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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Firefighters in silhouette use a hose to put out an aircraft fire in the dark.

Battling the Blaze

Air Force personnel assigned to the 5th Civil Engineer Squadron's fire protection team participate in a live aircraft fire exercise at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Sept. 16, 2025.

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