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210614-O-UL930-726

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fight Falcon assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 459th Air Refueling Wing, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2021, June 14. The 459th ARW will provide air-to-air refueling to multinational fighter aircraft in the Arctic, allowing fighters to focus on offensive and defensive scenarios in the air and on the ground in Sweden, Finland and Norway. Events such as ACE 21 provide vital opportunities for integrated, Total Force training with Reserve units and our partner nations’ militaries to ensure interoperability. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Paul Abacon)

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210614-O-UL930-713

A Norwegian F-15 Lighting II approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 459th Air Refueling Wing, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2021, June 14. The 459th ARW will provide air-to-air refueling to allies and partners allowing them to improve interoperability and train in all possible aspects of air operations in the Nordic regions. Regularly scheduled exercises like ACE 21 provide opportunities to enhance interoperability and strengthen partnerships. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Paul Abacon)

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210614-O-UL930-711

Tech. Sgt. Mark Simmons, a U.S. Air Force Reserve boom operator assigned to the 459th Air Refueling Wing, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, makes adjustments in the boom pod as he prepares to refuel aircraft in the high north during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2021, June 14. ACE 21 is a joint, multinational exercise taking place in Sweden, Finland and Norway, with two main waves of daily air operations consisting of large-scale air operations including air-to-air and air-to-ground training, low level flying, air-to-air refueling and live firing. Coordination with Arctic allies, regional partners, and the Joint and Total Force is critical to ensuring regional security. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Paul Abacon)

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210614-O-UL930-708

A Danish F-16 Fighting Falcon connects with a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 459th Air Refueling Wing, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2021, June 14. ACE 21 is a joint, multinational training event that creates a significant measure of autonomy for European partners and U.S. forces across the European theater to build security together by exercising high-intensity and global peer competitor combat scenarios. ACE 21 provides participating units with the possibility to train with the best in all possible aspects of air operations, including offensive and defensive scenarios consisting of air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Paul Abacon)

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210614-O-UL930-661

Capt. Kyle Swenson and Lt. Col. Dave Drane, both U.S. Air Force Reserve pilots assigned to the 459th Air Refueling Wing, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, perform their preflight checks at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, as they prepare to provide air-to-air refueling during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2021, June 14. ACE 21 is a joint, multinational exercise conducted every other year, giving invited nations an opportunity to participate in cross Border Training in northern parts of the Nordic countries. CBT events are cost-efficient exercises where the respective nations’ fighter jets operating from their home bases meet in the air to practice a variety of scenarios in a unique airspace. We are able to maintain a global presence through the combined efforts of our active duty, National Guard and Reserve Partners. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Paul Abacon)

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210614-O-UL930-648

Master Sgt. Patrice Akakpo, a U.S. Air Force Reserve aircraft technician assigned to the 459th Air Refueling Wing, Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, is conducting pre-flight checks and making sure the primary and secondary oxygen systems are full on a KC-135 Stratotanker during Arctic Challenge Exercise 2021, at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, June 14. ACE 21 will involve a combination of flight operations, and includes participation from Denmark, Finland, Germany, NATO, The Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and the U.K. Our ability to quickly respond and reassure allies and partners rests upon the fact that we are here, in Europe, forward and ready. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Paul Abacon)

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210225-F-FC975-1727

Air Force Uniform Office members 1st Lt. Avery Thomson and 2nd Lt. Maverick Wilhite put updated versions of the Air Force physical training uniform through their paces at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Feb. 25, 2021. The Air Force Uniform Office is part of the Human Systems Division in the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center's Agile Combat Support Directorate. This is the first update to the PT uniform in more than 16 years. Over 150 Airmen participated in testing the new gear. The new ensemble currently consists of a jacket, a pair of pants, a t-shirt and two types of shorts; a lined runner's short and a longer unlined multipurpose short. A long sleeve t-shirt and a hoodie are in development. The ensemble features improved fabrics that are softer and quick drying, and have antimicrobial technology, which helps with moisture and odor control. The new uniform items are entering the production phase and will be available to Airmen sometime in 2022. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jim Varhegyi)

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Recruiters, spouses attend Memorial Day NASCAR race

Dinah Thomas, center, with her husband, Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas, Air Force Recruiting Service commander, join recruiters for a group photo during a NASCAR recruiting event Memorial Day weekend in May 2021. Thomas said it was not only the first race she attended but also the first time she saw recruiters in action and was inspired. It is her goal to make sure spouses of recruiters have a military spouse's guide to help those married to recruiters understand the new, often-demanding job their spouse will have when they join the AFRS family. (Courtesy photo)

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June Warrior of the Month

June Warrior of the Month

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Dr. Colin Kahl, hosting his first Town Hall at the Pentagon

Colin Kahl, undersecretary of defense for policy, speaks at a policy town hall meeting to lay out his priorities in support of the Secretary of Defense’s priorities, May 26, 2021.

