A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II pilot waves as he passes the 56th Fighter Wing’s first quarter weapons load competition, April 17, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Six squadrons competed, including an allied partner squadron, highlighting Luke Air Force Base’s role in training allied forces and strengthening global partnerships. Exercises like the weapons load competition advance training by producing command-focused Airmen able to meet warfighting requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)
| Date Taken: | 04.17.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.22.2026 14:04 |
| Photo ID: | 9632711 |
| VIRIN: | 260417-F-KJ279-2320 |
| Resolution: | 5512x3100 |
| Size: | 1.4 MB |
| Location: | LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, ARIZONA, US |
| Web Views: | 28 |
| Downloads: | 5 |
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