U.S. Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps service members participating in RED FLAG-Alaska 26-3 discuss the importance of realistic combat training at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Aug. 27, 2026. RF-A 26-3 directly supports the Peace through Strength strategy by improving combat readiness and warfighting skills. This training raises the cost of aggression and reinforces a credible deterrence posture. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Andre Medina) More