Tom Macklin, left, 30th Operation Support Squadron senior weather observer, hands a weather balloon to a Pismo Rotary Club member at the 30th OSS weather balloon shop during a visit to Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, Sept. 8, 2026. They released the weather balloon during a 30th OSS immersion tour. Weather observation is a critical component in assessing ideal conditions prior to a space launch or missile test, supporting Vandenberg’s safe and agile launch capabilities. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)
| Date Taken: | 09.10.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 09.14.2026 17:49 |
| Photo ID: | 9935909 |
| VIRIN: | 260913-X-IT855-1020 |
| Resolution: | 6048x4024 |
| Size: | 4.55 MB |
| Location: | CALIFORNIA, US |
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