Military Aircraft Operations

Images of military aircraft, including EC-130E Hercules and C-5M Super Galaxy, showcasing ground operations and aircrew preparations in various settings.

1st Special Operations Wing Air Commandos prepare to evacuate AC-130J Ghostrider gunships at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Sept. 27, 2022. Hurlburt Field leadership directed the evacuation of aircraft before the landfall of Hurricane Ian out of an abundance of caution.

U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules from the 133rd Airlift Wing transports Airmen and cargo as part of a first-of-its-kind wing-wide Agile Combat Employment (ACE) exercise, Volk Field, Wisc., June 11, 2022. The ability to project combat power anytime, anywhere, while remaining operationally capable is the competitive edge the wing intends to sharpen over the coming days.

C-130 Dropping Water

A C-17 Globemaster III aircraft from the 62d Airlift Wing, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, taxis on the flightline before special fueling operations at Gowen Field, Boise, Idaho, Oct. 20, 2022. Airmen with Team McChord and the 366th Fighter Wing at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, completed wet wing refueling operations with the C-17 and F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft as part of Exercise Rainier War 22B.

U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the Hawaii Air National Guard taxis down the flightline at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, in support of the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center (JPMRC) exercise 23-01, Oct. 31, 2022. Bilateral and multilateral exercises such as JPMRC 23-01 strengthens relationships and enhances interoperability with allies and partners through shared experiences and realistic training.

A LC-130H Hercules from the 109th Air National Guard Unit out of New York, sits on the flightline in Christchurch, New Zealand. The aircraft, equipped with skis, will transport cargo and personnel to McMurdo Station, Antarctica, during Operation DEEP FREEZE 2001. Subject Operation/Series: DEEP FREEZE 2001 Base: Christchurch State: Canterbury Country: New Zealand (NZL)

DF-ST-85-12253. Base: Mcconnell Air Force Base State: Kansas (KS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A C-130 from the 153rd Airlift Wing equipped with USDA Forest Service MAFFS II (Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System) positions to drop water as part of MAFFS training and recertification at Grand Canyon Hills, Colorado, May 8, 2019. Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve Airmen with the 153d AW with Wyoming, 302nd AW with Peterson AFB, 152nd AW with Reno along with the U.S. Forest Service spend the week to complete their annual aerial fire fighting training for the upcoming fire season.

On Thursday 8th October 2020, Florence Parly, Minister of the Armed Forces, visits two defence companies essential to the economic fabric of the Brittany region. The Minister of the Armed Forces then visits SABENA TECHNICS, a company specialising in aeronautical maintenance, aircraft conversion and cabin fittings. Half of this company's turnover is in the military sector. SABENA TECHNICS will benefit from the government's aeronautics support plan with, in particular, the anticipation of the order for a light surveillance and intelligence aircraft (ALSR). Saint-Lunaire on 2020-10-08.Le jeudi 8 octobre 2020, Florence Parly, ministre des Armees, visite deux entreprises de defense essentielles au tissu economique de la region Bretagne. La ministre des Armées visite ensuite la societe SABENA TECHNICS, spécialisee dans la maintenance aeronautique, la transformation davions et laménagement des cabines. La moitie du chiffre daffaire de cette entreprise concerne lactivite militaire. SABENA

030626-A-XXXXX-7410. Base: Mosul Country: Iraq (IRQ)

DF-ST-86-08021. Base: Cairo West Country: Egypt (EGY)

A C-130J Super Hercules prepares for landing at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress prepares for landing.

