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    Quality Assurance Section of the Year Award [Image 7 of 7]

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    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are performing maintenance work underneath a military aircraft. One individual, wearing a 'QA' (Quality Assurance) patch, is inspecting components while the other holds what appears to be a flashlight or inspection tool. The work is taking place inside a hangar environment.

    KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, MISSISSIPPI, UNITED STATES

    09.14.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Stacey Thornburg 

    403rd Wing

    Master Sgt. Julian Buckley, a 403rd Maintenance Group avionics quality assurance inspector, examines the underside of a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Sept. 14, 2026. The 403rd MXG QA section was recognized for its performance, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining maintenance standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stacey Thornburg)

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    Date Taken: 09.14.2026
    Date Posted: 09.16.2026 08:35
    Photo ID: 9938503
    VIRIN: 260914-F-RC519-1047
    Resolution: 6048x4024
    Size: 4.68 MB
    Location: KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, MISSISSIPPI, US
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    A group of eleven military personnel in camouflage uniforms are posed for a formal group photo in an indoor setting. Two individuals in the center are jointly holding a small trophy or award, suggesting a recognition or award ceremony. An American flag and what appears to be a U.S. Air Force flag are visible in the background.
    A group of military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are seated in formation, likely attending a briefing, ceremony, or formal gathering. The foreground subject is a bearded male service member wearing a 'QA' (Quality Assurance) patch and a 'U.S. Air Force' tape on his uniform. Multiple rows of similarly uniformed personnel are visible in the background, slightly out of focus.
    The image shows a bronze/copper-colored eagle head trophy mounted on a black base with an engraved plaque. The award is the AFRC MXG Quality Assurance Award presented to the 403 Maintenance Group Quality Assurance Section at Keesler AFB, Mississippi, for the period 1 Jan 25 - 31 Dec 25. The trophy is placed on a light gray surface, likely a table or desk.
    Two military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are performing maintenance on what appears to be a large military aircraft's landing gear assembly. One airman is consulting a tablet device displaying technical diagrams while the other inspects the undercarriage components. The image shows the underside of the aircraft with visible hydraulic lines, structural panels, and a nose or main landing gear strut with tire.
    A close-up image of a military personnel wearing an OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with visible patches, holding a tablet device. The uniform displays a 'QA' (Quality Assurance) tab patch and an Air Force Reserve Command shield patch on the sleeve. The focus is on the uniform patches while the tablet in the background is intentionally blurred.
    A close-up photograph of a person's hands using a socket wrench or ratchet tool to work on a mechanical or structural component. The subject appears to be performing maintenance or repair work on a large metal structure, possibly an aircraft, vehicle, or industrial equipment. The image is tightly framed, focusing on the hands and tool in action.
    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are performing maintenance work underneath a military aircraft. One individual, wearing a 'QA' (Quality Assurance) patch, is inspecting components while the other holds what appears to be a flashlight or inspection tool. The work is taking place inside a hangar environment.

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