AF Week in Photos U.S. Air Force Logo Sept. 6, 2024 Thunder and Lightning An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs at the Westmoreland County Airshow in Latrobe, Pa., Aug. 18, 2024. The F-35A is an agile, versatile, high-performance, 9G-capable fighter that combines stealth, sensor fusion and unprecedented situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Rufus) Details Download The boys in blue are back! Air Force's Cade Harris sees daylight as he breaks away for a touchdown against Merrimack College during the Air Force Academy Falcons’ season-opening game, Aug. 31, 2024, at Falcon Stadium in Colorado Springs, Colo. Air Force defeated Merrimack 21-6, and the victory marks their 18th straight season-opening win. (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan Smith) Details Download Double Eagle Two F-15 Strike Eagles, assigned to the 4th Fighter Wing, fly in formation over the southeastern United States, Aug. 29, 2024. The F-15s achieve superior maneuverability and acceleration because of their high engine thrust-to-weight ratio and low wing loading. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lauren Cobin) Details Download Fuel on the go Airman 1st Class Aaron Barton, 60th Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum oil and lubricants fuels distribution operator, prepares to fuel an aircraft on the flightline during exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-3 at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 8, 2024. During Bamboo Eagle, Air Mobility Command assisted warfighters in exercising all-domain combat-power generation from disaggregated basing locations throughout the western U.S. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kenneth Abbate) Details Download Vigilant eye A 91st Missile Security Operations Squadron convoy response force member utilizes their night vision goggles to look for opposing force members during the Advanced Recapture Recovery Operational Warfighter exercise at Camp Guernsey’s South Range, Wyo., Aug. 19, 2024. ARROW challenges CRF teams from F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Minot AFB and Malmstrom AFB to demonstrate their readiness and ability to effectively provide convoy protection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls) Details Download On approach An F-22 Raptor assigned to the 1st Fighter Wing, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., approaches the boom of a 134th Air Refueling Wing KC-135R Stratotanker to refuel along the east coast of the United States, Aug. 14, 2024. The KC-135R is capable of offloading 7,381 pounds of fuel per minute, enabling it to refill the F-22’s 18,000-pound capacity tanks in less than three minutes. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Teri Eicher) Details Download To the rescue U.S. Air Force firefighters assigned to the 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineering Squadron extinguish a fire during a traffic accident exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Aug. 14, 2024. The exercise demonstrated and enhanced the participants’ readiness, integration and response skills while operating in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo) Details Download Cooling off Second Lt. Bernard Agyepong, a healthcare services administrator assigned to the 22nd Medical Group, McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., cools down after participating in the Air Commando Challenge during exercise Medic Rodeo at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., Aug. 15, 2024. Eighteen competing teams participated in the Air Commando Challenge, a physically demanding relay where they raced for the fastest time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Gottschling) Details Download Walking the walk U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 110th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron pass two B-2 Spirit as they walk on the flight line to a reenlistment ceremony at Royal Australian Air Force Base Amberley, Australia, Aug. 23, 2024. Reenlisting in a foreign country is a special opportunity for service members deployed overseas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Kenneth W. Norman) Details Download Security measures U.S. Airmen assigned to the 51st Security Forces Squadron discuss security measures during Ulchi Freedom Shield 24 at Osan Air Base, South Korea, Aug. 22, 2024. Training events like UFS 24 demonstrate the U.S.' commitment to the Republic of Korea and help to reinforce theater-wide stability within the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sabrina Fuller-Judd) Details Download Strengthening alliances Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall meets with key officials as he begins his engagements at the U.S. European Command area of responsibility, Aug. 19, 2024. The purpose of the trip was to strengthen international partnerships, highlight the importance of indispensable and transparent alliances, increase effective collaboration across all warfighting domains, ensure collective security for the region and reinforce the shared relationship between the United States, the Department of the Air Force, and NATO. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo) Details Download Wheels up A C-17 Globemaster III sits on the flightline, while an F-22 Raptor takes flight during exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-3, at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., Aug. 8, 2024. Bamboo Eagle exemplifies how the Air Force is recalibrating for Great Power Competition by enhancing its strength and capability, preparing to project power and deploying aircraft in coordination with the joint force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Anna Smith) Details Download Got your six Airmen assigned to the 355th Civil Engineer Squadron provide security during a readiness challenge at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 6, 2024. The scenario was run multiple times, with each new team developing their own strategy in response to the simulated attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Paige Weldon) Details Download Enjoying the view Airmen relax after a long day of participating in exercise Agile Flag 24-3 at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., Aug. 3, 2024. The exercise focuses on rapid insertion into theaters while establishing critical logistics and communications. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Benjamin Williams) Details Download This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force. To view all Week in Photos collections, click here.