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Spangdahlem AB welcomes new leadership and reaffirms mission readiness

U.S. and German service members attend the 52nd Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 30, 2025. U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Crofton, relinquished command of the 52nd FW to U.S. Air Force Col. William Lutmer during the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

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Sustainment behind the suits: 495th FS aircrew flight equipment

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lacy Toal, 495th Fighter Squadron lead aircrew flight equipment technician, packs a pilot helmet into its case during exercise Atlantic Trident 25 at Pirkkala Air Base, Finland, June 26, 2025. Toal was responsible for coordinating, packing and transporting each participating aircrew member’s gear during AT 25, ensuring each pilot’s readiness for daily training sorties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sierra Casteel)

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Sustainment behind the suits: 495th FS aircrew flight equipment

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lacy Toal, 495th Fighter Squadron lead aircrew flight equipment technician, poses for a photo with a pilot helmet during Atlantic Trident 25 at Pirkkala Air Base, Finland, June 26, 2025. Toal was responsible for coordinating, packing and transporting each participating aircrew member’s gear during AT 25, ensuring each pilot’s readiness for daily training sorties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sierra Casteel)

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Sustainment behind the suits: 495th FS aircrew flight equipment

U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle pilot equipment is prepared during exercise Atlantic Trident 25 at Pirkkala Air base, Finland, June 25, 2025. AT 25 is a recurring multinational training event that allows U.S. Allies to forward-deploy combat power, exercise air-to-air defense in complex environments, and sharpen integration and tactical proficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sierra Casteel)

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Sustainment behind the suits: 495th FS aircrew flight equipment

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lacy Toal, 495th Fighter Squadron lead aircrew flight equipment technician, cleans and inspects a pilot helmet during exercise Atlantic Trident 25 at Pirkkala Air Base, Finland, June 24, 2025. Aircrew flight equipment Airmen played a crucial role during AT 25, setting a precedent for readiness by conducting thorough inspections and repairs on pilot gear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sierra Casteel)

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Sustainment behind the suits: 495th FS aircrew flight equipment

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lacy Toal, 495th Fighter Squadron lead aircrew flight equipment technician, cleans and inspects a pilot helmet during exercise Atlantic Trident 25 at Pirkkala Air Base, Finland, June 24, 2025. Aircrew flight equipment Airmen played a crucial role during AT 25, setting a precedent for readiness by conducting thorough inspections and repairs on pilot gear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sierra Casteel)

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U.S. Air Force Participates in Anatolian Eagle 25 in Türkiye

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 510th Fighter Generation Squadron lands on a runway before the start of Exercise Anatolian Eagle 25 at the 3rd Main Jet Base, Konya, Turkey, June 18, 2025. AE 25 sharpens U.S. warfighter lethality and survivability by refining tactical execution, joint operational procedures and combat adaptability against advanced threat systems.

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Paris Airshow 2025

The Patrouille de France aerial demonstration team performs a flyover above a U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft during the Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport, France, June 20, 2025. The engagement highlights U.S. military presence in Europe and emphasizes the importance of modernization, joint readiness, and integrated partnerships with NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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A U.S. Army Cpl. Tydal Sugar, 12th Combat Aviation Brigade crew chief, explains flight helmet capabilities to students with the International Rocketry Challenge student program during the Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport, France, June 20, 2025. The competition brings together student teams from multiple countries to promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics education. The airshow provides a global platform for showcasing U.S. airpower and strengthening defense ties with allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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Fédération Française de Parachutisme team perform during the Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport, France, June 20, 2025. The airshow provides a global platform for showcasing U.S. airpower and strengthening defense ties with allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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250619-F-VB704-1308

U.S. Air Force, Army and Navy display their aircraft during the Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport, France, June 19, 2025. The 55th Paris Airshow is the world’s largest international Air and Space show. The airshow provides a global platform for showcasing U.S. airpower and strengthening defense ties with allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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250619-F-VB704-1164

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs during the Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport, France, June 19, 2025. The 55th Paris Airshow is the world’s largest international Air and Space show. This year’s event will feature an F-35A Lightning II demonstration and showcase U.S. Air Force, Army and Navy static aircraft and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lighting II pilot assigned to the 49th Fighter Squadron talks with French Air and Space Youth Air Squadron during the Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport, France, June 18, 2025. The airshow provides a global platform for showcasing U.S. airpower and strengthening defense ties with allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sydney Franklin)

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Mr. Scott Delius, right, Secretary of Defense Representative in Europe, the Defense Advisor for the U.S. Mission to NATO, coins U.S. Air Force Airmen during the Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport, France, June 16, 2025. The airshow provides a global platform for showcasing U.S. airpower and strengthening defense ties with allies and partners. Engagements with congressional leaders highlight the importance of modernization, readiness, and strategic presence in Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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The Patrouille de France aerial demonstration team and the Fédération Française de Parachutisme team perform during the Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport, France, June 16, 2025. The airshow provides a global platform for showcasing U.S. airpower and strengthening defense ties with allies and partners. Engagements with congressional leaders highlight the importance of modernization, readiness, and strategic presence in Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brieana E. Bolfing)

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Enhancing Maritime Operations: The Role of 731st EATKS MQ-9 Reaper in BALTOPS 25

Senior Airman Wyatt Ringer, 731st Expeditionary Attack Squadron crew chief, counts the bolts on an MQ-9 Reaper during Baltic Operations 2025 at Camp Turzii, Romania, June 15, 2025. BALTOPS sharpens U.S. maritime readiness and offers opportunities to train and test emerging capabilities that enhance our ability to protect the homeland and integrate with our allies for the collective defense of Europe.

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Enhancing Maritime Operations: The Role of 731st EATKS MQ-9 Reaper in BALTOPS 25

Airman 1st Class Triston Collins, 731st Expeditionary Attack Squadron crew chief, marshals in an MQ-9 Reaper during Baltic Operations 2025 at Camp Turzii, Romania, June 15, 2025. The MQ-9 Reaper is a remotely piloted aircraft designed to provide persistent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, as well as precision strike capabilities.

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Enhancing Maritime Operations: The Role of 731st EATKS MQ-9 Reaper in BALTOPS 25

A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper takes off during Baltic Operations 2025 at Camp Turzii, Romania, June 16, 2025. BALTOPS is an annual maritime-focused exercise designed to enhance flexibility and interoperability among allied and partner nations.

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Enhancing Maritime Operations: The Role of 731st EATKS MQ-9 Reaper in BALTOPS 25

A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper deploys for air operations during Baltic Operations 2025 at Camp Turzii, Romania, June 16, 2025. The MQ-9 Reaper is a remotely piloted aircraft designed to provide persistent intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, as well as precision strike capabilities.

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435th Air Ground Operations Wing welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Bartlett, 435th Air Ground Operations Wing outgoing commander, gives his final salute during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 18, 2025. The 435th AGOW Airmen provide the capability to build expeditionary airfields on demand, enable multi-theater support, and respond to humanitarian and contingency operations throughout the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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