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Silent Linchpins: Non-Destructive Inspection Airmen power Luke’s mission through

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ahmad May, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection journeyman, prepares a joint oil analysis, Feb. 17, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. NDI uses advanced technology to evaluate the integrity of metals and composite materials without requiring disassembly or destructive testing. This process allows technicians to detect flaws that may not be visible to the naked eye. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Silent Linchpins: Non-Destructive Inspection Airmen power Luke’s mission through

U.S. Air Force Airman Kobe Parquette, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection apprentice, uses UV lights to clean F-16 Fighting Falcon bolts, Feb. 17, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. NDI uses advanced technology to evaluate the integrity of metals and composite materials without requiring disassembly or destructive testing. This process allows technicians to detect flaws that may not be visible to the naked eye. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Silent Linchpins: Non-Destructive Inspection Airmen power Luke’s mission through

U.S. Air Force Airman Kobe Parquette and Airman 1st Class Dominador Jamanila, both 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection apprentices, clean F-16 Fighting Falcon bolts, Feb. 17, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The NDI career field is fundamental to the Air Force’s ability to generate combat-ready airpower. NDI Airmen work in controlled laboratory environments or flight line settings, and their findings influence critical maintenance decisions across the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Silent Linchpins: Non-Destructive Inspection Airmen power Luke’s mission through

U.S. Air Force 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection Airmen, prepare for an inspection, Feb. 17, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. In addition to daily inspections, the NDI process supports long-term aircraft sustainment by identifying trends in material fatigue, which helps prevent recurring issues. This work is fundamental to aircraft readiness at Luke AFB, as it reduces the risk of in-flight emergencies, protects aircrew, and preserves multimillion-dollar assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Silent Linchpins: Non-Destructive Inspection Airmen power Luke’s mission through

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Riley McDonald, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection journeyman, conducts a bolt hole inspection on an F-35A Lightning II, Feb. 17, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base. The detailed inspections conducted by NDI Airmen are fundamental to ensuring that the 56th Fighter Wing’s aircraft are mission-ready. This work directly supports safe operations by upholding the maintenance and accountability standards required across the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Silent Linchpins: Non-Destructive Inspection Airmen power Luke’s mission through

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Riley McDonald, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection journeyman, prepares for an inspection on a F-35A Lightning II, Feb. 17, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The F-35 undergoes repeated takeoffs, landings, and high-performance maneuvers during daily training operations. Routine and specialized inspections conducted by NDI Airmen help to detect early signs of material fatigue before they become major structural issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Members of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Looking Glass team stand in front of a U.S. Navy E6-B Mercury aircraft, attached to Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron (VQ) 4, during a visit to Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Feb. 13, 2026. The aircrew and battle staff provide a reliable, endurable airborne nuclear command, control, and communications platform for the President, Secretary of War, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the USSTRATCOM Commander. (Courtesy photo)
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U.S. Airmen assigned to the 334th Training Squadron climb aboard a U.S. Navy E-6B Mercury aircraft, assigned to Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron (VQ) 4, on the airfield at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Feb. 12, 2026. U.S. Strategic Command’s Airborne Command Post, known as “Looking Glass,” conducted a two-day visit to Keesler AFB, emphasizing to service members in training the importance of joint command, control, and communication operations and strategic deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaleb Tewes)
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A U.S. Navy E-6B Mercury aircraft, assigned to Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron (VQ) 4, lands at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Feb. 12, 2026. This aircraft supports U.S. Strategic Command’s Airborne Command Post, known as “Looking Glass,” providing airborne nuclear command, control, and communications capability that ensures the President and senior military leaders can direct U.S. strategic forces if ground-based command centers are compromised. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaleb Tewes)
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STARBASE Maxwell: Eyes on Artemis

Andrew Roberts, STARBASE Maxwell instructor, holds a 3D printed heart and speaks to students at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Feb. 11, 2026. The students engineered 3D-printed lunar stations, living quarters, and tunnel systems, simulating how humans might build infrastructure on the Moon or Mars. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nelvis Sera)
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STARBASE Maxwell: Eyes on Artemis

A student assembles a mechanical component during a robotics and coding lesson at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Feb. 12, 2026. Using computer-aided design, students engineered 3D printed lunar stations, living quarters, and tunnel systems, simulating how humans might build infrastructure on the Moon or Mars. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nelvis Sera)
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STARBASE Maxwell: Eyes on Artemis

Lisa West, STARBASE Maxwell instructor, puts on a video for students on the Artemis II mission overview, at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Feb. 12, 2026. STARBASE Maxwell pivoted its classroom focus to introduce Montgomery River Region fifth graders to the Artemis program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nelvis Sera)
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STARBASE Maxwell: Eyes on Artemis

Students watch a video on the Artemis II mission overview at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Feb. 12, 2026. Lisa West and Andrew Roberts, STARBASE Maxwell instructors, featured an educational video highlighting NASA’s Artemis program, giving students a visual understanding of the spacecraft, astronauts, and mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nelvis Sera)
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STARBASE Maxwell: Eyes on Artemis

Students watch a video on the Artemis II mission overview at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, Feb. 12, 2026. Lisa West and Andrew Roberts, STARBASE Maxwell instructors, featured an educational video highlighting NASA’s Artemis program, giving students a visual understanding of the spacecraft, astronauts, and mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nelvis Sera)
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C3BM launches software developer student pipeline

Airmen from the Department of the Air Force Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management participate in its first iteration of a training pipeline meant to prepare them for the rigors of software development, here, Feb. 12, 2026. The Airmen are software developers C3BM’s Kessel Run division, Operational Response Team division, and Airspace Mission Planning division’s Conjure branch. The pipeline will provide them with technical knowledge in a range of subjects centered around software development mirroring industry standards and C3BM’s culture. (Official U.S. Air Force photo by Richard Blumenstein)
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C3BM launches software developer student pipeline

Staff Sgt. Seth Baldwin completes an assignment as part of the Department of the Air Force Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management’s first iteration of a training pipeline meant to prepare Airmen for the rigors of software development, here, Feb. 12, 2026. The pipeline includes Airmen software developers from C3BM’s Kessel Run division, Operational Response Team division, and Airspace Mission Planning division’s Conjure branch. The pipeline will provide them with technical knowledge in a range of subjects centered around software development mirroring industry standards and C3BM’s culture. (Official U.S. Air Force photo by Richard Blumenstein)
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Former SEAC visits Keesler

Retired U.S. Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman Ramon "CZ" Colon-Lopez speaks to Airman Leadership School students about mentorship and resiliency during a tour at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Feb. 11, 2026. Colon-Lopez, the fourth SEAC, was enlisted in the Air Force for 32 years and spoke to students about mentorship and resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)
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Former SEAC visits Keesler

Retired U.S. Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman Ramon "CZ" Colon-Lopez speaks to Airman Leadership School students during a tour at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Feb. 11, 2026. Colon-Lopez, the fourth SEAC, was enlisted in the Air Force for 32 years and spoke to students about mentorship and resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)
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33 FW conducts training at MacDill

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Hunter Grunden, 60th Fighter Squadron commander, steps to an F-35A Lightning II aircraft before takeoff during Operation Buc Wild Weasel at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 12, 2026. Grunden was the commanding officer for the 60th FS TDY and performed as an instructor pilot during sorties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)
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33 FW conducts training at MacDill

Two U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft perform sorties at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida during Operation Buc Wild Weasel, Feb. 11, 2026. During the TDY, pilots practiced basic fighter maneuvers, air combat maneuvering, and tactical intercepts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)
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