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    U.S., Belgian Aircraft Conduct Formation Flight During Northern Viking 26 [Image 6 of 11]

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    Three military aircraft are flying in formation over a vast, partially cloud-covered landscape. The formation consists of one large turboprop transport aircraft in the foreground and two smaller jet fighters trailing behind. The scene appears to be a military exercise or escort mission photographed from another airborne platform.

    ICELAND

    08.22.2026

    Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo 

    86th Airlift Wing

    Two Belgian Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft fly in formation with a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron over Iceland during exercise Northern Viking 26, Aug. 22, 2026. NV26 builds on 75 years of U.S.-Iceland defense cooperation by strengthening Allied interoperability and readiness in support of Iceland’s defense and North Atlantic security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)

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    Date Taken: 08.22.2026
    Date Posted: 08.23.2026 19:48
    Photo ID: 9884078
    VIRIN: 260822-F-VY348-1737
    Resolution: 6048x2994
    Size: 2.27 MB
    Location: IS
    Web Views: 8
    Downloads: 4

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    A U.S. Air Force service member in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is performing a pre-flight or maintenance inspection on a large military aircraft, appearing to examine or work on the landing gear area. The wet tarmac and overcast sky suggest rainy weather conditions at a military airfield. In the background, at least two C-130 Hercules transport aircraft are visible, one bearing 'RS' tail codes indicating assignment to a specific wing.
    A U.S. military aviator is seated in the cockpit of a large military aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules or similar transport aircraft, conducting pre-flight or ground operations. The pilot is wearing a flight suit, helmet, and oxygen mask while interacting with a handheld device and cockpit controls. The aircraft appears to be stationary on a wet tarmac, visible through rain-streaked windows.
    A military turboprop aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules variant, sits on a wet flight line apron with spinning propellers indicating active engines. Two personnel in camouflage uniforms are visible near the aircraft conducting ground operations. The low-angle shot captures standing water and tufts of grass in the foreground, with a large aircraft hangar visible in the background under overcast skies.
    Two military aircrew members are seated in the cockpit of a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules, during flight. The foreground pilot wears Bose headphones, reflective aviator sunglasses, and a flight suit with a patch reading 'INSTRUCTOR - BLUE TAIL FLIES - 37TH AIRLIFT SQ.' The image captures an in-flight operational scene with overcast skies visible through the cockpit windows.
    A military formation flight photographed from the rear ramp or fuselage of a large transport aircraft. The formation consists of one large four-engine turboprop transport aircraft in the center, flanked by four smaller jet fighters in a symmetrical escort formation. The image is taken from an elevated or inverted perspective, with partial view of the photographing aircraft's structure in the foreground.
    Three military aircraft are flying in formation over a vast, partially cloud-covered landscape. The formation consists of one large turboprop transport aircraft in the foreground and two smaller jet fighters trailing behind. The scene appears to be a military exercise or escort mission photographed from another airborne platform.
    Three military aircraft are flying in formation over a vast, arid landscape viewed from altitude. The formation consists of one large four-engine turboprop transport aircraft on the right and two smaller single-engine jet fighters positioned to the left at varying distances. The terrain below appears to be a semi-arid or desert region with scattered water bodies or dry lake beds visible.
    An aerial formation flight photographed from the open rear ramp of a large military transport aircraft, showing multiple aircraft flying in loose formation over a snow-covered, glaciated landscape. The image captures at least five aircraft including what appear to be C-130 Hercules turboprop transports and smaller jet fighters flying in echelon. The terrain below shows extensive snow and ice coverage with mountain ranges visible in the background under partly cloudy skies.
    A military formation flight consisting of one large turboprop transport aircraft flanked by four fighter jets flying over a snow-covered and glaciated arctic or subarctic landscape. The terrain below features extensive glaciers, ice fields, and rugged mountain ridges with partial snow cover. The image appears to be taken from another aircraft flying ahead of or above the formation.
    The image is taken from inside a military aircraft looking out through what appears to be a rear cargo door or ramp opening. A formation of military aircraft, including a large four-engine turboprop transport (likely a C-130 Hercules) in the center and multiple fighter jets (likely F-16s) flanking on both sides, are flying over a snow-capped mountainous terrain. The landscape below features glaciers, rocky ridgelines, and appears consistent with Arctic or sub-Arctic geography such as Iceland or Greenland.
    A military aviator or special operations personnel is shown in close-up, wearing full flight gear including a helmet with visor, oxygen mask with corrugated hose, and tactical vest. The individual appears to be checking or connecting oxygen/breathing equipment, possibly preparing for a high-altitude jump or flight operation. The dark background suggests the interior of a military aircraft.

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    37th Airlift Squadron
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    U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa
    NV26
    Northern Viking 26

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