AF Week in Photos U.S. Air Force Logo April 24, 2026 Super Delta The Navy’s Blue Angels and the Air Force’s Thunderbirds conduct a Super Delta flyover off Pensacola Beach, Fla., April 14, 2026. The Super Delta formation highlights precision, discipline and teamwork. (U.S. Air Force photo) Details Download Pushing limits Senior Airman Isaiah Nichols, 99th Communications Squadron, moves a tire during the Nellis Operational Readiness Trials at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., April 10, 2026. The event tested teamwork, endurance and mission-focused execution across the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Annika Schermerhorn) Details Download Return from training An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the Vermont Air National Guard prepares to land at Burlington International Airport in South Burlington, Vt., April 21, 2026. The aircraft conducted a routine training mission to maintain operational proficiency. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Raymond LaChance) Details Download Maintaining the fight Tech. Sgt. Victor Wallace, an aerospace ground equipment specialist with the 116th Maintenance Group, conducts routine maintenance at Robins Air Force Base, Ga., April 8, 2026. Aerospace ground equipment specialists maintain and repair equipment that supplies electricity, hydraulic pressure and air pressure to aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Barry Bena) Details Download Mission ready Airmen assigned to the 317th Airlift Wing walk across the flightline in preparation for a maximum endurance operation supporting exercise Balikatan 2026 at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 15, 2026. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen alliance capabilities and regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Neal) Details Download Trigger time Tactical Air Control Party Airmen assigned to Detachment 2, 6th Combat Training Squadron, conduct small arms training with an M4 carbine at Joint Base San Antonio–Camp Bullis, Texas, April 8, 2026. The training focuses on weapon proficiency, close-quarters battle and combat scenarios to prepare Airmen for integrating airpower with ground maneuver units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Hydrick) Details Download River Hercs Four Kentucky Air National Guard C-130J Super Hercules fly over the Ohio River during the Thunder Over Louisville air show at Louisville, Ky., April 18, 2026. The Kentucky Air Guard’s 123rd Airlift Wing served as the base of operations for military aircraft participating in the show. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Phil Speck) Details Download Safety through inspection Staff Sgt. Marcos Aguilar, 146th Maintenance Squadron, reads a technical order while conducting magnetic particle inspections on C-130J Super Hercules components at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 12, 2026. The inspections identify cracks and ensure parts remain serviceable to prevent potential aircraft failures. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Julianne Sitterding) Details Download Historic moment A Chilean Air Force KC-135E Stratotanker and a U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II fly over Chile, April 5, 2026. The F-35A completed the first in-flight refueling with a Chilean tanker while en route to Feria Internacional del Aire y del Espacio 2026. (Courtesy photo) Details Download Combat instructor A Combat Leader Course instructor assigned to the 68th Rescue Squadron conducts a training exercise at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., April 10, 2026. The course develops pararescuemen’s advanced rescue tactics and leadership skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd) Details Download Aggressor landing An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 64th Aggressor Squadron prepares to land at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., April 2, 2026. The Aggressors replicates adversary tactics, techniques and procedures to train and challenge U.S. and allied aircrews, sharpening combat readiness and ensuring air dominance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Annika Schermerhorn) Details Download Built to last Staff Sgt. Scott Estes and Staff Sgt. Brandon Kennedy, aircraft metals technology technicians with the 113th Maintenance Squadron, weld sheet metal at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 20, 2026. The metals shop repairs, designs and manufactures aircraft parts and equipment using welding and computer numerical control technology. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Natalie Filzen) Details Download This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force. To view all Week in Photos collections, click here.