A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 774 connects with the refueling drogue of an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing during Northern Strike 26-2 over Michigan, Aug. 3, 2026. Aerial refueling training with joint aircraft in a dynamic environment during Northern Strike validates the squadron’s ability to extend the range and endurance of special operations forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raul Mercado)
| Date Taken: | 08.03.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 08.11.2026 14:00 |
| Photo ID: | 9862987 |
| VIRIN: | 260803-F-PO972-1400 |
| Resolution: | 8256x5504 |
| Size: | 5.07 MB |
| Location: | ALPENA, MICHIGAN, US |
| Web Views: | 2 |
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