Travis C-17 aircrew perform flight training

U.S. Air Force Maj. Douglas Urbino, left, 21st Airlift Squadron (AS) aircraft commander, and Capt. Kyle Mackey, 21st AS C-17 Globemaster III flight instructor, approach a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 912th Air Refueling Squadron, March Air Reserve Base, California, for refueling during a training flight over Northern California, Aug. 27, 2025. The training flight included aerial refueling and low-level flight exercises to ensure aircrews are ready for global missions. Aerial refueling is a critical capability for long-range missions and low-level flight training is crucial for tactical operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Robert Nichols
VIRIN: 250827-F-RX751-1520.JPG
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NIKON Z6_3

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NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S

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4

SHUTTERSPEED

1/320

ISO

50

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