Intelligence and Command Centers

Modern military operations taking place in high-tech command centers, featuring personnel monitoring real-time data and coordinating missions.

Army colleagues looking at screens in command center housing operational missile defense system designed to intercept ballistic rockets. Experts using tracking gear and radar systems, camera A

Military man answers phone call in a mission control center, working with advanced technology and satellite imagery to track potential threats and monitor real time data. Intelligence activities.

Military operator transmitting gps coordinates of hostile ships to national guard, providing real time data from surveillance CCTV system. Army officer works in power base control center. Camera A.

Team of military specialists overseeing surveillance activity by using a cctv footage and radar, pointing at a big screen and world map. High tech control center base of operations.

Team of military officers in command center look at intel folder files on enemy battle formation. Intelligence corps colleagues read mission case file to collect data on opponents strategy, camera B

Military personnel in a high tech control room gathers intelligence for data integration in crucial defense operations, processing real time surveillance systems. Supporting troops in field missions.

Army colleagues looking at screens in command center housing operational missile defense system designed to intercept ballistic rockets. Experts using tracking gear and radar systems, camera A

Army officer examines satellite radar footage to gather intelligence for a new mission, operating in military headquarters power base with his crew. Federal agency officers in control room. Camera A.

Military soldier in mission command post overseeing national safety operations, talking on phone. African american army expert in telephone call in monitoring room, camera A

Female technical sergeant monitoring air traffic to detect any enemy aircraft, working in federal reconnaissance system to ensure national safety. Woman officer uses big screen and gear. Camera A.

Air force officer and colleague performing tactical level surveillance in command post. Team of military specialists doing brainstorming, using radar equipment to look at assault zones, camera B

Military staff examining a projection on hologram in command center, working on new defense mission plan. Trooper looking at real time CCTV radar information on a holographic visualization.

Government soldier expert managing surveillance operations from cctv radar system, transmitting crucial information for field missions. Specialist gathering intelligence for military command service.

Army specialist working in war room operating surveillance tech, evaluating target data, talking in voice call. Dispatcher keeping in touch with allied troops engaging enemy forces, camera A

Military officer in command post receiving intel folder files on enemy battle formation. Intelligence specialist reading mission case file to collect data on opponents strategy, camera B

Army officer establishing new operating bases through a world map satellite vision, ensure the connectivity to the power base command center. Commander operates CCTV radar footage. Camera A.

General headquarters under ruling of army IT professional that reviews insight about a new national safety mission. Command sergeant major briefing his marine corps troops with big data. Camera A.

Military control room, computer and man with headset, support or tech for communication. Security, surveillance and soldier at help desk in army office at government cyber intelligence command center

Army officer establishing new operating bases through a world map satellite vision, ensure the connectivity to the power base command center. Commander operates CCTV radar footage. Camera B.

Reconnaissance department operator gathering information crucial for a national safety mission, transmitting intelligence to the troops. Telecommunications personnel in command post. Camera A.

High tech military office with soldiers analyzing real time data, processing intelligence information and coordinating strategic operations to support army field missions effectively. Camera A.

(221007-N-UL352-1156) ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 7, 2022) Chief Warrant Officer 3 Demetrius Perry observes visuals transmitted from an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the combat information center aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) during exercise Phantom Scope, Oct. 7. During the exercise, USVs operated in conjunction with crewed ships and naval command centers ashore in Bahrain.

American military intelligence officers in a command center monitoring surveillance information in order to safeguard state secrets. Managing security in an army base of operations. Camera A.

Operatives conducing special operation, doing checkup on rifles and pistols, preparing to attack enemy. African american military units in command post packing guns for assault mission, camera A

Military staff in a high tech command post examine crucial information, gathering real time surveillance footage via cctv satellite system for national security. Protocols to defensive tactics.

Officer doing tasks in military base, planning, analyzing and gathering information on enemy troops. Agent in base of operations doing assessment of enemy vulnerabilities, tracking, camera A

Military staff work in a high tech monitoring room command post, managing cybersecurity operations and surveillance systems. Soldier ensures data protection for national safety. Camera A.