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Arctic Intersection

ARCTIC OCEAN � The Canadian Coast Guard Ship Louis S. St-Laurent ties up to the Coast Guard Cutter Healy in the Arctic Ocean Sept. 5, 2009. The two ships are taking part in a multi-year, multi-agency Arctic survey that will help define the Arctic continental shelf.

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Air Force recruiting seeks to broaden applicant pool to find best and brightest

A group of Air Force mentors attend a training session given by Air Force Recruiting Service's Detachment 1 during an Aim High outreach event at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Nov. 15, 2019. Aim High Outreach is an AFRS Det. 1 sponsored event and is an innovative program organic to Det. 1 supporting initiatives across all four Rated Diversity Improvement lines of efforts by achieving the following objectives: youth engagement, community outreach, and professional development and networking. (Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Chance Babin)

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Wingman/Shipmate Day competitions strengthen bonds between squadrons

Service members cross the finish line of a 5-kilometer race during Wingman/Shipmate Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 11, 2021. Wingman/Shipmate Day is a chance for service members to compete and strengthen the bonds between squadrons at JBA, with activities such as basketball, golf, tennis, music and other family events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bridgitte Taylor)

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From Chief to Deputy U.S. Marshal: 459th MSG Chief supports COVID-19 vaccination efforts

Chief Master Sgt. Winstone Nisbet, 459th Mission Support Group Superintendent, poses for a photo May 5, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Nesbit is also a full-time Deputy U.S. Marshal with the U.S. Marshals Service. There, he is assigned to Strategic National Stockpile Security Operations and is currently on a task force providing armed security for all vaccine movement across the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado/Released)

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From Chief to Deputy U.S. Marshal:

Chief Master Sgt. Winstone Nisbet, 459th Mission Support Group Superintendent, poses for a photo May 5, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Nesbit is also a full-time Deputy U.S. Marshal with the U.S. Marshals Service. There, he is assigned to Strategic National Stockpile Security Operations and is currently on a task force providing armed security for all vaccine movement across the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado/Released)

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From Chief to Deputy U.S. Marshal:

Air Force Reservist Chief Master Sgt. Winstone Nisbet is the superintendent of the 459th Mission Support Group at Joint Base Andrews, Md., and he is also a Deputy U.S. Marshal with the U.S. Marshals Service currently serving on a task force directly impacting the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines across the U.S. (Courtesy Photo)

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Congressional staff members participate in 459th ARW refueling mission

Col. Daniel Menashi, 459th Operations Group Commander, speaks with congressional staff members Kelly Goggin and Phil MacNaughton prior to boarding an Air Force Reserve KC-135 Stratotanker May 4, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. The congressional staff members visited the wing to observe an air refueling mission with an E-8C Joint STARS aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado/Released)

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Congressional staff members participate in 459th ARW refueling mission

Congressional staff member Phil MacNaughton lays next to Tech. Sgt. Mark Simmons, 756th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, as he demonstrates how to operate the boom during flight May 4, 2021, out of Joint Base Andrews, Md. The congressional staff members visited the wing to observe an air refueling mission with an E-8C Joint STARS aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado/Released)

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Congressional staff members participate in 459th ARW refueling mission

Congressional staff member Kelly Goggin lays next to Tech. Sgt. Mark Simmons, 756th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, as he demonstrates how to operate the boom during flight May 4, 2021, out of Joint Base Andrews, Md. The congressional staff members visited the wing to observe an air refueling mission with an E-8C Joint STARS aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado/Released)

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Congressional staff members participate in 459th ARW refueling mission

Col. Daniel Menashi gives a pre-flight briefing to congressional staff members (from left to right) Phil McNaughton, Dave Sienicki and Kelly Goggin, prior to take off May 4, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. The congressional staff members visited the wing to observe an air refueling mission with an E-8C Joint STARS aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado/Released)

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