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    144th Fighter Wing Participates in Amalgam Dart [Image 5 of 6]

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    A military aircraft maintainer or ground crew member stands on a flight line apron wearing green aviation headset and holding a communication cord, likely conducting pre-flight or maintenance communications. Behind him, at least two military jet aircraft — appearing to be F-15 variants — are parked under a large open-sided canopy structure. Additional ground personnel are visible working in the background.

    FRESNO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    08.25.2026

    Photo by Tech. Sgt. Julian Castaneda 

    North American Aerospace Defense Command

    U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Michael Ahrens, a crew chief with the Maintenance Squadron at the 144th Fighter Wing, Fresno Air National Guard Base, California, conducts the launch procedure of an F-15C fighter jet during Exercise AMALGAM DART, Aug. 25, 2026. Exercise AMALGAM DART is a North American Aerospace Defense Command and United States Northern Command exercise designed to enhance readiness and strengthen the defense of North America. (Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Julian Castaneda)

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    Date Taken: 08.25.2026
    Date Posted: 08.28.2026 09:58
    Photo ID: 9894085
    VIRIN: 260825-Z-D0430-1094
    Resolution: 5390x3586
    Size: 3.48 MB
    Location: FRESNO, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 5
    Downloads: 1

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    Two military aviators in olive green flight suits and survival vests are conversing in what appears to be a pilot ready room or lounge area. Both are fully equipped with flight gear including harnesses and G-suit attachments. The room contains casual furniture and a large aerial photograph of the Golden Gate Bridge on the wall.
    A military pilot wearing a blue helmet with the callsign 'SHARK' and an oxygen mask is seated in a fighter jet cockpit, leaning forward to inspect or adjust equipment. A second individual, wearing safety glasses, is visible behind the pilot, likely a crew chief or ground technician assisting with pre-flight preparations. The image is taken close-up near the cockpit of what appears to be a modern military jet aircraft.
    A U.S. Air Force service member named Sandoval is standing near a hangar or maintenance facility wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform. He is equipped with green aviation-style communication headset and is holding a red-handled device with a cable, likely a ground interphone or aircraft communication connector. He appears to be looking upward, possibly monitoring aircraft or awaiting instructions.
    A military fighter pilot is seated in the cockpit of a jet aircraft, wearing full flight gear including a helmet with visor and an oxygen mask. The aircraft appears to be an F-16 or similar single-seat fighter jet, with visible ejection seat markings and serial number 86-0146. The image is a close-up portrait-style photograph taken on what appears to be a flight line or tarmac.
    A military aircraft maintainer or ground crew member stands on a flight line apron wearing green aviation headset and holding a communication cord, likely conducting pre-flight or maintenance communications. Behind him, at least two military jet aircraft — appearing to be F-15 variants — are parked under a large open-sided canopy structure. Additional ground personnel are visible working in the background.
    Four military personnel pose for a group photo inside what appears to be a hangar or maintenance facility. One individual on the left wears full OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with patches visible, while the others wear tan/coyote brown t-shirts with a mix of military and civilian-style pants. The setting suggests a maintenance or support unit environment.

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