Contracting lifts heavy for Talon Shield

Lt. Cole Kirby, left, 319th Contracting Squadron officer, and Staff Sgt. Asante Nieves, 319th CS contract specialist, pose in front of vehicles they procured and an RC-135V/W Rivet Joint during exercise Talon Shield at Royal Australian Air Force Base Edinburgh, July 7, 2025. Talon Shield had an extensive preparation addressed logistical, financial, legal, and market research challenges to expedite critical procurements, ranging from lodging and transportation to customs clearance, ultimately enabling mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Chris Thornbury)

PHOTO BY: Tech. Sgt. Chris Thornbury
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NIKON Z 6_2

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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11

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1/400

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400

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