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    Combat Archer-UK 26: Ready to Fire [Image 4 of 8]

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    A worn, heavily frayed canvas military-style bag sits in the foreground on a diamond-plate metal surface, likely the deck or bed of a military vehicle. In the background, large steel structural framework and military equipment are visible, along with at least one person in military attire. The image uses shallow depth of field, keeping the bag in sharp focus while the background is blurred.

    RAF LAKENHEATH, SUFFOLK, UNITED KINGDOM

    07.21.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley Talley 

    48th Fighter Wing

    U.S. Airmen assigned to the 48th and 325th Munitions Squadrons work together to prepare a missile for Combat Archer-UK 26 at RAF Lakenheath, England, July 22, 2026. The air-to-air weapons system evaluation certifies combat systems and unit tactics, strengthening operational readiness and validating combat effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley Talley)

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    Date Taken: 07.21.2026
    Date Posted: 07.24.2026 08:10
    Photo ID: 9829723
    VIRIN: 260722-F-CP836-1011
    Resolution: 5939x3974
    Size: 2.5 MB
    Location: RAF LAKENHEATH, SUFFOLK, GB
    Web Views: 45
    Downloads: 3

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    Two military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are engaged in what appears to be a work-related interaction outdoors. The soldier facing the camera wears glasses, has a shaved head, and displays a US flag patch and unit patch on his left sleeve with a name tape reading 'SCOT' or similar. A communications or antenna tower is visible in the background.
    A military technician in camouflage uniform is using a red-handled screwdriver to work on a component mounted on a gray missile body. The missile body displays markings including 'C/G MISSILE', 'LIFT HERE', and identification codes 'A19' and 'A19-3Z' near a yellow band. The work appears to be maintenance or assembly of a fuze or access port component.
    A military service member in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is closely inspecting or working on a missile component. The cylindrical object bears a yellow band with markings 'A19-3Z' and nearby stenciling reads 'C/G MISSILE' with additional alphanumeric identifiers. The setting appears to be an outdoor flight line or munitions area under overcast skies.
    A worn, heavily frayed canvas military-style bag sits in the foreground on a diamond-plate metal surface, likely the deck or bed of a military vehicle. In the background, large steel structural framework and military equipment are visible, along with at least one person in military attire. The image uses shallow depth of field, keeping the bag in sharp focus while the background is blurred.
    Military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are working on a weapons loading cart or munitions trailer, handling what appears to be an air-to-air or air-to-ground missile. The scene takes place on a flight line or airfield ramp area, with a hardened aircraft shelter visible in the background. The soldiers appear to be conducting munitions handling, inspection, or loading operations.
    A US Air Force airman wearing OCP camouflage uniform stands with arms crossed beside a munitions cart on a flight line. The airman's name tape reads 'COTE' and wears an 'AMMO' patch, indicating a munitions specialist role. A missile or rocket is mounted on the cart behind him, with an explosive hazard warning placard visible.
    The image shows multiple blue-painted aerial munitions/bombs staged on wheeled transport carts in an outdoor military setting. The foreground bomb has an orange safety tag reading 'REMOVE BEFORE' attached to the fuze well area. The munitions appear to be assembled and ready for inspection or loading operations.
    The image shows a close-up of a missile or air-to-air weapon mounted on an aircraft, displayed in what appears to be a museum or hangar setting. Multiple red 'REMOVE BEFORE FLIGHT' safety streamers are attached to the weapon, along with a tan/beige safety strap. The yellow nose cone and metallic body of the missile are prominently visible, with additional aircraft visible in the background.

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    Live fire exercise
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    325th MUNS
    COMBAT ARCHER UK
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