AF Week in Photos

Operation Christmas Drop 2017 C-130J Super Hercules arrival

A C-130J Super Hercules lands during Operation Christmas Drop, Dec. 6, 2017, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The mission is supported by the U.S. Air Force, Navy and Coast Guard, and includes members of the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force and Royal Australian Air Force, offering the participating nations a unique airdrop training opportunity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Quail)

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Moody leadership climbs new heights

Airmen from the 23rd Operations Squadron climb a radio antenna tower during an immersion tour, Dec. 11, 2017, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Wing leadership visited the radar, airfield and weather systems facilities to gain a better understanding of how they impact the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erick Requadt)

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Santa flight

Santa poses with the crew of an HH-60G Pave Hawk from the 41st Rescue Squadron, Dec. 9, 2017, on the flight line at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Every year Santa makes his grand entrance by helicopter to attend the 23rd Maintenance Group and 347th Rescue Group holiday party, where he poses for photos with children and listens to Christmas wish lists. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Callaghan)

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C-130J Hercules

A C-130J Hercules assigned to the 146th Airlift Wing, Channel Islands Air National Guard Base, Port Hueneme, Calif., drops fire retardant chemicals onto a ridge line above Santa Barbara, Calif., Dec. 13, 2017, in an effort to contain the Thomas wildfire. (U.S. Air Force photo by J.M. Eddins Jr.)

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AFSPC leadership visits Thule

Staff Sgts. Tyler Frats, left, and Brian Walker, both from the 821st Security Forces Squadron, demonstrate an active shooter drill using a combat simulator at Thule Air Base, Greenland, Dec. 11, 2017. With the base being so remote, the simulator allows Airmen to train regardless of the weather. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dennis Hoffman)

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KC-135 refuels F-16s over the skies of Afghanistan

An F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 77th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, prepares to be refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker over the skies of Afghanistan Nov. 19, 2017. F-16s are used to provide vital air support to Afghan and coalition forces on the ground. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sean Martin)

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Returning home

Staff Sgt. Andrew E. Nanni, 714th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 514th Air Mobility Wing, reviews maintenance paperwork prior to takeoff at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Dec. 9, 2017. The 514th AMW is an Air Force Reserve Command wing located at JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Mark C. Olsen)

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U.S. Air Force bombers take off from Andersen AFB

A B-1B Lancer aircrew prepares for their next mission at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Nov. 27, 2017. The B-1B and crew are deployed from the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron at Ellsworth AFB, S.D. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gerald R. Willis)

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Over the river and through the woods, SERE helps aircrew navigate home

A survival, evasion, resistance and escape specialist with the 1st Special Operations Support Squadron, instructs aircrew members during combat survival training at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Dec. 7, 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Pick)

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Members from the 52nd Fighter Wing receive final qualification training

F-16 pilots assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron inspect weapons during a week-long verification event, Dec. 1, 2017 at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. Verification is the final mission qualification training required for designation as a combat mission-ready pilot. Seven pilots earned CMR certification and capability during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Preston Cherry)

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Luke Hosts Exercise Forging Sabre

A Republic of Singapore Airman walks on an F-15SG Eagle, Dec. 8, 2017, during exercise Forging Sabre at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Exercise Forging Sabre is a two-week, large group exercise, providing high-end training to Singapore and U.S. armed forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jensen Stidham)

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Total Force Integration gets the job done in a deployed location

An A-10 Thunderbolt II assigned to the 39th Air Base Wing, Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, shoots off flares during a mission, Nov. 29, 2017. The A-10 can employ a wide variety of conventional munitions, including general purpose bombs, cluster bomb units, laser-guided bombs, joint direct attack munitions and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Nelson Jr.)

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Honor Guard Graduation December 2017

Airmen fold the flag during an honor guard graduation ceremony at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Dec. 1, 2017. Approximately 13 new Airmen graduated from the 120-plus-hour course. The graduation performance included flag detail, rifle volley, pallbearers and bugler for friends, family and unit commanders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samuel King Jr.)

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Vigilant Ace 18

A C-130J Super Hercules from Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark., flies past Mt. Fuji during exercise Vigilant Ace 18, Dec. 6, 2017, over the Saitama prefecture, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Donald Hudson)

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This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.

Operation Christmas Drop 2017 C-130J Super Hercules arrival

Moody leadership climbs new heights

Santa flight

C-130J Hercules

AFSPC leadership visits Thule

KC-135 refuels F-16s over the skies of Afghanistan

Returning home

U.S. Air Force bombers take off from Andersen AFB

Over the river and through the woods, SERE helps aircrew navigate home

Members from the 52nd Fighter Wing receive final qualification training

Luke Hosts Exercise Forging Sabre

Total Force Integration gets the job done in a deployed location

Honor Guard Graduation December 2017

Vigilant Ace 18