U.S. F-16 Fighting Falcons depart for Falcon Talon 2024
U.S. Air Force Capt. Chaz Smidt, 510th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, performs a preflight inspection before departing for exercise Falcon Talon 2024 at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 31, 2024. Falcon Talon is designed to develop key professional relationships with regional allies and partners for the long-term security and stability of the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan Hayman)