Emerald Warrior proves AFSOC's agile combat readiness

A U.S. Air Force U-28A Draco assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command, sits on the flight line during Emerald Warrior 25.2 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, July 23, 2025. The diverse AFSOC mission requirements generated a need for small numbers of mission specific aircraft like the U-28A that provide realistic and measurable support for EW 25.2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Thomas Hansford)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Thomas Hansford

VIRIN: 250723-F-AI717-1104.JPG

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NIKON Z 9

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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SHUTTERSPEED

1/100

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100

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