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U.S. Air Force Capt. Eric Maltz, 434th Flying Training Squadron, instructor pilot, makes sure the jet fuel cap is tightly secured and safe for flying on a T-6A Texan II during Rapid Crew Swap operations at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 29, 2026. By allowing pilots to perform through-flight inspections, the wing reduces ground time between sorties, increases aircraft availability, and supports future undergraduate pilot training production requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)
CAMERA
NIKON Z 7_2
LENS
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
APERTURE
45/10
SHUTTERSPEED
1/125
ISO
31
No camera details available.
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