U.S. Central Command Photo Gallery

Peshmerga forces train to counter IED threat
A Zeravani policeman from 2nd Battalion 3rd Brigade Zeravani checks for possible a improvised explosive devices (IED) during Counter-IED detect and defeat training at Bnaslawa Training Center, Iraq, July 25, 2019. Peshmerga police conduct detect and defeat training to identify and properly disrupt IEDs commonly found on the battlefield. The Italian Army Mobile Training Team from the Kurdistan Training Coordination Center oversaw the training. Combined Joint Task Force- Operation Inherent Resolve training programs include courses in areas as diverse as operational planning, counter-terrorism, logistics and sustainment, equipment maintenance, counter-IED techniques and law enforcement. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Kahlil Dash)

Photo by: Spc. Kahlil Dash |  VIRIN: 190725-A-DT205-1083.JPG
U.S. Air Force Maj. Taylor “FEMA” Hiester, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and pilot, performs aerial maneuvers in a U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing at Aviano Air Base, Italy, during an airshow at Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 18, 2025. The F-16, a multi-role fighter aircraft capable of both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, demonstrates its versatility through dynamic aerial demonstrations across the U.S. and abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Cardo)
Soldiers with the Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF), equipped with M1 Abrams Main Battle Tanks and M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicles, conduct gunnery prior to live-fire exercises at the National Training Center during Rotation 26-02 at Fort Irwin, Calif., Nov. 13, 2025. Partnering with U.S. Army Central and 3rd Security Forces Assistance Brigade, the RSLF 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)
U.S. Air Force Maj. Melanie "Mach" Kluesner, the pilot assigned to the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, conducts pre-flight checks before takeoff at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, on Nov. 17, 2025. The team is performing at the Dubai Airshow to showcase the capabilities of the F-35A to nations around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Rupiper)
A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Fighter Squadron in Aviano Air Base, Italy, performs aerial maneuvers Nov. 16, 2025, over Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The multi-role fighter aircraft rehearsed its performance prior to the Dubai Airshow 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Justin Norton)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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.
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)
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.