo with U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kristian Reyes, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, during a tour of Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 7, 2023. Inacay used this tour as an opportunity to highlight and connect with Airmen, strengthening the interoperability and familiarity between U.S. and Philippine forces.

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, perform during the Frontiers in Flight Open House and Air Show at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Sept. 24, 2022. The Thunderbirds were the headline performance for McConnells first air show in four years.

Members from the Utah Air National Guards 151st Wing and Air Force Reserves 419th Fighter Wing prepare to unload an AIM 120 missile coffin from a KC-135R at Hill Air Force Base Feb. 4, 2024 as part of Exercise PERSES. Exercise PERSES is a dynamic exercise serving as a platform for exploring innovative ideas and refining communication practices in a challenging operational environment for both Utah Air and Army National Guard. Air Force

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Kathleen M. Haggard, tactical air command center (TACC) company commander, provides updates on Exercise Summer Fury to Maj. Gen. Bradford J. Gering, commanding general of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, August 3, 2022. The TACC Company enables wing-level forward deployed aviation command and control and battlespace management across all functions of Marine aviation. Summer Fury 22 is designed to enhance Marine-Air-Ground Task Force integration and increase aviation operations proficiency with realistic, relevant training to ensure the Marine Corps largest aircraft wing remains operationally excellent, interoperable, deployable on short notice and lethal when called into action.

Chief of Naval Operations ADM Mike Gilday speaks with NAVFAC personnel about the Hangar 6 and 8 projects during his visit to Naval Air Station Lemoore in California on Sept. 12, 2022.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Connor Berg, assigned to the 75th Fighter Generations Squadron waits for an A-10C Thunderbolt II to park during exercise Agile Flag 22-2 at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, July 23, 2022. Agile Flag 22-2 is Air Combat Commands first lead-wing certification event designed to demonstrate the 23rd Wings capability to generate combat air power while continuing to move, maneuver, and sustain the Wing and subordinate force elements in a dynamic and contested environment.

NASA test pilots Jim Clue” Less and Wayne Ringo” Ringelberg step to the F/A-18 research aircraft at Ellington Field and conduct pre-flight safety checks on the aircraft prior to a supersonic research flight for the QSF18 series.

Expedition 35 NASA Flight Engineer Tom Marshburn is helped off a Russian Search and Rescue helicopter at Karaganda Airport in Kazakhstan following his landing in the Soyuz TMA-07M spacecraft in a remote area near the town of Zhezkazgan, Kazakhstan, Tuesday, May 14, 2013. Marshburn, Expedition 35 Commander Chris Hadfield of the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) and Russian Flight Engineer Roman Romanenko of the Russian Federal Space Agency (Roscosmos) returned to earth from more than five months onboard the International Space Station where they served as members of the Expedition 34 and 35 crews.

To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the United States Air Force, a historic P-51 Mustang from 1941 flew in formation with F-16s from the 149th Fighter Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Sept. 10, 2022. This WWII era plane was flown by James Bohanon, a civilian pilot, who has more than 210 hours of flying time with the plane. (Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Katie Schultz)

000308-F-5772H-512. Subject Operation/Series: ATLAS RESPONSE Base: Hoedspruit Air Force Base Country: South Africa (ZAF)

17th Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. John Jumper and retired U.S. Air Force Gen. Lori Robinson, reminisce in front of an F-35 Lightning II assigned to the 422nd Test and Evaluation Squadron during a flight line tour at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, July 27, 2022. The Air and Space Force Association works to advocate and promote aerospace power to favorably shape policy and resourcing decisions.

Senior Airman Ivy Thomas and Tech. Sgt. James Courtright, 121st Air Refueling Wing public affairs specialists, prepare to shoot video on the flightline Nov. 5, 2022, at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base, Ohio. They were getting ready to shoot a rapid aircraft generation exercise.

040921-F-2621S-003. Base: Toledo Express Airport (ANG) State: Ohio (OH) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Senior Airman Bubacarr Sisawo, 509th Operations Support Squadron airfield management apprentice, photographs damage on a runway at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Feb. 13, 2024. Airfield Management maintains safe, secure, and efficient airfield environments to ensure aircraft can take off or land with a moments notice. Air Force

220421-N-SS350-1011 SAN DIEGO (April 21, 2022) Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician Epifanio Silva, from Fresno, Calif., secures his parachute at Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, prior to conducting a training jump run by Explosive Ordnance Disposal Training and Evaluation Unit (EODTEU) 1, April 21, 2022. EODTEU-1 develops and provides realistic training to Navy EOD, and mobile diving and salvage forces to prepare them to support the fleet and joint force in accomplishing national objectives.

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Bryan Lee, a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot assigned to the 63rd Air Refueling Squadron, poses for a portrait on the flight line at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 1, 2023. Lee was a part of an all-African American aircrew who commemorated Black History Month during an air refueling mission. As a former enlisted boom operator, Lee expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to conduct the flight with his team.