050127-F-9429S-007. Base: Karshi-Khanabad Air Base Country: Uzbekistan (UZB)

At a forward operating base, two Marine KC-130/R, with the Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron-352 (VMGR-352), wait for personnel from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU (SOC)) to board. They will shortly be taking off to return the 26th MEU(SOC) to Kandahar Airport in Afghanistan during Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Country: Unknown Scene Major Command Shown: VMGR-352

041110-F-1740G-010. Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN)

A maintenance crewman stands on a scaffold near the tail of a P-3C Orion aircraft assigned to Patrol Squadron 10 (VP-10). Base: Naval Station, Rota Country: Spain (ESP)

NATO German paratroopers boarding an Airbus A400M during a NATO exercise German paratroopers boarding an Airbus A400M during a NATO exercise: soldiers in full gear, preparing for an airborne operation, coordinated entry into the modern military transport aircraft Copyright: xZoonar.com/ThomasxFuhrmannx 22601746

041005-F-3488S-002. Base: Eielson Air Force Base State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA)

221007-N-LI114-1033 SEA OF JAPAN (Oct. 7, 2022) A C-2A Greyhound, attached to the Providers of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30, Detachment 5, lands on the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Sea of Japan, Oct. 7. VRC 30 is one of only two carrier-qualified logistics support squadrons, providing supplies, personnel, and logistics support to Carrier Strike Group 5. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

030901-M-7837W-001. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base State: Al Ahmadi Country: Kuwait (KWT)

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bomber assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron takes off at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, as part of a routine Bomber Task Force mission, Feb. 19, 2024. Demonstrating cutting-edge capabilities, forward presence, and commitment to our Allies and partners communicates the United States resolve in the Indo-Pacific. Air Force

A C-5A Galaxy aircraft offloads troops participating in Exercise Fuerzas Unidas Peru '87. Subject Operation/Series: FUERZAS UNIDAS PERU '87 Base: Pisco Air Base Country: Peru (PER)

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force C-130H Hercules assigned to the 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron arrives at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Nov. 30, 2022, during Operation Christmas Drop 2022. Since 2015, OCD envolved into a multinational event supported in previous iterations by forces from the United States, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, Royal Australian Air Force, Royal New Zealand Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force.

A French Air Force A400M Atlas aircraft lands on Hubbard landing zone, during the Advanced Tactics Aircrew Course at Fort Huachuca, Arizona, September 28, 2022. This was the first aircrew from France to attend the course as well as the first Atlas aircrew. Since 1983 the Advanced Airlift Tactics Training Center has provided advanced tactical training to airlift aircrews from the Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve Command, Air Mobility Command, U.S. Marine Corps and 17 allied nations.

A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft lands during Resolute Dragon 22 on Camp Betsukai, Hokkaido, Japan, Oct. 13, 2022. Resolute Dragon 22 is an annual bilateral exercise designed to strengthen the defensive capabilities of the U.S.-Japan Alliance by exercising integrated command and control, targeting, combined arms, and maneuver across multiple domains.

AMN James Shelton from the 436th Security Police Squadron, Dover AFB, Delaware, patrols the flightline at Port au Prince International Airport, Haiti during Operation Restore Democracy. A C-5 Galaxy is in the background. The US military forces are in Haiti to preserve law and order and to restore the democratic government of President Aristide. Subject Operation/Series: RESTORE DEMOCRACY Base: Port Au Prince Country: Haiti (HTI)

911th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs conduct snow removal operations around a C-17 Globemaster III on the flightline at the Pittsburgh International Airport Air Reserve Station, Pennsylvania, Jan 16, 2024. The C-17 stands every-ready to mobilize at a moment's notice, undeterred by challenging weather conditions.

040319-F-8078V-002. Base: Little Rock Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

971215-F-7902R-002. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: Nav Sup Activity, Diego Garcia Country: British Indian Ocean Territory (IOT)

The 74th Fighter Squadron's "new" A-10 Thunderbolt II (Wart Hog) aircraft are parked on the tarmac. The 74th had previously operated the A-10 aircraft from 1980 to 1992 at England AFB, La. This A-10, tail no. 78-0674, is the 74th lead ship and will be flown by Lieutenant COL. Tim Vigil, the new 74th squadron commander. Base: Pope Air Force Base State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Air Force tanker aircraft arrive at Travis Air Force Base, California, April 12, 2022. Travis AFB executes all four Air Mobility Command capabilities - airlift, aerial refueling, aeromedical evacuation, and global reach contingency operations.