220828-N-UA460-1019 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 28, 2022) - Fire Controlman 2nd Class Dylan Shubin, from Norco, California, mans a console in the combat information center aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) during live-fire missile exercise as part of Pacific Vanguard (PV) 2022 while operating in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 28. PV22 is an exercise with a focus on interoperability and the advanced training and integration of allied maritime forces.

220812-N-VJ326-1069 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 12, 2022) - Air-Traffic Controller 2nd Class Jesse Martinez, from National City, California, reviews the status of aircraft in Amphibious Air Traffic Central Control (AATCC) aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 12, 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.

Soldiers working in governmental facility, doing surveillance with digital radar equipment, operating missile systems. Man monitoring army HQ CCTV for any unauthorized activity, camera A

Military agent working in control room, using isolated screen software on laptop, analyzing aerial reconnaissance data. Intelligence corps expert controlling drones with mockup notebook, camera B

Commander and his crew operating radar systems via CCTV and satellite to detect and track enemy aircraft or missiles. Military officer uses big screen in control center to guarantee safety. Camera B.

Military agent using augmented reality tech in control room, analyzing aerial reconnaissance data. Intelligence corps expert controlling drones attacking strategic targets using AR hologram, camera A

Army telecommunication systems operator providing combat support using gathered information on enemy troops. Military dispatcher managing communications networks in base of operations, camera A

Army personnel applying national safety protocols by verifying all ships anchoring in the coastal ports, using radar surveillance on big screen in military command post. Federal operations. Camera B.

Privates team operates on radar systems to detect and track enemy aircraft or missiles, national safety within their department. Analyze weather conditions to protect planned operations. Camera B.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joaquin Aldape, an F-35B power line mechanic with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (Rein.), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, uses a computer during maintenance of an F-35B Lightning II jet aboard Amphibious Assault Ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), in the Philippine Sea, Sept. 21, 2022. F-35B maintainers, supported by Sailors operating a crane for lifting, regularly perform maintenance to ensure the aircrafts readiness for flight operations. Aldape is a native of Decatur, Texas. 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.

GULF OF OMAN (Sept. 7, 2013) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Farleh Seekie stands watch int the combat information center aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64). Gettysburg is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

Intelligence officers in american military uniforms work on computers in a command post, managing surveillance and data analysis. Support global operations for the US government. Camera B.

Military surveillance officers talking next to a big screen in general headquarters for cyber operations, control and monitoring to manage national security and army communications. Camera A.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 13, 2022) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Daisy Alvarado, from Denver, Colorado, performs radio talker duties during a simulated naval surface fire support drill in the combat information center aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while conducting routine operations in the South China Sea, Oct. 13. Higgins is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

Woman operator works with isolated display and tracking enemy vessels, transmitting gps coordinates to the national guard headquarters. Female soldier operates on CCTV system. Camera A.

EAST CHINA SEA (February 6, 2024) Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Branden Kinkade, left, from Spiro, Oklahoma, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), and Sgt. Olayinka Okemakinde, right, from New York, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), perform maintenance on a diesel hydraulic power supply unit in the hangar bay while conducting routine operations in the East China Sea, February 6. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Navy

Military intelligence specialist uses high tech satellite systems and cctv radar to ensure national protocols, strategic missions for defense operation in command post control tower. Camera B.

In a high tech military office, soldiers team analyze real time data collected by surveillance system. Staff interpret intelligence and coordinate operations to ensure national defense. Camera A.

Team of military experts operates high tech computers and tablet to analyze surveillance data and manage national security operations. Working with CCTV radar satellite imagery. Camera B.

Portrait of army commander in military camouflage uniform supervising his crew, captain overseeing national safety operations in command post. Army officer works at federal agency base.

Military command center with soldier conducting a high security videoconference, coordinating real time intelligence for national defense and surveillance operations. Protect the nation.

Colonel overseeing special operation to gather intelligence in control center with CCTV surveillance information on a big screen. Specialist targeting enemy military power base. Camera B.

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Cristino Garcia, 6th Attack Squadron MQ-9 Reaper student pilot communicates with an instructor pilot during a training flight in a ground control station, Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Oct. 13, 2022. Student pilots at the 6th ATKS utilize these training scenarios to practice hands-on learning and demonstrate their skill proficiency when piloting an MQ-9.

