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  • A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron prepares for takeoff before departing for a Maximum Endurance Operation in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 15, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen our ironclad alliance, improve our capable combined force, and demonstrate our commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal) Balikatan 2026: 317th AW Launches Air Mobility Support
    Balikatan 2026: 317th AW Launches Air Mobility Support
  • Members of the 7th Medical Group and Hardin-Simmons University physical therapy program pose for a photo during a collaborative training event at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 10, 2026. The event emphasized joint learning and the practical application of physical therapy techniques to enhance Airman readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell) 7th MDG, Hardin-Simmons University partnership strengthens readiness
    7th MDG, Hardin-Simmons University partnership strengthens readiness
  • U.S. Air Force Gen. S.L. Davis, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, arrives at the 28th Bomb Squadron for a B-1B Lancer simulator orientation while touring Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, March 30, 2026. The visit immersed Davis in active training operations to further understand how the 7th Bomb Wing delivers credible and decisive combat power anywhere in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal) Global Strike top leaders visit Dyess AFB
    Global Strike top leaders visit Dyess AFB
  • U.S. Airmen assigned to the 7th Maintenance Group Air Force Repair Enhancement Program inspect and test various components at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, March 27, 2026. AFREP repairs support every aircraft on the installation, reducing reliance on external supply chains and improving mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Schellenberg) 7th MXG drives readiness gains through AFREP success
    7th MXG drives readiness gains through AFREP success
  • U.S. Air Force chief master sergeants assigned to Dyess Air Force Base prepare a saber cordon during a Chief Master Sergeant Induction Ceremony in Abilene, Texas, March 28, 2026. Walking through the saber archway symbolizes the inductees’ welcome into the highest enlisted tier. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Schellenberg) Dyess welcomes new chief master sergeants
    Dyess welcomes new chief master sergeants
  • U.S. Airmen assigned to the 7th Bomb Wing and 317th Airlift Wing stand at attention during a Noncommissioned Officer Induction Ceremony at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 3, 2026. During the ceremony, inductees accepted the NCO charge, which entrusts them to balance mission accomplishment with the professional development and care of Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Schellenberg) Dyess inducts new staff sergeants into NCO corps
    Dyess inducts new staff sergeants into NCO corps

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  • Airmen unveil a nose art design inside an airplane hangar

    Regenerated B-1B Lancer dedicated as "Apocalypse II" to honor WWII heroes
  • From left, U.S. Air Force Capt. Madeleine Knapp, 1st Lt. Dallion Richards and Capt. John Toohey, all 40th Airlift Squadron pilots, monitor flight controls aboard a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during a Maximum Endurance Operation in support of Exercise Balikatan over the Philippines near Clark Air Base, April. 17, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen our ironclad alliance, improve our capable combined force, and demonstrate our commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

    Balikatan 2026: 317th AW conducts MEO, arrives in Philippines
  • U.S. Air Force graphic promoting Palace Chase and Palace Front. The Palace Chase program offers eligible Airmen the opportunity to transition from active duty to the Air Force Reserve, providing increased flexibility while continuing to serve. (Courtesy graphic)

    Palace Chase offers Airmen path from active duty to Reserve service
  • Haley Ruf, Hardin-Simmons University physical therapy student, observes a participant’s range of motion during a collaborative training event with the 7th Medical Group at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 10, 2026. The partnership focused on hands-on training for assessing physical fitness and improving overall health performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

    7th MDG, Hardin-Simmons University partnership strengthens readiness
  • A U.S. Air Force B-21 Raider conducts aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker. The B-21 program exemplifies the Department of the Air Force's warfighting-focused acquisition mindset, leveraging digital engineering and modern production to deliver a mature, highly capable system at speed. The B-21's efficiency and flexibility will provide a survivable, unpredictable deterrent force, forming the backbone of America’s future bomber force. (U.S. Air Force photo)

    B-21 Raider accelerates delivery of long-range strike capability

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  • Joint service members participate in African Lion 26.

    African Lion 26: Airmen participate in largest Joint military exercise in Africa
  • Air University Prop & Wings

    SAASS developing expert joint warfighters
  • The Navy’s Blue Angels and the Air Force’s Thunderbirds conduct a Super Delta flyover off Pensacola Beach, Fla., April 14, 2026. The Super Delta formation highlights precision, discipline and teamwork. (U.S. Air Force photo)

    AF Week in Photos
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    USAF, Netherlands formalize partnership on Collaborative Combat Aircraft development
  • A digital version of the Pentagon demonstrates how AI implementation is being utilized by Department of the Air Force.

    DAF releases data, AI strategies to accelerate military dominance

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