Commander Dan Taylor - Rescue - 26-HK-281-121. Hurricane Katrina

030807-F-8970C-005. Base: Hickam Air Force Base State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

061025-N-5060B-100. Base: Naval Station, Jacksonville State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A spectator salutes while in a F-18 simulator during the 2022 Thunder Over Dover Airshow, May 22, 2022, at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. The event was the first airshow and open house held at Dover AFB since September 2019.

U.S. Air Force Col. Adam Bingham, 6th Air Refueling Wing commander, discusses air refueling procedures with a boom operator over northern Florida, Sept. 13, 2022. Bingham recently took command of the 6th ARW after previously serving as commander of the 47th Operations Group at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas.

Visiting astronaut Hazzaa Ali Almansoori of the United Arab Emirates arrives at the Karaganda Airport in Kazakhstan after he and Expedition 60 crewmembers Nick Hague of NASA and Alexey Ovchinin of Roscosmos landed in their Soyuz MS-12 spacecraft in a remote area near the town of Zhezkazgan, Kazakhstan on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019. Hague and Ovchinin are returning after 203 days in space where they served as members of the Expedition 59 and 60 crews onboard the International Space Station. Almansoori logged 8 days in space during his first flight as an astronaut.

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, help an educator suit up in an explosive ordnance disposal bomb suit during an educators workshop on MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California, June 9, 2022. The workshop is designed to inform high school educators about the benefits and opportunities available in the Marine Corps, so they may provide knowledge to their students interested in the military.

970324-F-2828D-006. Subject Operation/Series: PHOENIX GAUNTLET Base: Libreville Country: Gabon (GAB)

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Johnson, a pilot assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Wing, conducts preflight checks in preparation for BALTOPS 22 at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, June 14, 2022. BALTOPS 22 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen the combined response capability critical to preserving the freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea.

970419-F-6217S-001. Subject Operation/Series: ROVING SANDS Base: Kirtland Air Force Base State: New Mexico (NM) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Greg Bowlin, a Northrop Grumman E-2 Advanced Hawkeye crew member assigned to Carrier Air Wing 5, and Anderson, Indiana native, carries his son after returning to Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, August 17, 2022. The air wing's return marked the completion of their most recent deployment aboard the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76), where they provided airpower to protect U.S. forces and allies as they flew missions in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Steven Engelhardt, Plane Captain from Marine Operational Test & Evaluation Squadron One, participates in Black Flag 22-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Sept. 21, 2022. This Black Flag assessed interoperability of near-future capabilities across three domains and services with a focus on tactical data link and consolidated F-35 cross service maintenance and logistics.

040805-F-6701P-012. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Eric McEwen, a crew chief from the 20th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., conducts pre-flight check on a 79th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon for a training mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., during exercise Green Flag West 11-6, April 20, 2011. Green Flag West replicates irregular warfare conditions currently found in Southwest Asia. Aircrews, work closely with Air Force joint terminal attack controllers. Pilots train for a missions such as close air support, and aerial reconnaissance.

Mariusz Błaszczak, Polands Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of National Defence visited Łask Air Base for Polands Armed Forces Day and met with Lt. Col. Kendall, 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron commander and Lt. Col. Sean Murphy, Detachment 1 commander to discuss the U.S.s presence in Poland. The U.S. and Poland share a steadfast commitment to securing NATOs Eastern Flank.

MISAWA, Japan (May 13, 2022) - From left to right, Col. Jesse Friedel, Commander of 35th Fighter Wing, Maj. Gen. Takahiro Kubota, 3rd Air Wing and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Misawa Air Base commander, and Capt. Paul A. Hockran, commanding officer of Naval Air Facility (NAF) Misawa, stand together during an "Elephant Walk" at Misawa Air Base. The Elephant Walk showcased Misawa Air Base's collective readiness and ability to generate combat airpower at a moment's notice to ensure regional stability throughout the Indo-Pacific.NAF Misawa provides aviation and ground logistics support and services to all permanent and transient U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps forces in Northern Japan.

000512-F-1349H-014. Base: March Air Reserve Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 452 AIR WING

OAKLAND, California (Oct. 07, 2022) Aviation Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Sean Donoghue, assigned to the Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, escorts Monica Barbaro, Top Gun: Maverick actress, across the flightline. The Blue Angels perform flight demonstrations at 32 locations across the country to showcase the teamwork and professionalism of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps to the American public.

050421-A-5886W-010. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Al Sha'Ad Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: USACE

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, perform for the Fairchild Skyfest Air Show at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, May 15, 2022. The Thunderbirds represent the pride, precision, and professionalism of nearly 700,000 total force American Airmen around the globe.

jsc2020e041210 (Sept. 17, 2020) --- NASA astronaut Kayla Barron participates in T-38 preflight training at Ellington Field in Houston, Texas.

