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Air Force Tech. Sgt. Radek Kret, an aircraft loadmaster assigned to the 103rd Operations Group, 103rd Airlift Wing, Connecticut Air National Guard examines the airdrop zone in preparation for a jump during an airdrop mission, as part of Exercise Swift Response 22, May 11, 2022, in Pisa, Italy. The exercise focused on building airborne interoperability with allies and partners, and the integration of joint service partners in a contested environment. Military exercises with Allied and partner nations in the European and African theaters are an integral part of demonstrating Alliance readiness, interoperability and capability. (U. S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Tamara R. Dabney)

PHOTO BY: Master Sgt. Tamara Dabney
VIRIN: 220511-Z-OC517-2026.JPG
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