435th AGOW TACPs support BTF 25-2

A U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airman from the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing, sets up satellite communication at Rovajarvi firing range, Finland, March 6, 2025. U.S. and Finnish TACP operators conducted a simulation of a multiple phase operation where targets are found, tracked and assessed which targets are highest priority. This live fire exercise was designed to enhance maneuverability and integration between the U.S. and Finland, also showing the commitment U.S forces have to the security of NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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435th AGOW TACPs support BTF 25-2

U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing prepare to call in close-air support from a B-52H Stratofortress at Rovajarvi firing range, Finland, March 6, 2025. U.S. and Finnish TACP operators conducted a simulation of a multiple phase operation where targets are found, tracked and assessed which targets are highest priority. This live fire exercise was designed to enhance maneuverability and integration between the U.S. and Finland, also showing the commitment U.S forces have to the security of NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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435th AGOW TACPs support BTF 25-2

U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing prepare to call in close-air support from a B-52H Stratofortress at Rovajarvi firing range, Finland, March 6, 2025. Bomber Task Force missions demonstrate the ability of the U.S. to execute joint fire missions and close bilateral cooperation between NATO allies, deterring any future aggression. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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435th AGOW TACPs support BTF 25-2

Two Finnish Tactical Air Control Party operators and a U.S. TACP Airman assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing look at their targets at Rovajarvi firing range, Finland, March 6, 2025. U.S. and Finnish TACP operators conducted a simulation of a multiple phase operation where targets are found, tracked and assessed which targets are highest priority. This live fire exercise was designed to enhance maneuverability and integration between the U.S. and Finland, also showing the commitment U.S forces have to the security of NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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435th AGOW TACPs support BTF 25-2

A Finnish Tactical Air Control Party operator and U.S. TACP Airmen assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing prepare to call in close-air support from a B-52H Stratofortress at Rovajarvi firing range, Finland, March 6, 2025. This live fire Bomber Task Force mission gives AGOW Airmen the opportunity to maintain up-to-date training and the ability to be deployed at a moments notice, demonstrating the flexibility and readiness of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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435th AGOW TACPs support BTF 25-2

U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing look at a map of the surrounding area at Rovajarvi firing range, Finland, March 6, 2025. This live fire Bomber Task Force mission gives AGOW Airmen the opportunity to maintain up-to-date training and the ability to be deployed at a moments notice, demonstrating the flexibility and readiness of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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435th AGOW TACPs support BTF 25-2

U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing call in close-air support from a B-52H Stratofortress at Rovajarvi firing range, Finland, March 6, 2025. Bomber Task Force missions demonstrate the ability of the U.S. to execute joint fire missions and close bilateral cooperation between NATO allies, deterring any future aggression. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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435th AGOW TACPs support BTF 25-2

A munition dropped by a B-52H Stratofortress hits its target at Rovajarvi firing range, Finland, March 6, 2025. Bomber Task Force missions demonstrate the ability of the U.S. to execute joint fire missions and close bilateral cooperation between NATO allies, deterring any future aggression. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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435th AGOW TACPs support BTF 25-2

Published March 12, 2025
By Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert
86 Airlift Wing Public Affairs

ROVAJARVI FIRING RANGE, Finland -- A U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airman from the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing, sets up satellite communication at Rovajarvi firing range, Finland, March 6, 2025. U.S. and Finnish TACP operators conducted a simulation of a multiple phase operation where targets are found, tracked and assessed which targets are highest priority. This live fire exercise was designed to enhance maneuverability and integration between the U.S. and Finland, also showing the commitment U.S forces have to the security of NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)