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Shawn Dennis from 2nd Airlift Squadron, Pope Air Force Base, New Carolina, stands by as a C-130 Hercules aircraft taxies onto the Intermediate Staging Base ramp in Alexandria, Louisiana. Canadian Air Force aircraft and personnel from the 2nd Air Movement Squadron, Trenton, Ontario, and US Air Force aircraft from the 2nd Airlift Squadron at Pope Air Force Base, New Carolina, and aerial port personnel from the 821st Air Mobility Squadron, McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey, combined forces to provide airlift support for the US Army's 2nd Battalion, 10th Mountain Division, from Fort Drum, New York, during JRTC 01-06, a joint readiness training exercise at Fort.... Complete Scene Caption: US Air Force Airman First Class Shawn Dennis from 2nd Airlift Squadron, Pope Air Force Base, New Carolina, stands by as a C-130 Hercules aircraft taxies onto the Intermediate Staging Base ramp in Alexandria, Louisiana. Canadian Air Force aircraft and personnel from the 2n

031003-F-5653M-001. Base: Eglin Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFMC

030730-F-5098W-001. Base: RAF Mildenhall State: Suffolk Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

A C-5 Galaxy aircraft rolls along a runway after landing at an air base during Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU)

MV-22B Ospreys assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 363 are arranged for stowage at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, March 30, 2023. VMM-363 will serve as the Aviation Combat Element for the upcoming iteration of Marine Rotational Force-Darwin.

U.S. Soldiers with the 25th Infantry Division, Wheeler Army Airfield, Hawaii, board a C-17 Globemaster III during Exercise Golden Bee at Northwest Field, Guam, Sept. 28, 2022. Exercise Golden Bee is a joint readiness exercise designed to provide training integration and rehearse strategic and operational objectives in the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility.

A retired U.S. Air Force C-5 Galaxy rests as a supermoon rises from the horizon at Travis Air Force Base, California, Aug. 11, 2022. The 60th Maintenance Group is carefully scrapping this C-5, but not before salvageable parts are stripped and repurposed by programs like Air Force Repair and Enhancement Program.

020709-F-8425S-010. Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA)

DF-ST-86-11693. Base: Dobbins Air Force Base State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Army paratroopers with 1st Battalion, 503rd Airborne Infantry Regiment and 4th Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade fly in a C-17 Globemaster III in preparation for a Joint Forcible Entry airborne operation as part of African Lion 22 at Aviano Air Base, June 21, 2022. African Lion 2022 is U.S. Africa Command's largest, premier, joint, annual exercise hosted by Morocco, Ghana, Senegal and Tunisia, June 6 - 30. More than 7,500 participants from 28 nations and NATO train together with a focus on enhancing readiness for U.S. and partner nation forces. AL22 is a joint all-domain, multi-component, and multinational exercise, employing a full array of mission capabilities with the goal to strengthen interoperability among participants and set the theater for strategic access.

An air-to-air left front view of a C-141 Starlifter aircraft in camouflage paint scheme, from the 437th Military Airlift Wing. Base: Charleston State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) prepare to fast rope from an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 during a Helicopter Rope Suspension Techniques (HRST) Master Course at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 1, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast rope and helicopter rope suspension training teach Marines proper knots, rappelling techniques, and build confidence for maneuvering from air to ground.

