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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

Large and small cargo bundles safely descend after being dropped from a U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules during an Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 training mission at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Exercise Desert Hammer tests the operational readiness of over 700 participants across the Air Force Reserve, Air Force Active Duty, Arizona Army National Guard, and U.S. Marine Corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

Cargo is released from a U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules during a training mission for Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. This Large Force Exercise with joint counterparts underscores the U.S. Air Force Reserve’s commitment to readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

Cargo is released from a U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules during a training mission for Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Set against the backdrop of the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Desert Hammer provides vital combat readiness training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

Cargo begins to descend out the back of a U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. The exercise integrates Agile Combat Support and Large Force Exercise capabilities in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules approaches a designated drop zone at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., as part of Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1, Nov. 14, 2024. Exercise Desert Hammer leverages Arizona’s strategic geography to provide realistic combat training for U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules maneuvers during a cargo drop training operation as part of Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Auxiliary Airfield 6 near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024, following a precision air drop. This large-scale exercise showcases the adaptability of Mission Ready Airmen, advancing the skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving challenges of global competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

U.S. Marines refuel an F-35 Lightning II aircraft, assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing’s 62nd Fighter Squadron, on the flightline at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Nov. 14, 2024. The Marines and F-35s participated in Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1, to include a forward area refueling point training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman William Finn V)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

U.S. Marines refuel an F-35 Lightning II aircraft, assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing’s 62nd Fighter Squadron, on the flightline at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. The Marines and F-35s participated in Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1, to include a forward area refueling point training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Devlin Bishop)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

U.S. Marines refuel an F-35 Lightning II aircraft, assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing’s 62nd Fighter Squadron, on the flightline at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. The Marines and F-35s participated in Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1, to include a forward area refueling point training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Devlin Bishop)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

U.S. Marines refuel an F-35 Lightning II aircraft, assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing’s 62nd Fighter Squadron, on the flightline at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. The Marines and F-35s participated in Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1, to include a forward area refueling point training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Devlin Bishop)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

An A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 924th Fighter Group taxis on the flightline at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024, as part of Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 hosted by the 944th Fighter Wing. Set against the unmatched backdrop of the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Desert Hammer leverages Arizona’s strategic geography to provide realistic combat training for U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Garavito)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

944th Fighter Wing Reserve Citizen Airmen gather for a Ready Start Brief as part of Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Nov. 13, 2024. This large-scale exercise showcases the adaptability of Mission Ready Airmen, advancing the skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving challenges of global competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Forging Innovation, Preparing Airmen for Tomorrow’s Battles

944th Fighter Wing Reserve Citizen Airmen review video footage as part of a Ready Start Brief during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Nov. 13, 2024. Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 emphasizes the U.S. Air Force Reserve’s commitment to readiness by integrating Agile Combat Support and Large Force Exercise capabilities in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

An A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 924th Fighter Group of the 944th Fighter Wing fires its 30mm GAU-8/A Avenger Gatling gun during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Barry M. Goldwater Range East near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Through joint and multinational collaboration, Desert Hammer tests the ability of over 700 participants and 131 aircraft to operate, defend, and sustain airbases under austere conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

Smoke rises from a simulated target after being engaged by an A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 924th Fighter Group of the 944th Fighter Wing during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Barry M. Goldwater Range East near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 emphasizes the U.S. Air Force Reserve’s commitment to readiness by integrating Agile Combat Support and Large Force Exercise capabilities in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

One of the first chalks of 944th Fighter Wing Reserve Citizen Airmen arrives at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field in Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Chalks refers to group of service members and is a critical part of military transportation operations, allowing service members to be quickly and efficiently transported to their destination. They are used for combat operations, training exercises, and humanitarian missions. Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 emphasizes the U.S. Air Force Reserve’s commitment to readiness by integrating Agile Combat Support and Large Force Exercise capabilities in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

The sun rises over the 944th Fighter Wing basecamp during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Set against the unmatched backdrop of the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Desert Hammer leverages Arizona’s strategic geography to provide realistic combat training for U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

944th Fighter Wing Reserve Citizen Airmen gather and prepare for the day’s training activities during Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. Set against the unmatched backdrop of the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Desert Hammer leverages Arizona’s strategic geography to provide realistic combat training for U.S. and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

Arizona Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters are staged at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 16, 2024. Exercise Desert Hammer 25-1 emphasizes the U.S. Air Force Reserve’s commitment to readiness by integrating Agile Combat Support and Large Force Exercise capabilities in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)

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Desert Hammer 2024: Unleashing Arizona’s “National Treasure” Training Grounds

A line of Arizona Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters prepare for takeoff at Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 16, 2024. Through joint and multinational collaboration, Desert Hammer tests the ability of over 700 participants and 131 aircraft to operate, defend, and sustain airbases under austere conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)

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