13th Fighter Squadron marks first RED FLAG-Alaska with new F-35s

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 13th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan takes off during RED FLAG-Alaska 26-3 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Aug. 18, 2026. RF-A 26-3 directly supports the Peace through Strength strategy by improving combat readiness and warfighting skills. This training raises the costs of aggression and reinforces a credible deterrence posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Andre Medina
VIRIN: 260818-F-NU460-1177.JPG
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NIKON Z 6_2

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NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR

APERTURE

63/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/800

ISO

800

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