Alaska F-35As deliver deterrence at altitude

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 356th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, takes off from Kadena AB, Japan, Dec. 19, 2025. The reception of advanced fighter aircraft at Kadena ensures the 18th Wing remains postured to deliver lethal and credible airpower to ensure the defense of U.S. allies and a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman James Johnson
VIRIN: 251219-F-OO000-1014.JPG
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NIKON Z 6_2

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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45/10

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1/400

ISO

200

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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