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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 31st Air Expeditionary Wing conduct all domain command and control operations during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2026. The exercise showcased the 31st AEW’s operational C2 capabilities, demonstrating seamless integration of joint and combined forces under a unified command structure. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel White)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 51st Combat Communications Squadron manages communication networks inside an expeditionary wing operations center during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 21, 2026. The exercise showcased the 31st AEW’s operational C2 capabilities, demonstrating seamless integration of joint and combined forces under a unified command structure. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel White)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 31st Combat Air Base Squadron marshals aircraft for night flying operations during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 20, 2026. The cross-functional teams that make up the 31st CABS enhance operational flexibility and ensure mission continuity. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel White)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Katherine Cota, 35th Fighter Squadron weapons team chief, conducts pre-flight checks for night flying operations during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 20, 2026. Throughout the exercise, the 31st AEW synchronized joint and combined airpower through operational command and control across the battlespace. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel White)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 31st Combat Air Base Squadron refuels a Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232 F/A-18 Hornet during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 20, 2026. Together, 31st AEW and 31st CABS prepare Mission Ready Airmen capable of executing a variety of roles in dynamic environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel White)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 31st Combat Air Base Squadron maintain security at an entry control point during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 21, 2026. Throughout the exercise, 31st CABS demonstrated its ability to provide critical sustainment, including food, medical, fuel, and security services, at a main operating base and during dispersed operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ty Pilgrim)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 31st Combat Air Base Squadron prepares to marshal aircraft for night flying operations during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 20, 2026. Together, the 31st AEW and 31st CABS prepare Mission Ready Airmen capable of executing a variety of roles in dynamic environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel White)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 31st Air Expeditionary Wing in-process Republic of Korea air force pilots during exercise Freedom Flag 26-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 14, 2026. The 31st Air Task Force, operating as the 31st AEW during FF 26-1, fields operation-ready forces capable of rapidly receiving, staging, integrating, and employing joint and combined forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Daniel White)

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MAG-11 Commanding Officer Final Flight

3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

June 25, 2025 | 4:05

U.S. Marine Corps Col. William J. Mitchell, the commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, flies an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 323, MAG-11, 3rd MAW, during his final flight at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, June 25, 2025. Mitchell’s final flight in command marked the culmination of his time as MAG-11's commanding officer, achieving over 150 hours of expert flight instruction to both F/A-18 and F-35 aircrews from across the group, leading the group in its first overseas deployment in two decades which included equipping Carrier Strike Group 3 with their only fifth-generation stealth fighter squadron, and leading F-35C pilots though their first cyclic operations period. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Nan Yang)

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U.S. Marine Corps Col. William J. Mitchell, the commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, flies an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 323, MAG-11, 3rd MAW, during his final flight at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, June 25, 2025. Mitchell’s final flight in command marked the culmination of his time as MAG-11's commanding officer, achieving over 150 hours of expert flight instruction to both F/A-18 and F-35 aircrews from across the group, leading the group in its first overseas deployment in two decades which included equipping Carrier Strike Group 3 with their only fifth-generation stealth fighter squadron, and leading F-35C pilots though their first cyclic operations period. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Nan Yang) More

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Coach Fickell flies with 16th WPS

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16th WPS supports Las Vegas Aviators 4th of July flyover

Red Flag-Nellis 25-2 Launches

Red Flag-Nellis 25-2 Launches

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Red Flag-Nellis 25-2 Maintenance and Taxis

64th AGRS participate in Red Flag 24-3

64th AGRS participate in Red Flag 24-3

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Red Flag 24-3 Spangdahlem Avionics Technicians

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WSINT 24-A Take offs fighters

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Red Flag 24-2 Night take offs with city 2 of 2

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Red Flag 24-2 Night take offs with city 1 of 2

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Red Flag-Nellis 24-2 Night ops 1 of 2

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Red Flag-Nellis 24-2 Night launches

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Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., is one of the largest fighter bases in the world. Aircraft from Nellis operate on the Nevada Test and Training Range, which offers more than 15,000 square miles of airspace and 4,700 square miles of restricted land. More than 75 percent of all live munitions used by the Air Force for training are dropped on the Nevada Test and Training Range. From 100 feet above the ground to twice the speed of sound, Nellis conducts advanced combat training, performs operational test and evaluation, and develops tactics.

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Staff Sgt. Scott Stump, 926th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, works on an F-16, Feb. 6, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada.

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