Driven to be better and better: AFSOC Airman earns 12 OAY recognition

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alessandro Bianchini, a 371st Special Operations Combat Training Squadron human resources and administration specialist, operates a drone at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Sept. 9, 2026. Bianchini, recently named one of the U.S. Air Force’s 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year, has earned two drone certifications to support the squadron's specialized combat training mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Natalie Fiorilli)

PHOTO BY: Staff Sgt. Natalie Fiorilli

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NIKON Z 9

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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28/10

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1/2000

ISO

125

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