260731-F-JC229-1062

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Javier Garcia, 2nd Air Refueling Squadron KC-46A Pegasus aircraft boom operator instructor, secures engine covers with a ratchet strap before a routine training flight at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., July 31, 2026. Boom operators are responsible for ensuring various pieces of equipment are properly secured and serviceable before flight operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Francine D. Martin)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Francine D. Martin

VIRIN: 260731-F-JC229-1062.JPG

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Additional Details

CAMERA

NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

35/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

400

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