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Selfie

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Charles Burgess, retired 82nd Training Wing command chief, takes a selfie during his retirement ceremony, July 31, 2015, at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas. Burgess was known for his passion for taking care of military members and their families. He led various initiatives across the base for quality of life improvements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Gese)
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Enlistment ceremony

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Tyler Almquist, student at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, helps hold a giant U.S. Flag for an enlistment ceremony during the opening of the Rangers game in Arlington, Texas, July 4, 2015. More than 60 Airmen from Sheppard volunteered with the 344th Recruiting Squadron to help unfurl the flag for approximately 150 new Air Force enlistees who swore-in during the game. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Gese)
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Airmen reach new heights in training course

U.S. Air Force Airmen climb utility poles during their training at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, May 19, 2015. The electronic systems apprentice or power-line distribution course, teaches students how to use, install and maintain electrical equipment necessary for mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Gese)
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Respect, honor, remember: 82nd SFS honors Nat’l Police Week

The 82nd Training Wing Security Forces Airmen and officers from the Wichita Falls Police Department salute the lowering of the U.S. flag during the National Police Week retreat ceremony at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, May 15, 2015. Although National Police Week honors those who gave their life in the line of duty, it also honors the sacrifices police make to ensure the safety of others. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Gese)
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Sheppard receives AETC's first spatial disorientation flight trainer

U.S. Air Force Col. Samuel Milam, Air Education and Training Command eputy director of intelligence operations and nuclear intelligence for flying training, (left), cuts the ribbon for AETC’s first Spatial Disorientation Trainer beside Valerie Dahlem, from the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, (far left), Col. Gregory Keeton, 80th Flying Training Wing commander, (right), and Col. Gregory DeWolf, 82nd Medical Group commander, (far right), at Sheppard Air Force Base May 7, 2015. The trainer simulates different air sicknesses that pilots may experience when flying. Instructors have the ability to walk student pilots through these experiences, teaching them how to combat the disorientation effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Gese/Released)
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Sheppard receives AETC's first spatial disorientation flight trainer

U.S. Air Force Col. Samuel Milam, Air Education and Training Command deputy director of intelligence operations and nuclear intelligence for flying training, (middle), signs the formal acceptance of AETC’s first Spatial Disorientation Trainer beside Col. Gregory DeWolf, 82nd Medical Group commander, (left), and Col. Gregory Keeton, 80th Flying Training Wing commander, at Sheppard Air Force Base May 7, 2015. The trainer is intended to teach pilots how to correctly identify different types of air sickness they may encounter during flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Gese/Released)
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Introducing, the F-35 Lightning II

An F-35 Lightning II sits on the flightline at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 1, 2015. The F-35 is a 5th Generation fighter, combining advanced stealth with fighter speed and agility, fully fused sensor information, network-enabled operations and advanced sustainment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Steven R. Doty)
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An under-the-belly look

Staff Sgt. Robert James Jr., 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, provides insight on the F-35 Lightning II at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 1, 2015. James is one of more than 1,000 specially trained F-35 maintainers trained with simulators like the weapons loading trainer at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida Integrated Training Center. The simulators provide realistic maintenance training without taking the aircraft off the flight line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Steven R. Doty)
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Graduation day surprise

Laughlin Air Force Base student pilot graduates, Class 15-08, and their families tour two F-35 Lightning II jets on May 1, 2015. Luke currently has 22 of the scheduled 144 F-35’s on the flightline with 20 U.S. jets and two from the Royal Australian Air Force. A total of 11 countries will send representatives to Luke Air Force Base’s F-35 program, and in June, Luke will stand up the 62nd Fighter Squadron to begin flying in September. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Steven R. Doty)
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Mission-focused

Col. Brian Hastings, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, left, speaks with Brig. Gen. Scott Pleus, 56th Fighter Wing commander, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 1, 2015. The 56th FW is the largest fighter wing in the U.S. Air Force, graduating more than 300 F-16 pilots and 300 air control professionals annually, and will soon transition into the sole pilot training center for the F-35 Lightning II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Steven R. Doty)
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Mentoring Airmen

Maj. William Andreotta, 56th Training Squadron assistant director of operations, talks with Airmen at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 1, 2015. Luke’s critical role in the F-35 Lightning II mission is focused on training and producing U.S. and international pilots for the U.S. Air Force’s initial operational capability in August of 2016. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Steven R. Doty)
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Future pilot

An instructor pilot with the 96th Flying Training Squadron, left, speaks with a student pilot about the F-35 Lightning II at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 1, 2015. As team XL seeks to graduate the world’s best pilots, this experience provided the next-generation of warfighter’s an opportunity to view the aircraft up-close and personal, receive briefings from the pilots and maintenance professionals and learn about its important role in the Air Force mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Steven R. Doty)
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Documenting the future of America's 'Air Power'

