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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Devlin Brady, a loadmaster assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron. secures an M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System onto a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft after a HIMARS Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron prepares to depart from an M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

A U.S. Army M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System assigned to the 25th Infantry Division Artillery, is loaded onto a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron during a HIMARS Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

A U.S. Army M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System assigned to the 25th Infantry Division Artillery is parked outside a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft prior to loading during a HIMARS Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jose Rivera-Flores, M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System chief assigned to 25th Infantry Division Artillery, walks toward a HIMARS during a Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

A U.S. Army M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System assigned to 25th Infantry Division Artillery performs a dry-fire exercise during a HIMARS Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jose Rivera-Flores, M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System chief assigned to 25th Infantry Division Artillery, stands inside a HIMARS during a Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jose Rivera-Flores, M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System chief assigned to 25th Infantry Division Artillery, stands inside a HIMARS during a Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

From left, U.S. Army Pfc. Chandler Daniels, M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System gunner, Staff Sgt. Jose Rivera-Flores, HIMARS chief, and Pfc. Rieley Glacan, HIMARS driver, all assigned to 25th Infantry Division Artillery, perform vehicle checks during a HIMARS Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

A U.S. Army M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System assigned to the 25th Infantry Division Artillery is parked in front of a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during a HIMARS Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

U.S. Army Pfc. Chandler Daniels, M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System gunner assigned to 25th Infantry Division Artillery, performs vehicle checks during a HIMARS Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 317th Airlift Wing and U.S. Soldiers assigned to 25th Infantry Division Artillery unload an M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System from a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during a HIMARS Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 317th Airlift Wing unload an M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System from a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during a HIMARS Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 in Itbayat, Philippines, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippine

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kenden Johnson, left, a loadmaster, teaches Capt. Sydney Pasterski, a pilot, both assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron, load-chain operations for maximum aircrew offloading efficiency prior to an M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System Rapid Insertion in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026 at Clark Air Base, April 23, 2026. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military that represents the strength of our alliance, improves our capable combined force, and demonstrates our commitment to regional peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jade M. Caldwell)

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Sonkiss highlights mobility operations, modernization priorities at Mitchell Institute event

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Rebecca Sonkiss, Air Mobility Command interim commander, speaks with JV Venable, Senior Resident Fellow at The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies, on the critical role of mobility forces in global operations and outlined priorities for future modernization during an appearance on Aerospace Nation in Arlington, Virginia, April 20, 2026. AMC is focused on improving connectivity, viability and survivability of its fleet to ensure continued success as the maneuver for the Joint Force for contingencies worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lindsey Wilkinson)

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Regenerated B-1B Lancer dedicated as "Apocalypse II" to honor WWII heroes

U.S. Air Force Col. Seth Spanier, 7th Bomb Wing and installation commander, and Staff Sgt. William Sawyer, 28th Bomber Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, unveil the “Apocalypse II” nose art design during a dedication ceremony at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 22, 2026. The unveiling marked the formal transfer of the newly regenerated B-1B Lancer to Sawyer, who will be responsible for maintaining the readiness of the wing's new flagship aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal)

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Regenerated B-1B Lancer dedicated as "Apocalypse II" to honor WWII heroes

U.S. Air Force Maj. Joseph Spada, 28th Bomber Generation Squadron commander, delivers remarks during a nose art dedication ceremony at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 22, 2026. The ceremony and nose art honored the World War II crew of the B-24J Liberator “Apocalypse,” who were shot down over Burma in 1942, linking their historical sacrifice to the modern mission of the 7th Bomb Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal)

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Regenerated B-1B Lancer dedicated as "Apocalypse II" to honor WWII heroes

The “Apocalypse II” nose art design is displayed during a dedication ceremony at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 22, 2026. The newly designed artwork honors the original crew of the B-24J Liberator “Apocalypse”—pilot 2nd Lt. John E. McLauchlen Jr., radio operator Tech. Sgt. Harold L. Seifreid, and gunner Staff Sgt. Frank J. Tedone—who were declared missing in action after their aircraft was shot down in 1942. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal)

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Regenerated B-1B Lancer dedicated as "Apocalypse II" to honor WWII heroes

U.S. Air Force Col. Seth Spanier, 7th Bomb Wing and installation commander, speaks with relatives of Staff Sgt. Frank J. Tedone during a nose art dedication ceremony at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 22, 2026. The newly unveiled “Apocalypse II” nose art will be applied to the regenerated B-1B Lancer aircraft, tail number 86-0115, which will serve as the 7th Bomb Wing flagship. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal)

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Regenerated B-1B Lancer dedicated as "Apocalypse II" to honor WWII heroes

Frank Tedone, nephew of U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Frank J. Tedone, signs the “Apocalypse II” nose art design during a dedication ceremony at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 22, 2026. Tedone, who shares his fallen uncle's name and previously served at Dyess as a C-130 maintainer, was one of six relatives in attendance to honor the World War II legacy of the 436th Bombardment Squadron and the 7th Bombardment Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal)

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