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)
| 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 |
| Web Views: | 38 |
| Downloads: | 6 |
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