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Arctic Challenge 2023: Nordic defense requires the F-35’s advanced capabilities

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tanner Harmon, a crew chief assigned to the 748th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, inserts chalks on an F-35A Lightning II during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 at Ørland Air Base, Norway, June 5, 2023. The F-35’s participation in Arctic Challenge contributes to enhancing the coalition’s ability to deter adversaries throughout the High North. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: Nordic defense requires the F-35’s advanced capabilities

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Gomez, a crew chief assigned to the 748th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, prepares to insert chalks on an F-35A Lightning II during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 at Ørland Air Base, Norway, June 5, 2023. The maintenance team's mission is to produce reliable, combat-capable aircraft while overcoming the unique challenges of the environment by integrating with our partner nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: Nordic defense requires the F-35’s advanced capabilities

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Iliana Noss, a 748th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, marshals an F-35A Lightning II during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 at Ørland Air Base, Norway, June 5, 2023. The F-35’s participation in Arctic Challenge contributes to enhancing the coalition’s ability to deter adversaries throughout the High North. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: Nordic defense requires the F-35’s advanced capabilities

A Royal Netherlands Air Force F-35A Lighting II takes off to participate in Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 at Ørland Air Base, Norway, June 5, 2023. The F-35 advanced suite of the latest technology allows for networking with other nations while still maintaining its stealth and versatility, which is critical to combined training in exercises such as Arctic Challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: Supersonic bombers soar over USS Gerald Ford

A Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35A Lightning II stealth fighter aircraft receives fuel from a Maine Air National Guard KC-135R Straotanker from the 101st Air Refueling Wing during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 over the Arctic Circle, May 29, 2023. Coalition aerial refueling extends the range of fighter aircraft to train and operate alongside Allies and Partners. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Andrew Sinclair)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: Supersonic bombers soar over USS Gerald Ford

Three Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35A Lightning II stealth fighter aircraft wait in formation as the rest of their team receives fuel from a Maine Air National Guard KC-135R Stratotanker above the Arctic Circle, May 29, 2023. The F-35 was designed with Allied and Partner integration as a top priority, which allows the advanced fighter platform to work collectively with air, land, and sea assets globally. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Andrew Sinclair)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: U.S. joins coalition for largest Nordic exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christian Leo, weapons load crew member assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadron, prepares an F-35A Lightning II for a familiarization flight prior to Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 at Ørland Air Base, Norway, May 24, 2023. ACE 23 improves Interoperability between Allies and Partners which is especially critical in the Arctic region due to terrain, limited access and the low-density of domain awareness assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: U.S. joins coalition for largest Nordic exercise

A Belgian Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon takes off for a familiarization flight prior to Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 at Ørland Air Base, Norway, May 23, 2023. ACE 23 helps build trust with Allies and Partners and mitigates operational uncertainties within the Arctic region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: U.S. joins coalition for largest Nordic exercise

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, takes off for a familiarization flight prior to Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 at Ørland Air Base, Norway, May 23, 2023. Joint exercises, such as ACE 23, demonstrate cooperation, enhance interoperability and expand deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: U.S. joins coalition for largest Nordic exercise

A Royal Netherlands Air Force F-35A Lighting II takes off for a familiarization flight prior to Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 at Ørland Air Base, Norway, May 23, 2023. Joint exercises, such as ACE 23, demonstrate cooperation, enhance interoperability and expand deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson)

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Arctic Challenge 2023: U.S. joins coalition for largest Nordic exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Heath Williams, F-35A Lightning II pilot assigned to the 495th Fighter Squadron performs flight equipment checks for a familiarization flight prior to Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023 at Ørland Air Base, Norway, May 24, 2023. ACE 23 improves Interoperability between Allies and Partners which is especially critical in the Arctic region due to terrain, limited access and the low-density of domain awareness assets. U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Gibson)

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Bomber Task Force: Supersonic bombers return to Europe

A B-1B Lancer from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron arrives at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, May 23, 2023 for Bomber Task Force Europe 23-3. Strategic bomber missions enhance the readiness necessary to respond to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force: Supersonic bombers return to Europe

A B-1B Lancer from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron flies overhead at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, May 23, 2023 for Bomber Task Force Europe 23-3. Strategic bomber missions enhance the readiness necessary to respond to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force: Supersonic bombers return to Europe

A B-1B Lancer from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron arrives at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, May 23, 2023 for Bomber Task Force Europe 23-3. Strategic bomber missions enhance the readiness necessary to respond to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J takes off in support of a simulated Forward Arming and Refueling Point (FARP) exercise at Chabelley Airfield, Djibouti, Feb. 22, 2023. The ability of a Joint Force Commander to move their forces fluidly across the theater to seize, retain and utilize initiatives against an adversary is key to ensuring readiness and resilience, and protecting assets and personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jayson Burns)

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Joint Environment Requires Joint Partnership

Commandant (Major) Eric from the 03/011 CORSE French fighter squadron shows 776th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron firefighters emergency procedures on the French Mirage 2000 at Base aerienne 188 “Colonel Massart”, Djibouti, Feb. 15, 2023. These joint training opportunities increase capabilities for both American and French Forces operating in east Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jordan LaPoint)

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AF leaders visit USAFE-AFAFRICA Warfare Center

U.S. Air Force Col. Nicholas Yates, Air Force Headquarters operational training infrastructure division lead, tries on virtual reality goggles at The United States Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa Warfare Center at Einsiedlerhof Air Base, Germany, March 1, 2023.

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AACS 2023 comes to a close, expands influence across Africa

DAKAR, Senegal (March 2, 2023) – Libyan Air Force Lt. Gen. Mohamed al-Manfour, middle, Air Chief, speaks during the AACS Breakout Sessions 2023 in Dakar, Senegal, March 2, 2023. AACS hosts a variety of engagement opportunities for participating nations discussing key challenges confronting African air chiefs, discussing resource sharing and aircraft sustainment. (U.S. Army photo by Army Sergeant Willie Reese IV)

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AACS 2023 comes to a close, expands influence across Africa

Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces Group Captain Hassan Coomber, Air Chief, salutes during a national anthem during African Air Chiefs Symposium 2023, March 3, 2023, at Dakar, Senegal. U.S. Air Forces Africa conducts multilateral military-to-military engagements and security assistance with African air forces in order to build aviation capacity, enhance regional cooperation, and increase interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Peter Thompson)

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AACS 2023 comes to a close, expands influence across Africa

Tunisian Air Force Brig. Gen. Tarek Akremi, African Air Chief Symposium 2024 co-chair, left, accepts the co-chair title from Senegalese Air Force Brig. Gen. Papa Souleymane Sarr, Senegalese Air Force chief of staff, center, during African Air Chiefs Symposium 2023, March 3, 2023, at Dakar, Senegal. The AACS focused on trans-national threats to African airpower. The symposium synergizes the expertise of U.S. and African partner nations to improve professional air knowledge and skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Madeleine E. Jinks)

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