2026 Arctic Lightning Air Show

A child admires an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 18th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, during the Arctic Lightning Air Show at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Aug. 2, 2026. The event welcomed community members and visitors to experience military aviation firsthand and to foster stronger ties between Eielson and the public through education and engagement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colin Perkins)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Colin Perkins
VIRIN: 260802-F-JQ106-2044.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 9

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

45/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/640

ISO

64

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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