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A U.S. Air Force 16th Special Operations Squadron AC-130J Ghostrider arrives at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, April 18, 2022. The arrival of the AC-130J Ghostrider represents a significant expansion of force generation capacity as the Air Force Special Operations Command structures for the reemergence of great power competition, demanding significant transformation to ensure Air Commandos are ready to successfully operate in full-spectrum operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cassidy Thomas) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out identification numbers and equipment)

PHOTO BY: A1C Cassidy Thomas
VIRIN: 220418-F-CB916-1180.JPG
FULL SIZE: 2.67 MB
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CAMERA

NIKON D810

LENS

70.0-200.0 mm f/2.8

APERTURE

11

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

100

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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