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    Arctic Edge 25: 27 SOW performs FARP with F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter [Image 3 of 10]

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    Arctic Edge 25: 27 SOW performs FARP with F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter

    ALASKA, UNITED STATES

    08.18.2025

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Gracelyn Hess 

    Arctic Edge 2025

    Forward arming and refueling point (FARP) equipment is loaded and secured onto
    an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 27th Special Operations Wing at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
    for ARCTIC EDGE 2025 (AE25), Aug. 18, 2025. AE25 provided Special Operations Command North the
    opportunity to test a range of capabilities and response options to deter, disrupt, degrade, and deny competitor
    activity in the Arctic in support of globally integrated layered defense of the homeland. AE25 is a NORAD and
    U.S. Northern Command-led homeland defense exercise designed to improve readiness, demonstrate
    capabilities, and enhance Joint and Allied Force interoperability in the Arctic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st
    Class Gracelyn Hess)

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    Date Taken: 08.18.2025
    Date Posted: 09.03.2025 11:49
    Photo ID: 9285957
    VIRIN: 250818-F-NW722-1247
    Resolution: 9179x6119
    Size: 22.43 MB
    Location: ALASKA, US

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