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Friends and family welcome 555th FS personnel

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Eric Kitaif, 555th Fighter Squadron commander, embraces his family after returning from a deployment at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 22, 2025. The 555th Fighter Squadron bolstered security within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility during their deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jenna A. Bond)

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Friends and family welcome 555th FS personnel

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jeremy Osborne, 555th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, embraces his daughter after returning home from deployment at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 22, 2025. The 555th FS bolstered security within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility during their deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jenna A. Bond)

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Combined Strike 25

U.S. Air Force F-35 Lighting IIs and F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 48th and 31st Fighter Wings respectively fly in during Exercise Combined Strike 25 along the coast of Italy, August 18, 2025. Integration flying training is key to enhancing interoperability with NATO partners and increasing our readiness capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Jakel)

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DAF WCAP Athletes Shine on the Road to LA28 and Cortina 2026

Senior Airman Daniel Michalski and Airman 1st Class Nick Christie pose for a photo at the North American, Central American Championships at Freeport Stadium - Grand Bahama. Michalski took gold in the 3,000-meter steeplechase, qualifying him for the World Championships in Tokyo Sept. 13–21. Christie earned bronze in the 20-kilometer racewalk with a time of 1:32.15 and awaits final world rankings for potential qualification. (Courtesy photo)

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31st Operations Group War Day exercise

A U.S. Air Force HC-130J takes off during the Operations Group War Day exercise at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 7, 2025. OG War Day is a large force exercise that showcased the ability to execute simultaneous operations as a Wing in the event of a real-world combat rescue requirement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

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Operations Group War Day exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Carson McKay, 510th Fighter Squadron pilot, activates an MK-125 signaling device for rescue during water survival training in the Adriatic Sea, Aug. 7, 2025. Aircrew have multiple tools such as reflectors and strobe lights that can be used to signal for help. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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Operations Group War Day exercise

Senior Airman Spenser Ferguson, 31st Operational Support Squadron survival, evasion, resistance and escape specialist, buckles his helmet during water survival training on the Adriatic Sea, Aug. 7, 2025. This training was a portion of Operations Group War Day, a large force exercise that showcased the ability to execute simultaneous operations as a Wing in the event of real-world combat rescue requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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Operations Group War Day exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Carson McKay, 510th Fighter Squadron pilot, talks on a Combat Survivor Evader Locator system during water survival training in the Adriatic Sea, Aug. 7, 2025. This training was a portion of Operations Group War Day, which compiled various components across the 31st Fighter Wing for major combat rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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Operations Group War Day exercise

A U.S. Air Force Airman is hoisted into an HH-60W Jolly Green II during water survival training over the Adriatic Sea, Aug. 7, 2025. This training was a portion of Operations Group War Day, which compiled various components across the 31st Fighter Wing for major combat rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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Operations Group War Day exercise

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 510th Fighter Squadron takes off during the Operations Group War Day exercise at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 7, 2025. This exercise trained various components across the 31st Fighter Wing for major combat rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

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250806-F-MC941-1287

U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepare to load onto an HC-130J at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 6, 2025. The 57th RQS utilizes the HC-130J for high-altitude low opening training that involves jumping from high altitudes and deploying parachutes at lower altitudes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brooke Rogers)

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250806-F-NR938-1580

U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron have a jump debrief after landing near Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 8, 2025. The 57th Rescue Squadron leads, organizes, trains and equips Guardian Angel weapons system and combat support teams to conduct day and night personnel recovery operations in combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

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250806-F-NR938-1449

A U.S. Air Force Pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepares to land after jumping from an HC-130J near Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 8, 2025. The 57th Rescue Squadron leads, organizes, trains and equips Guardian Angel weapons system and combat support teams to conduct day and night personnel recovery operations in combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

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250806-F-NR938-1377

A U.S. Air Force Pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron descends after jumping from an HC-130J near Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 8, 2025. The 57th Rescue Squadron leads, organizes, trains and equips Guardian Angel weapons system and combat support teams to conduct day and night personnel recovery operations in combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

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250806-F-MC941-6600

A U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron performs a high-altitude low opening jump from an HC-130J at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 6, 2025. These jumps are a routine part of personnel recovery and combat search and rescue training to ensure Airmen are prepared for various rescue scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brooke Rogers)

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250806-F-MC941-1298

U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepare to jump from an HC-130J at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 6, 2025. The 57th RQS utilizes the HC-130J for high-altitude low opening training that involves jumping from high altitudes and deploying parachutes at lower altitudes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brooke Rogers)

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Combined Strike 25

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jona Retana, 495th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, performs pre-flight inspections on an F-35 Lighting II during exercise Combined Strike 25 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 20, 2025. The 31st Fighter Wing and 48th FW demonstrated interoperability while integrating with one another to sharpen skills and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

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Combined Strike 25

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lacy Toal, 495th Fighter Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, marshals an F-35 Lightning II during exercise Combined Strike 25 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 20, 2025. The 31st Fighter Wing and 48th FW demonstrated interoperability while integrating with one another to sharpen skills and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)

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250804-F-TO640-1005

From left, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Curtis Stevens, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, and Senior Airman Ian Wargo, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, pose for a photo next to their assigned HH60-W Jolly Green II at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 4, 2025. A DCC is an experienced aircraft mechanic who is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of a specific aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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250804-F-TO640-1004

From left, U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Raka Adam, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, and Senior Airman Daniel Welcome, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, pose for a photo next to their assigned HH60-W Jolly Green II at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 4, 2025. The title ‘Dedicated Crew Chief’ comes with the expectation of being the subject matter expert for maintaining this aircraft and your name affixed to the side. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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