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    RELáMPAGO DE LOS ANDES 2025

    Relámpago de los Andes 2025

    Relámpago de los Andes 2025    

    Relámpago de los Andes is a combined Colombian and U.S. exercise in the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) theater focusing on techniques, tactics, and procedures to strengthen the longstanding partnership between U.S.-Colombian armed forces. Colombian Aerospace Force and United States Air Force aircraft will fly together and against one another in training using NATO standards to promote seamless interoperability. This exercise provides joint training and improves readiness of U.S. and... read more

    6 Featured Videos

    U.S. Air Force and Colombian Aerospace Force partner during international search and rescue exercise

    U.S. Air Force and Colombian Aerospace...
    08.01.25 | SSgt William Rosado | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    U.S. Air Force pararescuemen and aircrew from the 71st Rescue Squadron simulate a maritime search and rescue mission during exercise Relámpago de...
    U.S. Air Force pararescumen free-fall over Colombia during Colombian-led, international exercise

    U.S. Air Force pararescumen free-fall...
    07.31.25 | SSgt William Rosado | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    U.S. Air Force pararescuemen and aircrew from the 71st Rescue Squadron conduct a free-fall jump during exercise Relámpago de los Andes in...
    BROLL PACKAGE: Colombian, U.S. Air Forces Execute Relámpago de los Andes Exercise Familiarity Flights in Colombia

    BROLL PACKAGE: Colombian, U.S. Air Forces...
    07.30.25 | SSgt Elijah Dority | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    Members of the 169th Fighter Wing and Colombian Aerospace Force and Maj. Raul Torrado, a flight instructor with the 111th Fighter Squadron,...
    U.S. Air Force and Colombian Aerospace Force collaborate for maritime search and rescue training

    U.S. Air Force and Colombian Aerospace...
    07.30.25 | SSgt William Rosado | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    U.S. Air Force and Colombian Aerospace Force pararescuemen conduct maritime search and rescue training during exercise Relámpago de los Andes in...
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    RDLA25 Closing Ceremony

    RDLA25 Closing Ceremony
    08.08.25 | TSgt Matthew Davis | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    Colombian Aerospace Force leadership recognize U.S. Department of Defense team leads during the Relámpago de los Andes exercise closing ceremony...
    RDLA25 Closing Ceremony

    RDLA25 Closing Ceremony
    08.08.25 | TSgt Matthew Davis | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    Colombian Aerospace Force and U.S. Department of Defense exercise participants attend the Relámpago de los Andes exercise closing ceremony at...
    RDLA25 Closing Ceremony

    RDLA25 Closing Ceremony
    08.08.25 | TSgt Matthew Davis | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    Lt. Col. Brian Ayers, 71st Rescue Squadron chief combat systems officer, presents a gift on behalf of the 71st RQS to Colombian Aerospace Force...
    Faces of RDLA25: Intel

    Faces of RDLA25: Intel
    08.07.25 | SSgt Elijah Dority | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    Staff Sgt. Jenny Avila (left), Air Forces Southern, NCOIC of intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and plans, and Colombian Aerospace Force...
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    2 Featured Stories

    U.S., Colombian Medics Strengthen...
    08.05.25 | 1st Lt. Nicole Szews | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    U.S. and Colombian forces conducted Tactical Combat Casualty Care and CBRN training during Relámpago de los Andes 2025. The medical exchange, part of the 13-year State Partnership Program, enhanced readiness and strengthened the U.S.-Colombia defense partnership.
    Colombian, U.S. Air Forces Launch Relámpago de los Andes Exercise in Colombia

    Colombian, U.S. Air Forces Launch...
    07.29.25 | 2nd Lt. Anthony Highland | 12AF-AFSOUTH
    A powerful demonstration of international alliances and military readiness took flight yesterday as the Colombian Air Force joined forces with the...