DF-ST-89-00831. Subject Operation/Series: SHADOW HAWK Base: Azarq Air Base Country: Jordan (JOR)

A P-3C Orion aircraft of Patrol Squadron 30 (VP-30), a Fleet Reserve Squadron (FRS), touches down on runway 090 for a landing during pilot training. Base: Naval Air Station, Jacksonville State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Air Force Airmen prepare for the arrival of a B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, from a routine Bomber Task Force mission, Feb. 26, 2024. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with our Allies and partners in joint and coalition operations and exercises. Air Force

A Royal Air Force mechanic watches an engine start on a RAF C-130J Hercules, both assigned to the No. 47 Squadron from RAF Brize Norton, England during RED FLAG-Alaska 22-1 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, May 10, 2022. RF-A serves as an ideal platform for international engagement, and the exercise has a long history of including allies and partners, ultimately enabling all involved exchange tactics, techniques and procedures while improving interoperability.

At a forward operating base, with their Skull and Cross Bones" flag displayed, Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron-352 (VMGR-352)'s, Navigator CWO2 Charles Duval, USMC, (top escape hatch) watches Marines embark another KC-130/R Hercules (out of frame) during Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. (Substandard image). Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Country: Unknown

A Nevada Air National Guard C-130H Hercules aircraft flies over Pyramid Lake, Nevada, during an Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Boss Lift, April, 15, 2022. One of the Nevada National Guards strategic priorities is to be engaged and involved with the local communities, and these flights are one of the ways the High Rollers build support from members of the Greater Reno Area.

A KC-10A Extender aircraft of the 911th Aerial Refueling Squadron (911th ARS) taxis after landing following an airlift mission moving equipment, personnel and conducting refueling for Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17). Base: Naval Air Station, Fallon State: Nevada (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA)

German Air Force A400M tanker, Wunstorf, Germany.

980623-F-5772H-001. Base: Mcchord Air Force Base State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Airmen from the 176th and 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadrons tow an HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter out of the Alaska Army National Guard hangar in Bethel, Alaska, to a 144th Airlift Squadron C-17 Globemaster III in preparation to load and transport the helicopter to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richadson. The Pave Hawk experienced a malfunction after completing a medevac mission in Western Alaska. The aircraft landed safely at the Alaska Army National Guard hangar in Bethel after the mission but was unable to complete the trip back to JBER. The ability to seamlessly transition from rescue operations to global mobility provides the 176th Wing with a strategic edge, showcasing the Wings commitment to agile combat employment and effectiveness when handling complex situations, both within the state and across the globe. (Alaska National Guard

DF-ST-87-03107. Subject Operation/Series: VOLANT RODEO '79 Base: Pope Air Force Base State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

US Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft parked on the flight line during the joint US/South Korean Exercise Team Spirit '84. Subject Operation/Series: TEAM SPIRIT '84 Base: Kimhae Air Base Country: Korea

Four KC-135R Stratotankers belonging to the 117th Air Refueling Wings fleet taxi to their parking spots on the flight line at Sumpter Smith Joint National Guard Base, Alabama, Feb. 10, 2024. The mission of the 117 ARW is to provide quality worldwide air refueling, airlift, support, logistics, intelligence, and medical services in support of its community, state, and the nation with its KC-135R Stratotanker fleet. Air National Guard

021002-F-3188G-001. Base: Duluth State: Minnesota (MN) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A C-5M Super Galaxy sits on the flightline as Airmen clear snow Feb. 17, 2015, on Dover Air Force Base, Del. Winter Storm Octavia dumped a total of four inches of snow on the base and throughout the local area.

Soldiers from the 1-111th Aviation Regiment, Florida Army National Guard prepare to assist possible disaster relief operations as a result of Hurricane Dorian Cecil Field, Jacksonville, FL. The FLNARG is always ready, always there. Our year-round training anticipates Florida's needs and challenges before an emergency occurs.

