U.S. Air Force Capt. Kyle Clark, 492nd Fighter Squadron pilot, right, and Capt. Christian Stair, 492nd FS weapon systems officer, conducts preflight inspections in preparation for exercise Astral Knight 2026 at RAF Lakenheath, England, June 1, 2026. AK 26 strengthens readiness by integrating fourth and fifth generation aircraft in support of combat air operations, enhancing the ability of U.S. forces to operate in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rilynn Jacobs)
| Date Taken: | 05.31.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 06.03.2026 10:17 |
| Photo ID: | 9722379 |
| VIRIN: | 260601-F-GU217-1012 |
| Resolution: | 3750x2989 |
| Size: | 2.94 MB |
| Location: | RAF LAKENHEATH, SUFFOLK, GB |
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