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ADAB Military Working Dogs perform in capability demonstration
U.S. Air Force military working dog handler, Staff Sgt. Patrick Cushing, and working dog Tuka participate in a demonstration highlighting the capabilities of the team at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, October 8, 2018. The speed, agility, and discipline of the working dogs were on display as their handlers performed simulated training scenarios that replicate real-world encounters the military working dogs and their handlers’ experience. The scenarios included the MWD’s escorting simulated potential suspects, played by handlers, as they chased and apprehended their fleeing targets on the command of handlers. “This demo is the result of many hours of challenging and purposeful training between the military working dogs and their handlers,” said Staff. Sgt. Jeffrie Kennedy. “I’m truly proud of this team and their capability performed within this demonstration as they show what we bring to the fight and our team enjoys getting the chance to demonstrate our capability.” Brig. Gen. Adrian Spain, 380th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, was impressed with the capabilities of the working dogs. “This team is an integral part of our ability to protect and defend our people and mission here. It was awesome for the rest of the base to be able to see them in action,” said Spain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Nieko Carzis)
F-35A Demonstration Team Preforms at the Dubai Airshow
U.S. Air Force Maj. Melanie “Mach” Kluesner, pilot of the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, performs aerial maneuvers at the Dubai Airshow, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Nov. 17, 2025. The demonstration highlights the F-35A’s agility and advanced capabilities to audiences attending the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Rupiper)
B-52 Flies Over the Dubai Airshow
A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress, assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, conducts a flyover at the Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates, on Nov. 17, 2025. The Dubai Airshow features aircraft and demonstrations from around the world, highlighting global aviation innovation and capability. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Rupiper)
F-35A Lightning II performs over Dubai Airshow
A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft flown by the F-35 aerial demonstration team assigned to the 388th Fighter Wing at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, performs aerial maneuvers Nov. 15, 2025, over Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The fifth-generation stealth fighter rehearsed its performance prior to the Dubai Airshow 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Justin Norton)
B-52 Stratofortress flies over Dubai Airshow 2025
A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft, assigned to the 96th Bomb Squadron from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, flies over spectators at the Dubai Airshow 2025, Nov. 17, 2025, at the Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The B-52 flew from Rota, Spain, to participate in the event, showcasing U.S. airpower on a global stage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tylin Rust)
F-35A Lightning II performs over Dubai Airshow
A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft flown by the F-35 aerial demonstration team assigned to the 388th Fighter Wing at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, performs aerial maneuvers Nov. 15, 2025, over Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The fifth-generation stealth fighter rehearsed its performance prior to the Dubai Airshow 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Justin Norton)
USS Mitscher (DDG 57) sails in formation with INS Magen and INS Hanit of the Israel Defense Force
The Israel Defense Force SA’AR 6-class corvette INS Magen, left, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57), center, and the Israel Defense Force SA’AR 5-class corvette INS Hanit sail in formation during a passing exercise (PASSEX) in the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility, Nov. 13, 2025. Mitscher is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the CENTCOM area of responsibility.
A-10s support U.S. Central Command operations
U.S. Airmen deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility perform maintenance and execute taxiing procedures for A-10C Thunderbolt II ground-attack aircraft, before the Warthogs take off to conduct a routine training sortie, November 4, 2025. The A-10 has provided dedicated close air support for the Air Force for nearly 50 years. (U.S. Air Force video by Master Sgt. James Cason)
USS Mitscher (DDG 57) Sailors conduct visit, board, search, and seizure exercise
U.S. Sailors conduct a visit, board, search, and seizure training exercise on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57). Mitscher is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.
Vice Adm. Renshaw Assumes Command of U.S. 5th Fleet
MANAMA, Bahrain (Oct. 5, 2025) U.S. Navy Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command, left; Vice Adm. George Wikoff, outgoing commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT), U.S. 5th Fleet and Combined Maritime Forces (CMF), center; and Vice Adm. Kurt Renshaw, incoming commander of NAVCENT, U.S. 5th Fleet and CMF, right; render honors during a change of command ceremony in Manama, Bahrain (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Iain Page)
RSLF Kick Off Force-on-Force Operations at NTC 26-02
Soldiers of the Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF), equipped with M1 Abrams main battle tanks and M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicles, conduct force-on-force operations for the first time at the National Training Center during Rotation 26-02 at Fort Irwin, Calif., Nov. 4, 2025. Partnering with U.S. Army Central, the RSLF, and 3rd Security Forces Assistance Brigade, will integrate with 2nd Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division to improve interoperability and operational effectiveness in a tough, realistic environment. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Devon Jones)
332nd ESFS Electronic Warfare division conducts night flights
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jordan Parsons, 332nd Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron small unmanned aircraft systems operator, prepares an RQ-20 Bravo B “PUMA” drone for flight in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Oct. 31, 2025. Mid-shift SUAS operators monitor live aerial surveillance in low-light areas to bolster nighttime security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kari Degraffenreed)
U.S.-Qatar Combined Command Post for air defense
AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar (Nov. 3, 2025) Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command, right, speaks with Chief of Staff of Qatar Armed Forces Lt. Gen. Jassim Al-Mannai during a ceremony at Al Udeid Air Base, Nov. 3. The event marked the opening of a new Combined Command Post for air defense staffed by personnel from Qatar and U.S. forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Chris Thornbury)
Bahrain, UK, U.S. Hold Annual Defence Working Group Meeting
MANAMA, Bahrain (Nov. 1, 2025) Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command, attends the Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA) - Defence Working Group (DWG) annual meeting in Bahrain, Nov. 1, with representatives from the Kingdom of Bahrain, United Kingdom, and United States. (Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Iain Page)