Scott AFB successfully hot-pit refuels F-35 for the first time,

U.S. Air Force Col. John Poole, 375th Air Mobility Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Andrews, 375th AMW command chief, speak to Airmen during the first-ever hot-pit refueling of F-35A Lightning IIs on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Jan. 18, 2024. Scott’s ability to refuel the F-35A contributes to the Air Force's overall combat readiness and power projection capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class De’Quan Simmons)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class De'Quan Simmons
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NIKON Z 8

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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56/10

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1/640

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250

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