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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Four jets fly in formation over a blue body of water, with white clouds visible in the sky below.

Flying High

Air Force F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets fly over the Gulf of America, Nov. 21, 2025. Secretary of the Air Force Troy E. Meink flew in the back seat of the lead jet as part of a visit to Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., to learn about aircraft tactics, techniques and procedures being developed by the 53rd Wing.

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