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Paving the way: 1st ETSG delivers critical foundation for regional stability

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Sadie Lambert, 1st Expeditionary Theater Support Group, contracting officer, teaches kids how to play American football during a community engagement event near a base in within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 28, 2025. Airmen volunteered at a local school, mentoring students on the fundamentals of American football. Through drills, teamwork, and shared experiences, this engagement fostered cultural exchange and strengthened connections between U.S. forces and the local population. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)
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Paving the way: 1st ETSG delivers critical foundation for regional stability

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Josh Rich, 1st Expeditionary Theater Support Group, senior enlisted leader, teaches a kid how to play American football during a community engagement event near a base in within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 28, 2025. Airmen volunteered at a local school, mentoring students on the fundamentals of American football. Through drills, teamwork, and shared experiences, this engagement fostered cultural exchange and strengthened connections between U.S. forces and the local population. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)
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Paving the way: 1st ETSG delivers critical foundation for regional stability

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Cristen Rosario, 1st Expeditionary Theater Support Group, site senior enlisted leader, teaches kids how to play American football during a community engagement event near a base in within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 28, 2025. Airmen volunteered at a local school, mentoring students on the fundamentals of American football. Through drills, teamwork, and shared experiences, this engagement fostered cultural exchange and strengthened connections between U.S. forces and the local population. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. Richard P. Ebensberger)
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Blue Sands 26.1 fortifies integrated air defense and C-UAS capab

A U.S. Air Force 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft takes off during Blue Sands 26.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 11, 2025. This routine, multinational exercise focuses on refining shared command and control and joint targeting procedures, ultimately enabling faster and more precise defensive responses to missile and unmanned aerial system threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Blue Sands 26.1 fortifies integrated air defense and C-UAS capab

U.S. Air Force Capt. Austin Aitro, 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron pilot, conducts preflight checks during Blue Sands 26.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 11, 2025. Blue Sands 26.1 emphasizes defensive tactics, techniques, and procedures with scenarios designed to enhance integrated air defense capabilities in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Blue Sands 26.1 fortifies integrated air defense and C-UAS capab

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Leo Kim, 555th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, cleans an F-16 Fighting Falcon canopy during Blue Sands 26.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 11, 2025. This routine, multinational exercise focuses on refining shared command and control and joint targeting procedures, ultimately enabling faster and more precise defensive responses to missile and unmanned aerial system threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Blue Sands 26.1 fortifies integrated air defense and C-UAS capab

U.S. Air Force 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron and 510th EFS F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft taxi during Blue Sands 26.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 11, 2025. This defensive-focused exercise, facilitated by U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker air-to-air refueling, enhances multinational integration, interoperability, and lethality through sustained counter-unmanned aircraft systems and integrated air and missile defense training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Blue Sands 26.1 fortifies integrated air defense and C-UAS capab

U.S. Air Force 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron and 510th EFS F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft taxi during Blue Sands 26.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 11, 2025. The exercise integrates U.S. Air Force personnel with partner nations to build upon existing tactics, techniques, and procedures in a joint environment with the shared goal of ensuring a secure and stable region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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Blue Sands 26.1 fortifies integrated air defense and C-UAS capab

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Leo Kim, 555th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, unwraps a cable as part of preflight checks during Blue Sands 26.1 within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 11, 2025. Blue Sands 26.1 demonstrates the commitment of the U.S., partner nations, and allies to safeguard population centers, facilities, and vital maritime and air corridors from potential threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman De’Quan Simmons)
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US-Emiratis Run Together

U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Hagemeyer runs in a U.S.-Emirati partner 5K race in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. U.S. and Emirati service members showcased cooperation and unity through physical challenge, supporting relationship-building beyond daily operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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US-Emiratis Run Together

An Emirati servicemember runs the last part of a U.S.-Emirati partner 5K race in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. Participants from both nations came together through shared effort and collective determination, helping build trust and reinforce enduring cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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US-Emiratis Run Together

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kim Kangdouangnhot, 380th Financial Management specialist, runs the last leg of a U.S.-Emirati partner 5K race in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. U.S. and Emirati runners demonstrated unity through endurance, teamwork, and mutual respect, reinforcing the value of strong international partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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US-Emiratis Run Together

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing and Emirati servicemembers run in a partner 5K race in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. Participants from the United States and the United Arab Emirates came together through friendly competition and teamwork, strengthening relationships and mutual understanding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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Brothers in Service: Family ties strengthen the mission

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jorge Padro, 609th Air Operations Center deputy commander for mission support, and Capt. Eric Padro, Ninth Air Force Task Force 99 director of acquisition, stand together within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 15, 2025. The brothers, both engineering and acquisition officers, are deployed to the same location for the first time in their Air Force careers, an uncommon family connection that highlights the enduring bonds of service within U.S. Air Forces Central’s diverse mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco) (Photo has been edited for security purposes)
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U.S. - Emiratis Run Together

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing and Emirati servicemembers wait at the starting line as they prepare to participate in a partner 5K race in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. U.S. and Emirati service members showcased cooperation and unity through physical challenge, supporting relationship-building beyond daily operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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U.S. - Emiratis Run Together

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing and Emirati servicemembers walk to the starting line as they prepare to participate in a partner 5K race in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. U.S. and Emirati runners demonstrated unity through endurance, teamwork, and mutual respect, reinforcing the value of strong international partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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U.S. - Emiratis Run Together

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing prepare to board a bus to participate in a partner 5K race with their Emirati counterparts in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. Participants from the United States and the United Arab Emirates came together through friendly competition and teamwork, strengthening relationships and mutual understanding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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U.S. - Emiratis Run Together

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing and Emirati servicemembers ran together in a partner 5K race in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. Participants from the United States and the United Arab Emirates come together through friendly competition and teamwork, strengthening relationships and mutual understanding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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U.S. - Emiratis Run Together

Emirati servicemembers prepare medals for presentation after a U.S.-Emirati partner 5K race in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. U.S. and Emirati service members showcased cooperation and unity through physical challenge, supporting relationship-building beyond daily operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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U.S. - Emiratis Run Together

An Emirati servicemember runs during a U.S.-Emirati partner 5K race in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 18, 2025. Participants from both nations came together through shared effort and collective determination, helping build trust and reinforce enduring cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason)
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