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    445th AW showcases C-17 during kids’ 'deployment' event [Image 2 of 14]

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    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are addressing a small group of civilians, including several children, on what appears to be an airfield tarmac. One of the soldiers is holding a sign labeled 'RED TEAM,' suggesting this is an organized activity or exercise involving families. The setting appears to be a military base open house, family day, or similar community engagement event.

    FAIRBORN, OHIO, UNITED STATES

    08.07.2026

    Photo by Senior Airman Ethan Lamb 

    445th Airlift Wing, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio

    U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Steven Murphy, 89th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, goes over some ground rules before starting the tour of a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft during Operation KUDOS (Kids Understanding Deployment Operations) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, Aug. 7, 2026. The event hosted by the 88th Air Base Wing helped communicate the importance of being deployment ready using age appropriate hands-on activities to include a tour of the 445th Airlift Wing aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ethan Lamb)

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    Date Taken: 08.07.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 11:59
    Photo ID: 9901453
    VIRIN: 260807-F-CH211-1043
    Resolution: 6880x5504
    Size: 3.91 MB
    Location: FAIRBORN, OHIO, US
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    A military briefing or orientation is taking place on an airfield tarmac beneath the wing of a large aircraft. A senior military member in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform appears to be addressing a small group that includes both uniformed personnel and civilians. The setting suggests a tour, familiarization event, or unit visit at a military air base.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are addressing a small group of civilians, including several children, on what appears to be an airfield tarmac. One of the soldiers is holding a sign labeled 'RED TEAM,' suggesting this is an organized activity or exercise involving families. The setting appears to be a military base open house, family day, or similar community engagement event.
    A group of civilians, including adults and children, are walking into the cargo hold of a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III. Several uniformed military personnel in camouflage (OCP/MultiCam) are present, appearing to guide or escort the visitors. An American flag is visible mounted at the far end of the cargo bay, suggesting this is a public tour or family day event at a military installation.
    A group of adults and children are walking into the cargo hold of a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III. An American flag is displayed inside the aircraft's interior, suggesting this is a public open house, family day, or airshow event at a military installation. At least one uniformed soldier in Army Combat Uniform (ACU) is visible escorting or accompanying the civilian visitors.
    The image shows a group of people inside what appears to be a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III, based on the interior cargo bay features. A U.S. Air Force officer in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform, with a colonel's eagle insignia and a name tape reading 'DOMINGUEZ,' is smiling and engaged in conversation. The setting appears to be an open house, tour, or family day event given the presence of civilians including children.
    A young civilian boy in a blue t-shirt is speaking with a military personnel member wearing an olive green flight suit with a U.S. flag patch on the left shoulder. They appear to be inside a military aircraft or vehicle, surrounded by equipment, cables, and mechanical components. The interaction suggests a tour or educational visit to a military asset.
    A group of children and an adult woman are seated on military aircraft jump seats inside what appears to be a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III. A man in civilian clothing stands facing them, appearing to give a tour or briefing. The setting suggests a public open house or family day event at a military installation.
    A silhouetted scene showing a group of people, including at least one small child holding hands with an adult, walking toward a bright opening or exit. The image is backlit, creating strong dark silhouettes against a blue and white luminous background. The flooring appears to be a structured metal ramp or platform, suggesting an industrial or transport setting.
    A young U.S. Air Force airman in a flight suit is conducting a tour or briefing for a group of children and adults inside a military aircraft. The airman appears to be explaining equipment or systems to the visitors, who are gathered around attentively. The setting appears to be an open house or public outreach event aboard a military transport aircraft.
    A person wearing an olive/military green flight suit is photographing a group of people using a smartphone inside what appears to be a military aircraft. The phone screen displays a group photo of several individuals in military uniforms. Colorful unit patches or insignia are visible along the upper interior wall of the aircraft.
    A U.S. Air Force service member in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform, identified by a name tape reading 'MURPHY,' is speaking to a group of children inside what appears to be a military cargo aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III. The setting suggests a familiarization tour or 'Families Day' event where children are being shown the interior of the aircraft. The service member appears to be explaining aircraft systems or equipment to the attentive children.
    Four children are posing inside what appears to be a military aircraft or helicopter, likely during a public airshow or museum visit. Three children sit on a lower ledge while one sits elevated on a seat behind them. Two of the children are giving thumbs-up gestures, suggesting excitement and enjoyment.
    A young boy stands in the cockpit of a large military aircraft, looking out the front windshield at the airfield. The cockpit is filled with active instrumentation including digital displays, navigation screens, and numerous switches and controls. A placard on the pilot's seat references a life vest, and tail markings suggest this is a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III.
    A young girl wearing a green t-shirt is being fitted with a tactical harness/parachute rig by a person in a tan military-style shirt inside what appears to be a military aircraft. A soldier in camouflage uniform observes in the background, along with another child in a black shirt. This appears to be an educational or familiarization event where children are being shown military equipment.

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