020108-F-0007M-003. Base: Mcguire Air Force Base State: New Jersey (NJ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: Air Mobility

An E-3 Sentry aircraft from the 363rd Expeditionary Airborne Air Control Squadron (EAACS), Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia, takes off for its daily mission during Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. The 363rd EAACS is part of the coalition forces of the 363rd Air Expeditionary Wing, Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia, that enforces the no-fly and no-drive zone in Southern Iraq to protect and defend against Iraqi aggression. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: Prince Sultan Air Base Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU)

DF-ST-88-03459. Base: Edmonton Canadian Forces Base Country: Canada (CAN)

A KC-135 Stratotanker taxis out for take-off to a forward deployed location in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn, March 25, 2011 at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. The KC-135's will provide air-refueling support to coalition aircraft enforcing a no-fly zone over Libya. Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III.

DF-ST-89-00375. Base: Indian Springs Air Force Base State: Nevada (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA)

980620-F-2171A-019. Base: Mcchord Air Force Base State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

041023-F-9032T-009. Subject Operation/Series: OPERATION SILVERBACK EXPRESS Base: Kigali Country: Rwanda (RWA)

A C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 62nd Airlift Wing, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, sits on the flight line at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, during RED FLAG-Alaska 22-2, June 10, 2022. RF-A serves as an ideal platform for international engagement, and the exercise has a long history of including allies and partners, ultimately enabling all involved to exchange tactics, techniques and procedures while improving interoperability.

DF-ST-86-07074. Base: Rhein-Main Air Base Country: West Germany (FRG)

Close-in view of a C-2A Greyhound aircraft of Fleet Logistic Support Squadron Thirty (VRC-30) tied down on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72). The LINCOLN is here to take part in Operation RIMPAC 2000. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2000 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 721st Mobility Support Squadron poses for a unit photo, Sept. 12, 2022, Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The 721 MSS is a squadron under the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing. It provides world-class command and control, inter-theater aeromedical evacuation, and global mobility support for Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia.

DF-ST-88-10248. Base: Elmendorf Air Force Base State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels take off during the 2022 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California, Sept. 24, 2022. The Blue Angels, formed in 1946, perform precision flight demonstrations in more than 70 shows at 34 locations throughout the United States each year. The theme for the 2022 MCAS Miramar Air Show, Marines Fight, Evolve and Win, reflects the Marine Corps ongoing modernization efforts to prepare for future conflicts.

A variety of munitions are lined up on the flightline near parked B-1 bombers during an operational readiness exercise at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., March 15, 2012. The ORE covered a wide range of operations and was designed to test Airmens ability to deploy personnel, aircraft and equipment.

020320-F-3893W-008. Subject Operation/Series: PRAIRIE VIGILANCE 2002 Base: Minot Air Force Base State: North Dakota (ND) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Seven C-130J Super Hercules taxi after landing during the Joint Forcible Entry exercise June 21, 2014, on Creech Air Force Base, Nev. The aircraft helped Airmen and Soldiers from Nellis AFB, Nev., and visiting units enhance service cohesiveness, while allowing the opportunity to properly execute large-scale heavy equipment and troop movement.

MAFFS Training in Boise, Idaho.

040313-F-2828D-024. Base: Port-Au-Prince Country: Haiti (HTI)

A New York Air National Guard Airman on duty in Antarctica on Feb. 5, 2021 during a mission conducted in support of the National Science Foundation by the 109th Airlift Wing. The 109th Airlift Wing deployed three LC-130 "Skibird" aircraft and 50 Airmen to Christchurch , New Zealand to run missions as required to Antarctica as part of the Department of Defense's Operation Deep Freeze.

040610-F-7564C-030. Base: Asheville State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-87-03229. Country: Panama (PAN)

Several Aircrew members from the 179th Airlift Wing, Mansfield, Ohio, celebrated their final flights June 16th, 2022, at the 179th Airlift Wing, Mansfield, Ohio. The "Fini" flight tradition is one where aircrew members are hosed down with water by their peers, family, and friends upon their completion of their final flight.

