U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Galloza, a special missions aviator assigned to the 46th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron, prepares for takeoff during exercise Blue Phoenix in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Aug 5, 2025. Special mission aviators provide precision firepower and aerial support, ensuring every system is combat-ready, enabling combat search and rescue forces to operate in the world’s most dangerous environments. Exercise Blue Phoenix focuses on navigating the complex environment of personnel recovery, combat search and rescue, landing zone security and emergency medical care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Grace Turpin)
Date Taken: | 08.05.2025 |
Date Posted: | 08.29.2025 04:21 |
Photo ID: | 9274972 |
VIRIN: | 250805-F-PO088-1014 |
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