Arctic Gold 26-2 validates rapid airpower generation

A KC-135 assigned to the 168th Wing, Alaska Air National Guard, takes off during Arctic Gold 26-2 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 28th, 2026. AG 26-2 provided a critical opportunity for the wing’s squadrons to demonstrate their readiness for mass deployment by executing established procedures necessary to meet mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colin Perkins)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Colin Perkins
VIRIN: 260428-F-JQ106-2401.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 9

LENS

NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S

APERTURE

56/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/320

ISO

64

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