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The 414th Combat Training Squadron conducts Red Flag exercises to provide aircrews the experience of multiple, intensive air combat sorties in the safety of a training environment. There are three iterations of Red Flag annually, one U.S. only, one open to FVEY (Five Eyes) participants and one that welcomes an expanded roster of international allies and partners. The training occurs at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada on the Nevada Test and Training Range, the U.S. Air Force’s premier military training area with more than 12,000 square miles of airspace and 2.9 million acres of land.

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Capt. Joel Gentz Memorial Sent from Nellis to Kirtland AFB

A wooden box containing a memorial dedicated to U.S. Air Force Capt. Joel Gentz in an HC-130J Combat King II, assigned to the 79th Rescue Squadron (RQS), at Nellis Air Force Base(AFB), Nevada, April 23, 2025. 58th RQS and 79th RQS Airman coordinated to deliver the Gentz memorial to Kirtland AFB, New Mexico. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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Capt. Joel Gentz Memorial Sent from Nellis to Kirtland AFB

A U.S. Air Force HC-130J, assigned to the 79th Rescue Squadron (RQS), prepares to taxi at Nellis Air Force Base (AFB), Nevada, April 23, 2025. Airmen from the 58th RQS and the 79th RQS worked together to safely deliver the Gentz memorial to Kirtland AFB, New Mexico. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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Capt. Joel Gentz Memorial Sent from Nellis to Kirtland AFB

A wooden box containing the memorial of U.S. Air Force Capt. Joel Gentz sits on the steps of the Gentz Memorial Schoolhouse at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 23, 2025. Gentz posthumously earned a Purple Heart and the Air Force Combat Action Medal for his military service in Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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Capt. Joel Gentz Memorial Sent from Nellis to Kirtland AFB

A U.S. Air Force 58th Rescue Squadron command team carries the memorial of Capt. Joel Gentz past 58th RQS members at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 23, 2025. Gentz lost his life on a mission in Afghanistan while saving others, embodying the RQS motto, “courage and honor.” (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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Capt. Joel Gentz Memorial Sent from Nellis to Kirtland AFB

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jeff Edson, right, 58th Rescue Squadron (RQS) commander, delivers a speech in honor of Capt. Joel Gentz outside of the Gentz Memorial Schoolhouse at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 23, 2025. Gentz is remembered by current rescue Airmen as an inspiration to their motto, “courage and honor.” (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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Capt. Joel Gentz Memorial Sent from Nellis to Kirtland AFB

A U.S. Air Force 58th Rescue Squadron command team carries the memorial of Capt. Joel Gentz to the flight line at Nellis Air Force Base (AFB), Nevada, April 23, 2025. 58th RQS leadership honored Gentz’s sacrifice by traveling with his memorial to Kirtland AFB, New Mexico, where it is being relocated. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Frantz Merveus, a 57th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load team member, tightens a bolt during the first quarter weapons standardization load crew competition at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 18, 2025. Load crew competitions provide an opportunity to demonstrate mission readiness and ensure safe and proficient weapons loading procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Madison Andrews, a 57th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load team member, checks the panels of a missile during the first quarter weapons standardization load crew competition at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 18, 2025. The purpose of load crew competitions is to allow crews to showcase the skills they’ve developed while working on their aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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2025 First Quarter Weapons Standardization Load Crew Competition

A U.S. Air Force A-10C Thunderbolt II assigned to the 757th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, sits on the flight line as weapons crew members prepare for the first quarter weapons standardization load crew competition at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 18, 2025. These competitions challenge load crews to load munitions safely and swiftly with minimal discrepancies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Devon Kramm, left, a 57th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (AMXS) load crew member, operates a jammer as Staff Sgt. Madison Andrews, center, a 57th AMXS crew chief, and Senior Airman Scott Demar, right, a 57th AMXS load crew member, steady the munitions during the first quarter weapons standardization load crew competition at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 18, 2025. Crew competitions give crews the opportunity to showcase the skills they’ve developed while working on their aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Marg Heyden, a 57th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew chief, stands in front of an F-16 Fighting Falcon after participating in the first quarter weapons standardization load crew competition at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 18, 2025. Load crew competitions provide an opportunity to demonstrate mission readiness and ensure safe and proficient weapons loading procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Mark Anthony Mangune, a 57th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (AMXS) crew chief, checks a missile before loading it as Senior Airman Brighton Robinson, a 57th AMXS load crew member, operates a jammer during the first quarter weapons standardization load crew competition at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 18, 2025. Teams are judged on speed, accuracy and safety by their respective section chiefs during the competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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A paramotor parachutist carrying the United States flag performs an aerial demonstration during Aviation Nation 2025 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 5, 2025. The display honors the nation’s heritage and highlights the Air Force’s commitment to engaging with the public through inspiring and patriotic presentations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brianna Vetro)
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A paramotor parachutist leaves a trail of smoke while performing an aerial demonstration during Aviation Nation 2025 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 5, 2025. The parachutists demonstrate highlights the diverse range of aerial capabilities showcased during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brianna Vetro)
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Three U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 88th Test and Evaluation Squadron prepare to jump from an HH-60W Jolly Green II for a Combat Arms Demonstration (CAD) during Aviation Nation Air Show 2025 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 5, 2025. The CAD showcased aerial and rescue capabilities of all participants involved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jose Miguel T. Tamondong)
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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Trevor Clark, an 88th Test and Evaluation Squadron pararescueman jumps from an HH-60W Jolly Green II for Combat Arms Demonstration (CAD) during Aviation Nation Air Show 2025 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 5, 2025. The CAD showcased aerial and rescue capabilities of all participants involved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jose Miguel T. Tamondong)
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A guest of the Aviation Nation 2025 air show explores inside an HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopter at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 5, 2025. The static display offers visitors a closer look at the next generation of combat rescue helicopters, showcasing its advanced capabilities in personnel recovery and combat search and rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brianna Vetro)
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Attendees of Aviation Nation 2025 interact with military equipment at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 5, 2025. Aviation Nation offers a glimpse into the dedication and sacrifice of Airmen, fostering public pride and appreciation for the vital role of air power in safeguarding the nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brianna Vetro)
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A Quadrupedal Unmanned Ground Vehicle (QUGV) walks along the flightline during Aviation Nation 2025 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 5, 2025. The QUGV highlights the evolving role of robotics in modern operations, showcasing its potential to support increased mobility and versatility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brianna Vetro)
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A de Havilland DH100 Vampire taxis the flightline during Aviation Nation 2025 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, April 5, 2025. The historic aircraft offers attendees a glimpse into the evolution of aviation technology and its pivotal role in shaping airpower history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brianna Vetro)
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