Royal Canadian Air Force personnel conduct pre-flight operations on a CF-18A Hornet assigned to the 425th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Canadian Forces Base Bagotville, Quebec, during Weapons System Evaluation Program-East 26.02 at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 4, 2026. WSEP provides a unique training experience for both U.S. and Allied forces that benefits a multitude of mission sets. Additionally, WSEP is one of the only military exercises that provides the opportunity for aircraft to practice with live fire scenarios. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Zeeshan Naeem)
Kill Devil Hills, NC native, Air Force CMSgt John Penland is retiring from the U.S. Air Force after serving honorably for 30 years. Penland served as Senior Enlisted Leader with 325th Fighter Wing, Tyndall Air Force Base, FL.
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