Army general managing air traffic control for military aircraft within the operational area, uses radar surveillance. Follows vessels on navy reconnaissance satellite system, big screen. Camera A.

Operatives conducing special operation, loading pistol, preparing to attack enemy troops. Close up of military unit in command center packing handgun for assault mission, camera B

Military specialist monitors satellite data next to green screen display, working at command post with high tech gear to support army defense operations. Coordinates strategic missions. Camera A.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Henry, 9th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs from a KC-10 Extender over the Atlantic Ocean June 30, 2016. The F-35s traveled to Fairford, England, to support and perform in the Air Combat Command Heritage Flight for the Royal International Air Tattoo.

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 1, 2012) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Jenna Rainbolt charts the ship's position aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson got underway from Naval Air Station North Island to conduct sea trials as the final stage of a six-month planned incremental availability.

Army soldier reviewing information on a hologram projection in control center, creating a battlefield map for the infantry unit deployed. Serviceman monitoring surveillance system.

Call center, man and face with microphone and glasses for information technology, big data or intelligence agency. Cyber security, person and focus for communication, analysis and support to army

Military officer in command post receiving telephone call while looking at intel files. Intelligence specialist reading opponents strategy mission case file and talking on phone, camera A

Luke Reddaway, flight test lead from Lift Aircraft, pilots the Lift Aircrafts Hexa aircraft for a AFWERX Agility Prime project demonstration during Emerald Warrior 22.1 at Hurlburt, Florida, May 3, 2022. Emerald Warrior provides annual, realistic pre-deployment training encompassing multiple joint operating areas. The exercise prepares special operations forces, conventional force enablers, partner nations, and interagency elements, to integrate with and execute full-spectrum special operations in an arctic climate, sharpening U.S. forces abilities to operate around the globe.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (July 14, 2020) Fire Controlman (Aegis) 2nd Class Haley Colesnow, from Mesa, Arizona, stands watch as a missile systems supervisor in the combat information center aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54). Antietam is forward deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

000523-F-2902B-512. Subject Operation/Series: COMBINED ENDEAVOR 2000 Base: Lager Aulenbach State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

US soldiers working in a top secret operation room with copy space on screen, ensuring national safety while studying surveillance imagery from satellite cctv. Control tower. Camera B.

US soldiers in a cyber control center engaging in cybersecurity operations, handles classified information and ensures security of state secrets and government data. Surveillance footage. Camera B.

People, soldier and satellite with tablet in control room for planning, war alert and surveillance footage. Military, digital and monitor feed for threat detection, cyber defense and mission strategy

DATE: 9-11-12LOCATION: Bldg. 5 - SSTF High BaySUBJECT: Expedition 36/37 crew (Yurchikhin, Nyberg and Parmitano) along with Exp. 37/38s Michael Hopkins during EPS Major Case Training.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jack Desmidt, a loadmaster assigned to the 15th Airlift Squadron, stationed at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, listens to loadmaster training during flight in a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III above the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 3, 2022. Airmen assigned to the 437th Airlift Wing conducted off-station training in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibilities to hone global reach and readiness capabilities.

PACIFIC OCEAN (July 30, 2022) Royal Australian Navy Able Seaman Combat Systems Operator Miranda McLaughlin operates the combat system consoles in the Operations Room aboard Royal Australian Navy Canberra-class landing helicopter dock HMAS Canberra (L02) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three 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 world's 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 world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Photo by Royal Australian Navy Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall)

Military specialist handles national safety operations with his crew in a high tech control center, focusing on data protection and surveillance. Soldiers working on intelligence.

Air force officer and coworker talking while performing tactical level surveillance in command post. Teamworking military professionals using radar equipment to look at assault zones, camera A

070121-N-3038W-009. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

Military hacker from Russian army working in governmental control room cracking rival states network systems to spread fake news and hybrid war propaganda. Brainwashing ideology strategy. Camera A.

High tech military man discuss on phone call about crucial information, soldier analyzing real time data and processing intelligence. Support military missions effectively for safety.

Team of army experts in a command post power base monitors satellite footage, collecting real time data and transmitting important details for a n operational success. Help with decision making.

