U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Darius Anthony, 39th Airlift Squadron advanced instructor loadmaster, and Airman 1st Class Samuel Hampton, 39th AS loadmaster, simulate sea rescue kit and Low Cost Low Altitude airdrops over the Philippine Sea, June 29, 2026, in support of VALIANT SHIELD 2026. Exercises like VALIANT SHIELD allow Pacific Command Joint Forces the opportunity to integrate forces from all branches of service and with our allies to conduct precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-axis, multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the joint force and our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Schellenberg)
| Date Taken: | 06.28.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.04.2026 10:57 |
| Photo ID: | 9785762 |
| VIRIN: | 260629-F-GA355-1080 |
| Resolution: | 7560x5040 |
| Size: | 6.81 MB |
| Location: | SAIPAN, MP |
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