A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor assigned to the 433rd Weapons Squadron is reflected in an Airman’s sunglasses as the aircraft receives fuel during exercise Combat Archer Sept. 12, 2025, over the Gulf of Mexico. The 6th Air Refueling Wing extends the endurance of F-22 Raptors and F-35 Lightning IIs during Exercise Combat Archer, allowing fighters to complete live-fire training without interruption. This mission showcases AMC’s role as a global force multiplier, delivering the speed, range, and flexibility that underpin U.S. airpower in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexander Cook)
Date Taken: | 09.12.2025 |
Date Posted: | 09.18.2025 15:03 |
Photo ID: | 9325066 |
VIRIN: | 250912-F-BQ566-1890 |
Resolution: | 2880x2057 |
Size: | 1.9 MB |
Location: | US |
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