U.S. Army Spc. Eli Lewis, a mortarman assigned to 2nd Platoon, Mortar Fire Control Center, 11th Airborne Division, prepares to jump from a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during RED FLAG-Alaska 26-2 over Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 1, 2026. The 36th AS provided tactical airlift support to the 11th ABN DIV, enabling airborne operations in a realistic combat environment. RED FLAG-Alaska strengthens combat readiness by integrating joint, coalition and multinational forces in realistic training scenarios designed to enhance interoperability and mission effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cayla Hunt)
| Date Taken: | 06.01.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 06.02.2026 17:59 |
| Photo ID: | 9721596 |
| VIRIN: | 260602-F-BT644-1474 |
| Resolution: | 6048x3780 |
| Size: | 2.9 MB |
| Location: | JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA, US |
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