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Tyndall AFB showcases innovation with New F-35 weighing methods

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Hardy Blazian, 95th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, secures a load cell beneath an F-35A Lightning II at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 9, 2025. The load cells are undergoing testing on the F-35 to determine their ability to enhance operational efficiency across the force by cutting down the time needed to weigh the aircraft by 50 percent. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Victoria Moehlman)
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Tyndall AFB showcases innovation with New F-35 weighing methods

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 325th Maintenance Squadron set up a load cell under an F-35A Lightning II at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 9, 2025. A load cell is a suitcase-sized device on a tripod that fits under each wing and the nose of an aircraft to get an accurate weight. Originally designed for the F-22 Raptor, the load cells are now being evaluated on the F-35A to streamline weighing processes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Victoria Moehlman)
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ACC Focuses on Readiness, Warfighter Excellence During Under Secretary's Visit

Under Secretary of the Air Force Matt Lohmeier speaks with Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, during an ACC immersion tour at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Sept. 9, 2025. Lohmeier used the visit to gain a deeper understanding of how ACC headquarters trains and develops air combat forces for U.S. warfighting commanders and how ACC headquarters is developing the next generation of warfighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taryn Onyon)
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ACC command team visits Beale AFB

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command (ACC) assembles a GBU-38 bomb during a visit to Beale Air Base, California, Sept. 5th, 2025. Spain visited the 9th Munitions Squadron’s Air Force Combat Ammunition Center main staging area as part of an immersive tour of the 9th Reconnaissance Wing. The visit deepened his understanding of the critical role the wing plays to advance ACC’s mission by providing high altitude reconnaissance, mission ready airmen, and combat ammunition expertise to combatant commands, while integrating resilient installation services. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Chen)
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ACC command team visits Beale AFB

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command (ACC) gives a speech at the 2025 Beale Air Force Ball at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Wheatland, California, Sept. 5, 2025. This year’s ball was hosted by the 9th Reconnaissance Wing and commemorated the Air Force’s 78th birthday and served as a tribute to honor the legacy, achievements and milestones of the Air Force since its founding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Pentzer)
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ACC command team visits Beale AFB

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Unterseher, command Chief Master Sergeant for Air Combat Command (ACC) assembles a GBU-38 bomb during a visit to Beale Air Base, California, Sept. 5th, 2025. ACC leadership visited the 9th Munitions Squadron’s Air Force Combat Ammunition Center main staging area as part of an immersive tour of the 9th Reconnaissance Wing. The visit deepened their understanding of the critical role the wing plays to advance ACC’s mission by providing high altitude reconnaissance, mission ready airmen and combat ammunition expertise to combatant commands, while integrating resilient installation services. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chelsea Arana)
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ACC command team visits Beale AFB

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command (ACC) is briefed by Senior Airman Benas Jonikas, 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron U-2 assistant dedicated crew chief, during a visit to Beale Air Base, California, Sept. 5th, 2025. Spain visited various units of the 9th Reconnaissance Wing to deepen his understanding of the critical role the wing plays to advance ACC’s mission by providing high altitude reconnaissance, mission ready airmen, and combat ammunition expertise to combatant commands, while integrating resilient installation services. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chelsea Arana)
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In this week's look around the Air Force, a new Collaborative Combat Aircraft platform takes flight in a big step toward flying alongside manned fighter jets, alternative navigation software tests whether aircraft can use internal GPS measures without relying on outside sources in combat, and the Air National Guard conducts a first-of-its-kind test to evaluate helicopter countermeasures against fighter jets.
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Innovative Radio Connects Global Aircraft

Tech. Sgt. Gabriel Simonsen, a client systems administrator poses for a photo.(U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt Rebecca Abordo)
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Innovative Radio Connects Global Aircraft

Tech. Sgt. Gabriel Simonsen, a client systems administrator, assembles a Mobile User Objective System (MOUS) and integrates it with an AN/PRC-117G radio. The system provides beyond-line-of-sight communications, enabling clear contact with aircraft anywhere around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Rebecca Abordo)
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Innovative Radio Connects Global Aircraft

Tech. Sgt. Gabriel Simonsen and Tech. Sgt. Michael Cruz, client systems administrators, assembles a Mobile User Objective System (MOUS) and integrates it with an AN/PRC-117G radio. The system provides beyond-line-of-sight communications, enabling clear contact with aircraft anywhere around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Rebecca Abordo)
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IROC is changing the way bases operate

Cara Davidson, innovations program manager at AFCEC’s Natural Disaster Recovery Division, explains IROC and other Installation of the Future technologies at the Tyndall Air Force Base Power Up Expo booth, Sept. 4, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Christine A. Walker)
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U.S., Norway test maritime strike in High North

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit, center, from the 72d Test and Evaluation Squadron assigned to the 53rd Wing, a Royal Norwegian Air Force P-8 Poseidon, center back, and four Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35 Lightning II, right and left, fly in formation over Norway, Sept. 3, 2025. The U.S. partnered with Norwegian Allies to test next-generation precision maritime strike capabilities. The event advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures for long-range sensor-to-shooter operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Jesenia Landaverde)
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U.S., Norway test maritime strike in High North

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit, center, from the 53rd Wing, Eglin Air Force Base, a U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon, right, and four Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35 Lightning II, left, fly in formation over Norway, Sept. 3, 2025. The U.S. partnered with Norwegian Allies to test next-generation precision maritime strike capabilities. The event advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures for long-range sensor-to-shooter operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Jesenia Landaverde)
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U.S., Norway test maritime strike in High North

A Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35 Lightning II approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, for fuel over Norway Sept. 3, 2025. The U.S. partnered with Norwegian Allies to test next-generation precision maritime strike capabilities. The KC-135s also played a critical role in the strike, supporting U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit and Norwegian F-35s journey to and from the region. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Jesenia Landaverde)
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U.S., Norway test maritime strike in High North

A B-2 Spirit aircraft carrying Joint Direct Attack Munitions taxis on the flight line at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, Sept. 2, 2025. JDAMs were used for an Air Force Research Laboratory QUICKSINK Joint Capability Technology Demonstration in the High North, in collaboration with Norwegian Allies, where the precision-guided munitions validated maritime strike capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert E. Hicks)
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Strike Eagle

An F-15E Strike Eagle loaded up with AGR-20F Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System II laser-guided rockets waits for its next mission in the area of responsibility. (Courtesy photo)
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Strike Eagle

A 96th Test Wing F-15E Strike Eagle lifts off for a test mission at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The 96 TW and the 53rd Wing teamed up to test AGR-20F Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System II laser-guided rockets on the F-15E in May in an effort to get the capability to the warfighter as quickly as possible. (Courtesy photo)
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Epperson takes charge of the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David C. Epperson, incoming commander of the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center, delivers remarks during a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Aug. 28, 2025. The ceremony marked the formal transition of leadership, allowing personnel to recognize the incoming commander and reaffirm the center’s mission continuity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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Epperson takes charge of the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Christopher J. Niemi, outgoing commander of the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center (USAFWC), delivers farewell remarks during a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Aug. 28, 2025. The USAFWC oversees five wings and two named units with more than 13,000 personnel, conducting operational testing, tactics development, advanced training exercises and integrated force employment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders)
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