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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Desert Hammer 2024: Security Forces Forge the Shield of Mission Readiness

944th Fighter Wing Reserve Citizen Airmen Security Forces personnel coordinate logistics as part of Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Through joint and multinational collaboration, Desert Hammer tests the ability of over 700 participants and 131 aircraft to operate, defend, and sustain airbases under austere conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)

PHOTO BY: Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken
VIRIN: 241114-F-XK427-1064.JPG
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NIKON Z 6_2

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VR 70-200mm f/2.8E

APERTURE

71/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/500

ISO

640

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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