Maintainers restore aircraft for rapid global response

A high-pressure water hose is used to wash an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing at Hurlburt Field, Florida, July 2, 2026. As part of the reconstitution process, aircraft returning from deployment undergo thorough washes to remove corrosive contaminants accumulated in harsh operating environments, helping preserve the aircraft's exterior and structural integrity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raul Mercado)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Raul Mercado
VIRIN: 260702-F-PO972-1293.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 7_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/200

ISO

100

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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