A U.S. Air Force loadmaster assigned to the 374th Operations Support Squadron maintains communication with aircrew during a search and rescue scenario in support of Exercise Pacific Angel at Kuantan Air Base, Malaysia, Aug. 18, 2022. More than 75 Airmen from various Pacific Air Force units conducted subject matter expert exchanges, search and rescue exercises, expeditionary medicine, and other specialty skills and training with the Royal Malaysian Air Force and multinational civilian and military participants.

Military officer using augmented reality tracking tech to gain info helpful against enemies. Army expert using AR hologram to gain intel helping troops, coordinating mission activities, camera B

PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 10, 2022) Sailors monitor sonar from the main sonar room aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) during a joint bilateral anti-submarine exercise, part of Keen Sword in the Philippine Sea, Nov. 10. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad Japan-U.S. alliance.

RED SEA (Sept. 22, 2014) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Timothy Bradow, from Norfolk, stands watch in the combat information center aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51). Arleigh Burke is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

The face of a computer operator from the 2134th Communications Squadron is reflected on the screen of his video display terminal. The operator is working in a transportable shelter during exercise Creek Warrior '88. Exact Date Shot Unknown. Subject Operation/Series: CREEK WARRIOR '88 Base: Sembach Air Base Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

Tech. Sgt. Dylan Richardson, 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-10 Extender boom operator, refuels a F-16 Fighting Falcon over an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 21, 2022. The air refueling capabilities of an Extender provide a critical support function in Operation Inherent Resolve.

Army officer examines reconnaissance system on a world map, targeting enemy aircraft or warships on the national territory. Military personnel tracks status of deployed units. Close up. Camera B.

U.S. Airman 1st Class James, (left) and Technical Sgt. Brandon, 193rd Special Operations Wing, Air Force Special Operations Command, Middletown, Pa., prepare broadcast equipment on a EC-130J during a mission over Haiti on Jan. 30, 2010. The EC-130's are operating out of Puerto Rico in support of Operation Unified Response in Haiti. The EC-130J Commando Solo is a specially-modified four-engine Hercules transport and is broadcasting AM and FM broadcasts in Creole to inform Haitians on various messages such as what to do when encountering a dead body, where to receive aid, and specific other government messages. U.S. Air Force

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Sept. 9, 2022) Sonar Technician (Surface) 3rd Class Chase Wissman, from Tampa, Florida, makes a routine report while standing watch in the sonar control room aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) while conducting routine operations in the South China Sea, Sept. 9. Higgins is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

221105-N-UL352-1088 ARABIAN GULF (Nov. 5, 2022) Lt. j.g. Ethan Eich, assigned to guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), delivers a brief to members of the United Arab Emirates armed forces and the Royal Bahrain Naval Force during exercise Nautical Defender in the Arabian Gulf, Nov. 5. The multilateral training event involved U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, Royal Saudi Navys Eastern Fleet and UKs Royal Navy, with observers from several regional countries.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Levi Reynolds, left, 60th Air Mobility Wing public affairs noncommissioned officer in charge of command information, puts on a virtual reality headset during a phoenix spark industry day at Travis Air Force Base, California, June 17, 2022. The virtual reality headset and system simulated air refueling operations. The event hosted external companies to pitch ideas to the base population through presentations and was designed to bring the latest technology from the private sector and bring it to Team Travis to develop new ways to win the next fight.

U.S. Soldiers with 1st Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team train with M4 carbines on a virtual firing range at Fort Indiantown Gap, Feb. 4, 2023. Known as an Engagement Skills Trainer or EST, the virtual firing range gives Soldiers a simulated environment to sharpen their skills without the logistics, risks and cost of using an actual firing range. The Soldiers zeroed their weapons and walked through a qualification event in preparation for qualification on an actual range later this year.

