U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Luis Mendez, a special mission aviator assigned to the 46th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron positions a GAU-21 .50 caliber machine gun during Exercise Blue Phoenix 25 over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, August 6, 2025. SMAs provide precision firepower and aerial support, ensuring every system is combat-ready, enabling rescue forces to operate in the world’s most dangerous environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keegan Putman)
Date Taken: | 08.05.2025 |
Date Posted: | 08.27.2025 06:58 |
Photo ID: | 9277618 |
VIRIN: | 250806-F-PS699-1031 |
Resolution: | 5374x3576 |
Size: | 6.81 MB |
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