U.S. Air Force Capt. Ryan Pieton, 493rd Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II aircraft pilot, conducts pre-flight procedures before taking off for Exercise Cold Response 26 at RAF Lakenheath, England, March 5, 2026. The 493rd Fighter Squadron’s participation in Cold Response 26 allows Liberty Wing Airmen to bolster interoperability with European Allies, enhancing the ability to conduct combined arms operations in complex terrain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sierra Casteel)
| Date Taken: | 03.04.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 03.11.2026 16:28 |
| Photo ID: | 9560552 |
| VIRIN: | 260305-F-KS548-1263 |
| Resolution: | 5537x3732 |
| Size: | 2.66 MB |
| Location: | RAF LAKENHEATH, SUFFOLK, GB |
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