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Graduating the future of flight: Class 25-12

A family member pins silver wings on their graduate during the graduation ceremony of Class 25-12 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 17, 2025. Graduating student pilots were awarded silver wings as a symbol of successfully completing undergraduate pilot training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Graduating the future of flight: Class 25-12

Student pilots from Class 25-12 break their silver wings during their graduation ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 17, 2025. The breaking of silver wings is a tradition dating back to the U.S. Army Air Corps where a pilot's first wings are not to be worn, but broken and given to a loved one. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Graduating the future of flight: Class 25-12

Student pilots from Class 25-12 break their silver wings during their graduation ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 17, 2025. The breaking of silver wings is a tradition dating back to the U.S.Army Air Corps where a pilot's first wings are not to be worn, but broken and given to a loved one. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Load ‘er up!

An all-terrain vehicle is loaded onto a C-5M Super Galaxy assigned to the 337th Airlift Squadron, Westover Air Reserve Base, Mass., during exercise Resolute Force Pacific 2025 on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 13, 2025. The exercise is designed to deliver Air Force capabilities to the Indo-Pacific region at speed and scale, then demonstrate the ability to command and control Agile Combat Employment operations across more than six time zones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Owen Davies)

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Drill rehearsal

The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard’s Drill Team rehearses for the 2025 Basel Tattoo in Basel, Switzerland, July 9, 2025. The team represented the Air Force and the Department of Defense as the only U.S. military branch to perform at the world’s second largest tattoo, showcasing precise maneuvers and demonstrating the Air Force’s focus on readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Geneva Nguyen)

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Night ops

Airmen conduct preflight inspections aboard a C-17 Globemaster III at John Rogers Airport, Hawaii, during the Air Force’s Department-Level Exercise 2025, July 9, 2025. The DLE series encompasses all branches of the Department of Defense, along with allies and partners, employing more than 400 joint and coalition aircraft and more than 12,000 members at more than 50 locations across 3,000 miles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Theresa Valadez)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

Participants compete in a volleyball match during XL Day at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025. The event was part of a base-wide celebration recognizing 2nd Quarter accomplishments with approved alternate duty activities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

XL Flightline 5K winners stand for awards recognition following the morning run at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025. The Col. Tyler Ellison, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, presented honors at Red I as part of XL Day, a base-wide celebration of 2nd Quarter success and resilience. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Emily Ware)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

A participant displays the official XL Flightline 5K shirt at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025., July 3, 2025. The shirt commemorated the opening event of XL Day, a celebration of teamwork, fitness, and mission excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Emily Ware)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

Runners pass through the finish gate of the XL Flightline 5K at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025. The event was one of several activities held across the base for XL Day, an approved alternate duty day honoring the wing’s record-breaking quarter. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Emily Ware)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

U.S. Air Force Airmen, families and base personnel gather at the Red I under overcast skies to kick off the XL Flightline 5K at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025. The run kicked off XL Day, Laughlin’s celebration of record-setting 2nd Quarter performance, bringing together personnel and families for a well-earned day of fun, fitness and recognition. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Emily Ware)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

Four runners jog down the flightline during the XL Flightline 5K at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025. The 5K marked the beginning of XL Day, which included events for all base personnel and families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

Participants run along the flightline during the XL Flightline 5K at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025. The event was part of XL Day, a base-wide celebration recognizing 2nd Quarter accomplishments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

An Airman from the 47th Flying Training Wing follows through during a bowling game at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025. Morale events help strengthen team bonds and support the overall mental fitness of the force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Laughlin recognizes Tech. Sgt. selects

The 47th Flight Training Wing's newest Tech. Sgt. selects pose for a group photo following their recognition ceremony at XL Landings, July 3, 2025. Air Force officials recently selected 7,884 Staff Sgts. for promotion to the rank of Tech. Sgt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Laughlin recognizes Tech. Sgt. selects

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Karlos Malave, 47th Operations Support Squadron, air traffic controller, delivers remarks during the Tech. Sgt. release social at XL Landings, July 3, 2025. Team XL recognized 11 Staff Sgts. for being selected for promotion to the rank of Tech. Sgt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

U.S. Air Force Airmen bowl during XL Day at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025. Events like this foster camaraderie and provide stress relief for Airmen as part of the 47th Flying Training Wing’s commitment to resiliency and quality of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Team XL promotes readiness and celebrates performance with XL Day

Team members play in a volleyball game at the Losano Fitness Center during XL Day at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, July 3, 2025. XL Day featured sports, community events, and family-friendly activities across multiple base locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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Laughlin recognizes Tech. Sgt. selects

Custom made U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. plaques and champagne bottles are prepared moments before a Tech. Sgt. release social at XL Landings, July 8, 2025. Team XL recognized 11 Staff Sgts. for being selected for promotion to the rank of Tech. Sgt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Laughlin bolsters resiliency during combat readiness exercise

U.S. Air Force T-6A Texan II and T-38C Talon aircraft prepare to take off during an Uncontrolled Airfield Operations exercise at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June, 26, 2025. The exercise simulated the tower being offline and unable to direct aircraft, forcing aircraft to rely on the Runway Supervisory Units to help ensure safety and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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