An A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 81st Fighter Squadron Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, starts down the runway for take off from Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath, United kingdom. Personnel from the 52d Fighter Wing were deployed to RAF Lakenheath in preparation for a NATO Tactical Evaluation in October. Base: Raf Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

The flight crews of several Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) A-6E Intruder aircraft wait in their cockpits for the squadron's remaining aircraft to taxi into place on the flight line. VA-35 has returned to Oceana following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region aboard the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Oceana State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A C-130E Hercules aircraft from the 934th Tactical Airlift Group, U.S. Air Force Reserve, passes over an agricultural area while returning to Howard Air Force Base, Panama, during Operation Just Cause. Subject Operation/Series: JUST CAUSE Country: Panama (PAN)

Ramstein Air Base, Germany, December 12, 2004 - Santa arrives by a C-130 Hercules.

A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter sits in Army Aviation Support Facility #1 at Muir Army Airfield.

A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter sits in Army Aviation Support Facility #1 at Muir Army Airfield.

A USAF C-130 is parked on the snow-covered tarmac at Ramstein AB, Germany. This aircraft is involved in supply missions supporting US forces involved in Operation Joint Endeavor. Operation Joint Endeavor is a peacekeeping effort by a multinational Implementation Force (IFOR), comprised of NATO and non-NATO military forces, deployed to Bosnia in support of the Dayton Peace Accords. A USAF C-130 is parked on the snow-covered tarmac at Ramstein AB, Germany. This aircraft is involved in supply missions supporting US forces involved in Operation Joint Endeavor. Operation Joint Endeavor is a peacekeeping effort by a multinational Implementation Force (IFOR), comprised of NATO and non-NATO military forces, deployed to Bosnia in support of the Dayton Peace Accords.

220707-N-MR124-1075 MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, Hawaii (July 7, 2022) A Royal Canadian Air Force Patrol (CP) 140 Aurora aircraft prepares to land on at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, July 7, in support of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. 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 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.

Rapiscan Systems Classic guests walk toward a 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron aircraft for a tour at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, March 31, 2022. The tour also included a military working dog demonstration and a tour of the Fisher House.

Howard Air Force Base, Panama, January 1998Members from the 179th Airlift Wing, Ohio, and the 130th Airlift Wing, West Virginia prepare for additional missions while a C-130 from Rhode Island's 143rd Airlift Wing takes off from Howard Air Force Base.Coronet Oak (originally Volant Oak), the Air National Guard's longest running overseas airlift operation, began in October 1977. It rotated portions of Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve C-130 units to Panama on short tours of active duty to meet the theater airlift requirements of the United States Southern Command in Latin America. Relying on volunteers and Lockheed's versatile C-130 Hercules transport, Coronet Oak also marked the growing participation of women and minority aircrew members in the Air Guard and Air Force Reserve. Virtually the entire C-130 airlift community in the Air Guard and Air Force Reserve participated in Coronet Oak. The operation was moved to Puerto Rico in 1999 when U.S. military installations in Pan

050912-N-8253M-003. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT TASK FORCE (JTF) KATRINA Base: Naval Air Station, New Orleans State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

JACKSONVILLE, FL. (Oct. 21, 2022) The C-130J Hercules, nicknamed "Fat Albert," begins it's takeoff down the runway. Fat Albert is essential for the Blue Angels by carrying personnel and essentials from performance to performance. The show celebrated the Blue Angels heritage, which traces back to 1946 at the squadrons birthplace of NAS Jacksonville. The show also featured aerial performances by other military and civilian flight teams, live entertainment, and the opportunity to see military aircraft and vehicles and the U.S. Special Operations Command Parachute Team.

A KC-135R Stratotanker and a KC-46A Pegasus, both aerial refueling aircraft, sit in front of the new $31 million aircraft maintenance hangar at the 134th Air Refueling Wing, McGhee Tyson ANG Base, Tennessee. The grand opening of the new hangar was held on Jun. 3, with Airmen and community members present for the event.

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. Seven 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.

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