100114-N-7981E-771CHINHAE, Republic of Korea (Jan. 14, 2011) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Brent Pierre monitors surface contacts from the bridge as the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) gets underway from Chinhae, Republic of Korea. Stockdale is underway with the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group on a deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

Bangladesh Air Force Sgts. Akbar Hosen and Nazmus Sakib secure cargo in the back of a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules after retrieving airdrop and personnel during Cope South 2024, Feb. 22, 2024, at BAF Bangabandhu Cantonment, Bangladesh. CS24 is an opportunity to advance military airlift compatibility between the U.S. and Bangladesh air forces; exchange and enhance airlift, air-land and airdrop delivery techniques specific to U.S. and Bangladesh aircraft; and promote regional peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Air Force

Middle Eastern military dispatcher relays info from army intelligence analysts to troops on front lines, close up. Radio communications operator discussing with colleague using headset mic, camera A

U.S. Marine Maj. David P. Femea, the air officer for 1st Marine Division, works on a computer in the command post as part of Steel Knight 23 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 29, 2022. During the exercise, the division is maintaining a forward command post to practice expedient setup of a division headquarters, enabling command and control from distributed locations. Steel Knight is an annual combined arms live-fire exercise which ensures 1st MARDIV is optimized for naval expeditionary warfare in contested spaces, and is purpose-built to facilitate future operations afloat and ashore.

030320-F-3715H-015. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Incirlik Air Base, Adana Country: Turkey (TUR) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

Army soldier reviews targets on a satellite world map to ensure national protection, works with a big screen in military command room. Private examines battlefield real time data for intelligence.

Stan Woodford, 2nd Audiovisual Squadron engineer in charge, talks to crew members via headset at Union Stadium in Mead, Washington, July 15, 2022. Nineteen U.S. Air Force airmen and civilians from the 2nd and 3rd AVSs collaborated to live-broadcast 22 games over two weeks for the Conseil International du Sport Militaire (International Council of Military Sports) World Womens Football Championship. The tournament brought 10 military teams from around the world to foster friendship through sport, as the CISM motto says.

220620-N-TT059-1004 ARABIAN GULF (June 20, 2022) Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Austin Robberson stands watch in the Combat Information Center aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) during exercise Iron Defender 2022 in the Arabian Gulf, June 20. Iron Defender is an annual bilateral training event between U.S. Naval Forces Central Command and forces from the United Arab Emirates. The exercise focuses on maritime security operations, mine countermeasures and harbor defense.

Empty operations center with an American flag working on national safety, armed forces protecting the country with anti terrorism tactics. Military control and command room headquarters. Camera A.

221207-A-NR779-1057 ARABIAN GULF (Dec. 7, 2022) U.S. Coast Guard Machinery Technician 2nd Class Michael Hand, stands watch aboard fast response cutter USCGC Emlen Tunnell (WPC 1145) while transiting the Arabian Gulf, Dec. 7. Emlen Tunnell is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

220812-N-VJ326-1177 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 12, 2022) - Air-Traffic Controller 2nd Class Gerardo Sanchez, from Streamwood, Illinois, organizes administrative tasks in Amphibious Air Traffic Central Control (AATCC) aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 12, 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.

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 28, 2016) Ensign Thibaut Delloue, left, officer of the deck under instruction, and Ensign Logan O'Shea, conning officer, monitor the surface picture in the pilothouse aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Carney (DDG 64) while on patrol in the Mediterranean Sea July 28, 2016. Carney is conducting a routine patrol in the U.S. 6th fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Aaron Frerichs, KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling specialist assigned to the 50th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron, conducts aerial refueling operations within the U.S. Air Forces Central area of responsibility, June 22, 2022. In-flight Refueling Specialists operate a specialized boom from the back of a KC-135, which pumps thousands of gallons of jet fuel to support U.S. and partner nation forces, enabling war-winning airpower, deterrence, and stability to the region.

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Jan. 9, 2020) A U.S. Naval Academy midshipman conducts a simulated T-6B Texan II flight on a newly installed virtual reality trainer at the U.S. Naval Academy during aviation selection night at Dahlgren Hall. In a partnership with Chief of Naval Air Training and Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division, the trainers will give midshipmen selected for aviation programs an opportunity to gain proficiency in T-6B procedures before arriving at flight school. As the undergraduate college of our country's naval service, the Naval Academy prepares young men and women to become professional officers of competence, character, and compassion in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

Judges representing the active-duty Air Force, Air National Guard and the Air Force Reserve deliberate on presentations given during Hack the Ranch, a hackathon hosted by Corsair Ranch, the Air Force Reserve Components software factory. Submissions were graded on functionality, usability, relevancy, and ability for rapid deployment.

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