Refueling the Rescue Mission

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron operate combat systems equipment aboard an HC-130J Combat King II over the Gulf of Mexico, Aug. 26, 2026. Combat systems officers provide aircraft with offensive and defensive capabilities to support mission effectiveness and maintain the safety of the aircraft and aircrew. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Howell)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Rachel Howell
VIRIN: 260825-F-FB609-1141.JPG
FULL SIZE: 5.51 MB
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

28/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/800

ISO

1250

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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