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U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood/Released 260611-M-GQ491-1005.JPG
Jul 27, 2026
U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct air to air refueling with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 234, MAG 41, 4th MAW, during Ramstein Flag 2026 near Rovaniemi, Finland, June 11, 2026. The F-35 serves as a versatile asset in support of expeditionary and rapid deployment operations, displaying U.S. capabilities in support of NATO allies. RAFL26 is NATO’s premier multi-domain tactical exercise involving 19 nations and over 15 operational locations. The exercise provides realistic combat scenarios in complex environments and is designed to enhance the Alliance’s deterrence and collective defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Perri Wood)
CAMERA
Canon EOS R
LENS
RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM
APERTURE
8
SHUTTERSPEED
1/125
ISO
100
No camera details available.
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