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Fairchild AFB demonstrates strategic deterrence during exercise Mobility Response 25

U.S. Air National Guardsmen assigned to the 116th Air Refueling Squadron respond to a simulated alert during exercise Mobility Response 25 in support of U.S. Strategic Command exercise Global Thunder 25 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 22, 2024. This alert tested aircrew’s ability to rapidly respond, promoting nuclear deterrence. The KC-135 Stratotanker played a crucial role in this exercise and GT25, providing essential air-to-air refueling capabilities, that are vital for sustaining long-range operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha Thorn) (This photo has been altered by blurring for operational security.)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Samantha Thorn
VIRIN: 241022-F-AV319-1012.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

APERTURE

10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/320

ISO

160

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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