Danny Williams, 47th Student Squadron Simulator instructor, captures images of the F-35 Lightning II sits at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 1, 2015. The two F-35’s are based out of the 61st Fighter Squadron, nicknamed “Top Dogs”, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Steven R. Doty)
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Sheppard Combat Barbeque embodies Air Force family

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua Meyer, 363rd Training Squadron logistics readiness officer training instructor, crawls through a muddy obstacle during the Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, Combat Barbeque 5k run. The Air Force ensures Airmen are ready for new missions by holding morale events that bring the community together in a family setting to strengthen mental, physical, social and spiritual fitness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Gese/Released)
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Altus trophy

Gen. Robin Rand, commander of Air Education and Training Command, poses for a photo with Dr. Joe Leverett (left), Medical Director, Integris Family Care Clinic, and Goodfellow Air Force Base civic leaders, Dr. Carol Ann Bonds, Mr. Lee Pfluger and Mr. Chase Holland during the presentation of the Altus Trophy at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, March 11, 2015. The Altus Trophy, also known as the Air Education and Training Command Community Support Award, is presented by the Altus, Oklahoma, Chamber of Commerce each year to the community that has shown the most outstanding support to an AETC unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joshua Strang)
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Purple Heart

Tech. Sgt. Kristopher K. Parker receives the Purple Heart from Col. Markus Gmehlin, 59th Medical Support Group commander, Feb. 27, 2015 in the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center auditorium, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Parker, a member of the 59th MDW’s Airman Medical Transition Unit, received the distinguished medal for wounds received in action in May 2014 while deployed to Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)
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Act of courage

Master Sgt. Cameron Engleman is presented an Air Force Commendation Medal by Col. Brian Hastings, 47th Flying Training Wing commander at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 25, 2015. Engleman's medal citation reads: Master Sergeant Cameron T. Engleman distinguished himself by an act of courage while assigned to the 47th Civil Engineer Squadron, 47th Mission Support Group, 47th Flying Training Wing, Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. On that date and while off-duty, Sergeant Engleman instinctively rushed to the medical aid of a 35-year-old male active duty member who collapsed in the fitness center while playing basketball. His initial assessment determined the unconscious patient had no pulse and was not breathing. He immediately directed bystanders to call 911 and retrieve the facility's automated external defibrillator. Additionally, Sergeant Engleman initiated the administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, providing three sets of chest compressions and delivering vital oxygen to the patient's organs. Furthermore, he guided the set-up and application of the automated external defibrillator, delivering one shock to the victim. Immediately following the shock, he performed a secondary assessment, in which the patient had regained circulation and started breathing. Moreover, Sergeant Engleman led seven fire emergency service first responders. Upon arrival, he then directed the advanced life support personnel for patient stabilization and transport to the nearest emergency medical facility. His unselfish actions directly contributed to aborting cardiac death and saving an Airman's life. By his prompt action and humanitarian regard for his fellowman, Sergeant Engleman has reflected credit upon himself and the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Doty)
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Act of courage

Tech. Sgt. Patrick Ogborn is presented an Air Force Commendation Medal by Col. Brian Hastings, 47th Flying Training Wing commander at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 25, 2015. Ogborn's medal citation reads: Technical Sergeant Patrick L. Ogborn distinguished himself by an act of courage while assigned to the 47th Civil Engineer Squadron, 47th Mission Support Group, 47th Flying Training Wing, Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. On that date and while off-duty, Sergeant Ogborn rushed to the medical aid of a 35-year-old male active duty member who had collapsed in the fitness center while playing basketball. His initial assessment determined the unconscious patient had no pulse and was not breathing. He immediately assisted with the administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, providing three sets of artificial ventilation and mouth-to-mouth breathing, delivering vital oxygen to the patient's lungs. Furthermore, Sergeant Ogborn aided in the prompt set-up and application of the automated external defibrillator, which assessed the patient as needing one shock. After the shock was delivered, the patient regained circulation and started breathing. He then assisted with patient monitoring, stabilization and transfer to fire emergency services and advanced life support personnel for prompt transport to the nearest medical facility. Sergeant Ogborn's unselfish and immediate measures directly contributed to aborting cardiac death and saving an Airman's life. By his prompt action and humanitarian regard for his fellowman, Sergeant Ogborn has reflected credit upon himself and the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Doty)
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Annual Award

A 14th Flying Training Wing annual award sits upon a stage at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, Feb. 6. The annual awards ceremony will begin tonight at 6 at the Columbus Club. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Daniel Lile)
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Altus Airman recognized for rescuing drowning victims

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Gates, 58th Airlift Squadron flight chief of the operations flight, stands in front of a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III cargo aircraft on the flightline, Feb. 6, 2015. Gates has been awarded the Air Education and Training Command Vanguard Award for his heroic actions of aiding two drowning victims, ultimately saving one of their lives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Franklin R. Ramos/Released)
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