493rd EFGS conducts integrated combat turns [Image 6 of 6]

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07.04.2025

Courtesy Photo

United States Air Forces Central           

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 493rd Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron prepare to load an AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air missile onto an F-35A Lightning II as a part of an integrated combat turn within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 4, 2025. ICTs combine refueling and armament procedures, while aircraft engines are running, to rapidly generate sorties engaged in combat operations. This dynamic environment requires precise coordination for maximum efficiency and safety of personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by MSgt Brady Fender)

• Date Taken: 07.04.2025
• Date Posted: 11.04.2025 10:20
• Photo ID: 9378107
• VIRIN: 250704-F-ZZ999-1020
• Resolution: 8256x5504
• Size: 13.75 MB
• Location: (UNDISCLOSED LOCATION)