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Give them wings, teach them to fly: The making of a Phoenix Raven

A Phoenix Raven Qualification Course graduate is presented the Raven tab during graduation at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., May 15, 2026. The course prepares future Ravens to ensure the security of aircrew, aircraft and cargo in hostile or high-threat areas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jewaun McElroy)

PHOTO BY: Jewaun McElroy
VIRIN: 260515-F-OJ181-1069.JPG
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NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

5

SHUTTERSPEED

1/100

ISO

2000

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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