An A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 924th Fighter Group of the 944th Fighter Wing climbs into the sky during a demonstration as part of Exercise Desert Hammer at Barry M. Goldwater Range East near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. This large-scale exercise showcases the adaptability of Mission Ready Airmen, advancing the skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving challenges of global competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

Reserve Citizen Airmen maintainers from the 944th Maintenance Group pose for a group photo in front of an F-35 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. The maintainers work through extreme Arizona heat to ensure the Air Force's jets are mission-ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

A Reserve Citizen Airman of the 944th Maintenance Group performs detailed maintenance on the nose of an F-35 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. Their precision and dedication keep the aircraft in top condition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Maintenance Group use a hoist system to remove an ejection seat from an F-35 fighter jet at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. Their coordination is crucial to maintain the aircraft's functionality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Maintenance Group conduct detailed inspections and repairs on an F-35 fighter jet at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. Their teamwork ensures mission success and operational readiness in the intense desert heat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

A Reserve Citizen Airman from the 944th Maintenance Group works inside the canopy of an F-35 fighter jet at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. The maintainers perform detailed inspections to guarantee mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Maintenance Group take a break from working on an F-35 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. Despite long shifts in extreme heat, their dedication keeps the Air Force’s jets flying. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

A Reserve Citizen Airman from the 944th Maintenance Group carefully examines a component of an F-35 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. The maintainers' expertise ensures that every jet is safe and mission-ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

A Reserve Citizen Airman from the 944th Maintenance Group performs a delicate repair on a component of an F-35 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. The maintainers' work is critical to the success of the Air Force’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

A Reserve Citizen Airman of the 944th Maintenance Group checks a critical component during F-35 maintenance at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. Avionics specialists play a vital role in keeping jets mission-ready despite the challenging desert environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

A team of 944th Maintenance Group Reserve Citizen Airmen review technical details of an F-35 on a laptop while working on the flight line at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. Their collaboration is essential to maintaining mission-capable aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Maintenance Group work on an F-35 fighter jet on the flight line at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. Their efforts ensure the aircraft are mission-ready under the intense Arizona sun. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

A team of Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Maintenance Group works together to remove an ejection seat on an F-35 fighter jet at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. The maintainers' dedication ensures that the jets are ready for the Air Force's mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

Two Reserve Citizen Airmen carefully lift a component during maintenance on an F-35 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. Precision is key when working on advanced aircraft systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Maintenance Group collaborate for the removal of an ejection seat on an F-35 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. Their expertise ensures that the aircraft remains ready for any mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Maintenance Group perform maintenance on an F-35 fighter jet using a hoist system at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. The team ensures the aircraft's systems are mission-ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Staff Sgt. Sara Weaver, 944th Civil Engineer Squadron, addresses participants of the 9/11 Remembrance 5K on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Weaver has organized the event for three years to ensure the memory of 9/11 continues to live on. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

A participant in the 944th Fighter Wing's 9/11 Remembrance 5K receives a medal from an event organizer and Rising Six member after completing the run on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The Rising Six is an organization of junior enlisted personnel and played a critical role in supporting this event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

Master Sgt. Michael Brick, assistant fire chief of health and safety for the 944th Fighter Wing, rings a bell in honor of fallen firefighters from 9/11 during the 9/11 Remembrance 5K on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The bell-ringing ceremony served as a tribute to the heroic first responders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

Participants in the 9/11 Remembrance 5K make their way through the course on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Staff Sgt. Sara Weaver, 944th Civil Engineer Squadron, organized the event to honor those lost on 9/11 and ensure the memory of the day continues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

Master Sgt. Michael Brick, assistant fire chief of health and safety for the 944th Fighter Wing, participates in the 9/11 Remembrance 5K in full firefighting gear on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Brick’s participation honored the firefighters who died on 9/11. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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