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, perform at the Frontiers in Flight Open House and Air Show on McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Sept. 24, 2022. The Thunderbirds represent the pride, precision and professionalism of 695,000 total force American Airmen across the globe.

220905-N-SH953-1125Virginia Beach, Va. (Sept. 5, 2022) - The Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11 returned home to Naval Air Station Ocean, September 5. VFA-11, part of Carrier Air Wing 1, embarked on USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), returns to Naval Station Norfolk after 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 Lt. Col. Jeffrey Furnary, 36th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron director of operations, communicates by radio with C-130 pilots at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Dec. 10, 2022, during Operation Christmas Drop 2022. Eight C-130 aircraft from the U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, Republic of Korea Air Force and Royal New Zealand Air Force delivered 209 bundles weighing a total of more than 71,000 pounds as part of Operation Christmas Drop, an event meant to assist remote island communities in the Federated States of Micronesia and Republic of Palau.

Michelle Harrell, 49th Maintenance Group unit program coordinator, poses for a photo in front of an F-16 Viper static display at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, October 27, 2022. Harrells occupation at the 49th MXG is to provide assistance to Airmen dealing with in-processing, extensions, reenlistments and retirements.

Ground Crew Directs an F-16

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers members observe F/A-18 Super Hornets, assigned to Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia, preflight operations during a tour of the installation for Checkered Flag 22-2 at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, May 12, 2022. Checkered Flag is a large-force aerial exercise held at Tyndall which fosters readiness and interoperability through the incorporation of 4th- and 5th-generation aircraft during air-to-air combat training. The 22-2 iteration of the exercise was held May 9-20, 2022.

(October 10, 2022) Individuals explore aircrafts and take pictures during a tour aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), as part of San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW), on Port of San Francisco, California, Oct. 10, 2022. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service effects, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

U.S. Navy Lt. Griffin Stangel, Blue Angels pilot and narrator, shakes the hand of Megan Phaneuf, assistant news director at KNBN - NewsCenter1 in Rapid City, South Dakota, after her incentive flight on U.S. Navy Blue Angels, F/A-18 Super Hornet #7. Phaneuf was selected for the flight as part of a media incentive flight during Ellsworth's Air and Space Show, Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota.

220521-N-CR843-0064TOKYO (May 21, 2022) Naval Aircrewman (Operator) 3rd Class Johnathan Welch, assigned to the Fighting Tigers of Patrol Squadron (VP) 8, poses for a photo with a Friendship Festival 2022 attendee during a static display tour of a P-8A Poseidon aircraft at Yokota Air Base, May 21. The two-day festival was an opportunity for visitors to learn more about the U.S. and Japan bilateral partnership, while strengthening the bonds between the military and local communities. VP-8 was able to attend the event with the support of Commander Task Force 72 and Yokota Air Base.

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jeremy Stover, center, 420th Air Base Squadron and 420th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron commander, participates in the Concours d'Elegance Awards judging of static display participants during the Royal International Air Tattoo at Royal Air Force Fairford, England, July 15, 2022. RIAT allowed the U.S. Air Force to demonstrate its strong forward presence in Europe as well as reinforce NATO and other European ally partnerships. The event, which showcased aircraft from across the globe celebrated aviations past and present while inspiring the next generation.

A beautiful blonde model poses with a vintage WWII aircraft

Darryl "DL" Cunningham is interviewed by local television station KENS TV to find out how he liked his "Pilot for a Day" at the 560th Flying Training Squadron's Life Support Section. "Pilot for a Day" program was started in December 1994 by CAPT. Rory "Ox" Blackburn and focuses on children who have illnesses that have taken over their lives. The program invites children of all ages, military or civilian, to be a guest of 560th Flying Training Squadron for an entire day. Base: Randolph Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

MCGHEE TYSON AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Tenn. John Hall, Cumberland County High School aviation teacher, received an influencer flight with the Navys Blue Angels here Sept. 7. Hall was chosen based on his outreach and influence on the youth of Cumberland County. (Air National Guard photo by: Staff Sgt. Melissa Dearstone)

Dylan Code, Lead Riding Instructor, gives a riding class during the California Superbike School Advanced Rider Track Day event on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Sept. 15, 2022. The Advanced Rider Track Day event allowed riders to develop or refine motorcycle handling skills by pushing both the rider and motorcycle to physical and mechanical limits not possible under current on base training conditions.

Hawaii Air National Guard Key Ohana Spouse, Lucy M. Morris, is named the Air National Guard's recipient of the 2021 Joan Orr Spouse Award May 14, 2022, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Lucy is the spouse of Maj. Morris, 199th Fighter Squadron.

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" train in Edwards Air Force Base, California, Jan. 22 - Feb. 5, 2024. This marked the third annual Thunderbirds winter training trip, which allows the team to rehearse the show prior to kickstarting the season in March. Air Force

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