Kadena Airmen test custom hearing protection to improve safety and communication

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. John Foster, Department of the Air Force hearing conservation program manager, wears an attenuating custom communication earpiece system while observing an F100-PW-220 engine test at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 14, 2026. The hearing protection system is being evaluated for its ability to enhance communication and preserve hearing for maintainers working in high-noise environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Francisco Huerta)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Francisco Huerta
VIRIN: 260514-F-BX574-1018.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

28/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/1000

ISO

2000

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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