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Jun 12, 2026

Two U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, refuel in Tervo, Finland, June 9, 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. Ramstein Flag 2026 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 Cpl. Mya Seymour)

CAMERA

Canon EOS R5 C

LENS

RF24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM

APERTURE

63/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/125

ISO

100

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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CAMERA

Canon EOS R5 C

LENS

RF24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM

APERTURE

63/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/125

ISO

100

 
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