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    Two missions, one fight [Image 1 of 15]

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    Two F-22 Raptor stealth fighter jets are photographed in formation flight from the open cargo door or refueling boom window of a larger aircraft, likely a KC-135 or C-17 tanker/transport. The foreground aircraft is in close proximity, suggesting an aerial refueling operation or escort formation. The terrain below appears to be arid, semi-desert landscape at high altitude.

    SYRIA

    02.02.2018

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Colton Elliott 

    380th Air Expeditionary Wing

    Two U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors fly above Syria in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, Feb. 2, 2018. The F-22 is an air superiority fighter that incorporates the latest technological advances in reduced observables, avionics, engine performance and aerodynamic design. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Colton Elliott)

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    Date Taken: 02.02.2018
    Date Posted: 02.06.2018 04:57
    Photo ID: 4122513
    VIRIN: 180202-Z-FF470-014
    Resolution: 4163x2775
    Size: 7.75 MB
    Location: SY
    Web Views: 891
    Downloads: 48

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    Two F-22 Raptor stealth fighter jets are photographed in formation flight from the open cargo door or refueling boom window of a larger aircraft, likely a KC-135 or C-17 tanker/transport. The foreground aircraft is in close proximity, suggesting an aerial refueling operation or escort formation. The terrain below appears to be arid, semi-desert landscape at high altitude.
    A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor stealth fighter jet is photographed in flight from the vantage point of a tanker aircraft, likely during an aerial refueling operation. The aircraft is flying over a flat, arid landscape featuring numerous circular irrigation fields visible on the ground below. The image is taken from close proximity, providing a detailed top-down angled view of the aircraft.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from the perspective of a tanker aircraft looking down at a fighter jet receiving fuel via a boom refueling system. The fighter aircraft, identifiable by its stealthy angular design and single-seat cockpit, is positioned directly below the tanker's refueling boom. The terrain below is visible at high altitude, suggesting the operation is taking place at significant elevation.
    An aerial photograph showing a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor stealth fighter jet positioned below and behind a larger aircraft, likely a KC-135 or KC-10 tanker, during an aerial refueling operation. The fighter is approaching the refueling boom extended from the tanker aircraft. The terrain visible far below appears to be arid desert landscape.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from the perspective of a tanker aircraft looking down at a fighter jet. The fighter aircraft, identifiable as an F-22 Raptor based on its distinctive stealth airframe and delta wing configuration, is connected to the tanker's refueling boom. The image is taken over what appears to be a large body of water or featureless terrain far below.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured in flight, showing a stealth fighter jet approaching a tanker aircraft's refueling boom. The fighter aircraft, identifiable as an F-22 Raptor by its distinctive twin-tail, diamond-shaped wing configuration, and stealth geometry, is positioned directly below and behind the tanker's extended boom. The terrain below appears arid and expansive, suggesting flight over a desert or semi-arid region at high altitude.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from the boom operator's station of a tanker aircraft, showing a fighter jet — consistent with an F-22 Raptor based on its distinctive delta wing and twin-tail configuration — receiving fuel via a rigid boom. The photograph is taken looking downward from the tanker's tail section, with arid, mountainous terrain and what appears to be a dry lakebed or river system visible far below. A second aircraft is visible in the background, suggesting a formation refueling sequence.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from the perspective of a tanker aircraft's boom operator station, showing a fighter jet receiving fuel via a refueling boom. The receiving aircraft appears to be an F-22 Raptor based on its distinctive stealth airframe geometry, delta wing configuration, and canopy shape. The terrain visible below appears to be arid desert landscape, suggesting operations over a desert region.
    A military pilot is seated in the cockpit of a fighter aircraft, wearing full flight gear including a helmet, oxygen mask, and flight suit. The image appears to be taken from close range, possibly during an aerial refueling operation or from an adjacent aircraft. The cockpit canopy is open or the photo is taken through the canopy, revealing the pilot and instrument panel including a heads-up display (HUD).
    A close-up portrait of a male aviator or military aircrew member wearing dark wraparound sunglasses and a flight communications headset with boom microphone. Reflected in the lens of his sunglasses is a visible aircraft, suggesting he is observing or participating in an aerial operation. The image is dramatically lit with a dark background, emphasizing the subject's face and equipment.
    A large military tanker aircraft, consistent with a KC-10 Extender or similar tri-engine wide-body aircraft, is parked on a concrete flight line apron. The image is taken from a low ground-level perspective with the sun positioned directly behind the aircraft, creating a strong backlit silhouette effect. The setting appears to be a military air base in an arid or desert environment.
    A low-angle ground-level photograph taken beneath the fuselage of a large military transport aircraft marked with '60th AMW' and '349th AMW' unit designations. The sun creates a starburst lens flare effect behind the aircraft's belly, illuminating the underside of the fuselage, landing gear, and twin underwing engines. Additional military aircraft are visible on the tarmac in the background.
    The image is taken from inside a military or government aircraft, looking forward toward the cockpit area. In the foreground, an American flag is secured with black and tan cargo straps, likely being transported as cargo or for ceremonial purposes. Several personnel in military uniforms are visible in the background moving through the cabin.
    An aerial photograph taken through a military or large aircraft window, showing a bird's-eye view of an arid landscape bisected by a river or waterway with white/light-colored banks or salt deposits. The terrain appears dry and desert-like, with the watercourse winding northward toward what appears to be a larger body of water or lake in the distance. The octagonal window frame of the aircraft is clearly visible in the foreground.
    The image shows two military aircrew members seated inside what appears to be a military aircraft interior, captured using a wide-angle or fisheye lens that creates a mirrored/reflected effect showing both individuals simultaneously. Both personnel are wearing tan flight suits, aviation headsets with boom microphones, and dark sunglasses. The interior environment is consistent with a large military transport or tanker aircraft.

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