An official website of the United States government
A .mil website belongs to an official U.S. Department of Defense organization in the United States.
A lock (lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .mil website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Image Gallery

Clear Filters | 81 - 100 of 11320 results

Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members conduct a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. Both forces participated in a FOD walk to reinforce operational discipline and protect critical assets supporting the generation of combat air power across the region. Partner nation integration is crucial to maintaining strong relationships and building upon the shared commitment to operational safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Air Force Maj. Preston Egan, 378th Air Expeditionary Wing chief of safety, along with U.S. and Royal Saudi Air Force service members prepare to conduct a foreign object debris walk on the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. Through daily FOD walks, U.S. and partner nation forces foster integral relationships, build communication and highlight each nation’s ability to prioritize aircraft safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members pose for a group photo after conducting a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. Sustained regional collaboration, training and innovation remain vital to global stability and security in the CENTCOM AOR. Engagements like this emphasize, demonstrate and effectively integrate the complementary capabilities of each nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Caleb Odom, 378th Air Expeditionary Wing noncommissioned officer in charge of flight safety, left, and a Royal Saudi Air Force service member conduct a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. FOD walks are a systematic inspection that U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members use in areas such as ramps, runways and taxiways to identify and remove any foreign objects or debris that could pose a threat to aircraft and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members walk side-by-side during a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. FOD walks are a first line of defense, preventing aircraft damage before takeoff, maintaining the integrity of the flightline and preserving the ability to rapidly generate combat air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Partners in Prevention: 378th AEW and RSAF conduct an integrated FOD walk

U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members conduct a foreign object debris walk across the flightline within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 7, 2025. Routine FOD walks are essential for maintaining the integrity of the flightline, mitigating the risk of aircraft damage and offer the opportunity to collaborate with regional partners through the shared interest of safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Same Mission, Same Mindset: 378th ECES EOD partners with RSAF

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight and members of the Royal Saudi Air Force pose for a group photo after a skill exchange event within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 30, 2025. This engagement exemplifies the Air Force’s commitment to building resilient partnerships and sustaining global security through integrated EOD operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Same Mission, Same Mindset: 378th ECES EOD partners with RSAF

A Royal Saudi Air Force service member listens to a 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal presentation within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 30, 2025. Regional partner integration engagements are critical in creating seamless operational cohesion, allowing both forces to respond collaboratively in austere and unpredictable environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Same Mission, Same Mindset: 378th ECES EOD partners with RSAF

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dylan Thorpe, 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of explosive ordnance disposal supply, discusses an OFG-7 High Explosive Anti-Tank rocket propelled grenade with members of the Royal Saudi Air Force during a skill exchange presentation within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 30, 2025. This bilateral skill exchange focused on identifying, neutralizing and disposing of hazardous ordnance, ensuring both nations can respond quickly and effectively to emerging threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Same Mission, Same Mindset: 378th ECES EOD partners with RSAF

An inert 81mm white phosphorus mortar lays on the ground during a 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight demonstration for members of the Royal Saudi Air Force within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 30, 2025. The integration between Royal Saudi Air Force and 378th ECES EOD strengthens mission readiness and builds trust between regional partners in complex environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Same Mission, Same Mindset: 378th ECES EOD partners with RSAF

An inert 81mm white phosphorus mortar sits on a desk during a presentation by U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 30, 2025. During the shared event with the Royal Saudi Air Force, 378th ECES EOD technicians detailed critical tactics and procedures to enhance standardized techniques and reduce response time during real-world contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Same Mission, Same Mindset: 378th ECES EOD partners with RSAF

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight and members of the Royal Saudi Air Force brief a presentation on EOD tactics and procedures within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 30, 2025. 378th ECES EOD technicians partnered with the Royal Saudi Air Force through integrated classroom and hands-on exercises to enhance interoperability and improve regional explosive threat response capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Payload Showdown: 378th AEW hosts CENTCOM’s largest load comp

U.S. Airmen and Royal Saudi Air Force service members pose for a photo after a load competition within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 20, 2025. More than 50 RSAF service members, predominately weapons crews, from multiple bases attended the event to exchange tactics, share techniques and engage in the morale event with U.S. Airmen, enhancing partner nation integration and shared interests in regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Payload Showdown: 378th AEW hosts CENTCOM’s largest load comp

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 55th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron and 79th EFGS debrief with each other and evaluators after a load competition within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 20, 2025. Load competitions are fueled by squadron pride and friendly rivalry, although only one team is declared the winner, weapons load crews improve the lethality of the Air Force as a whole by exchanging skills, experience and tactics to enhance performance of all weapons members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Payload Showdown: 378th AEW hosts CENTCOM’s largest load comp

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 79th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron load an AIM-120, while evaluators watch their performance during a load competition within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 20, 2025. Evaluators are Weapons Standardization members who are highly trained to scrutinize every action and detail of the load crews’ work. The evaluators annotate infractions, which are then tallied and combined with the time it took to complete the loadout, to ultimately determine a winning team. Speed and precision are crucial components crews need to load successful configurations used to generate air power for combat operations around the AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Payload Showdown: 378th AEW hosts CENTCOM’s largest load comp

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Putreal Morgan, 79th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, attaches fins to an AIM-120 during a load competition within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 20, 2025. The competition showcased the speed, agility, and operational readiness weapons load crews need to complete time sensitive mission configurations with precision in support of real world combat operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Payload Showdown: 378th AEW hosts CENTCOM’s largest load comp

U.S. Air Force Joemari Lamorena, 79th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew chief, guides an AIM-120 onto a LAU-129 during a load competition within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 20, 2025. Teams from the competing squadrons work in three-man units to load munition systems, verify the load checklist, and ensure the racks the munitions mount to function properly, demonstrating the teamwork, skill and accuracy crews need to generate air power in support of CENTCOM objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Payload Showdown: 378th AEW hosts CENTCOM’s largest load comp

From left, U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adrion Hurd, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, and Staff Sgt. Oscar Fernández, 55th EFGS weapons load crew chief, guide an AIM-120 into place during a load competition within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 20, 2025. All competing crews completed the configuration in less than half the time allotted by the Air Force Instruction, demonstrating the job expertise and skill of weapons crews members and their ability to rapidly generate various configurations in a moment’s notice within a dynamic threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Payload Showdown: 378th AEW hosts CENTCOM’s largest load comp

U.S. Air Force Airmen transport an AIM-120 to load onto an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a load competition within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 20, 2025. The AIM-120 is a battle proven air-to-air missile with all-weather and beyond visual range capabilities, that uses an active radar to guide it to the intended target. Weapons load crew members are experts in loading a variety of munition system configurations, enabling the 378th Air Expeditionary Wing to generate air power that continues to dominate the battlespace amidst new threats with innovative weaponry. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)
Details Download

Payload Showdown: 378th AEW hosts CENTCOM’s largest load comp

From left, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Logan Millman, Staff Sgt. William Taylor and Senior Airman Dimitri Rojas, all weapons load crew members assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, take a moment to compose their thoughts and prepare before facing off in a load competition within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 20, 2025. Load competitions are fueled by squadron pride and friendly rivalry, although only one team is declared the winner, weapons load crews improve the lethality of the Air Force as a whole by exchanging skills, experience and tactics to enhance performance of all weapons members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)
Details Download