Arctic Gold 26-2 validates rapid airpower generation
Airman 1st Class Bryan Cabrera, 354th Force Support Squadron fitness specialist, processes an Airman for a simulated deployment process during Arctic Gold 26-2, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 27, 2026. The exercise evaluated the wing's proficiency in rapid generation, mobilization, and sustainment of combat-ready airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colin Perkins)