Emerald Warrior proves AFSOC's agile combat readiness

A U.S. Air Force Air Commando assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command conducts engine startup checks on a U.S. Air Force MC-130J Commando II aircraft after conducting an airfield assessment during Emerald Warrior 25.2, Arizona, July 24, 2025. Part of the Department of the Air Force’s Department-Level Exercise series, Emerald Warrior enhances the combat readiness of Air Commandos forces by training to match the speed and scale of complex operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luke Hirsch)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Luke Hirsch

VIRIN: 250724-F-LH008-2027.JPG

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Additional Details

CAMERA

NIKON Z 6

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

71/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

100

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