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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

An aircraft in silhouette prepares to land.

Lightning Landing

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II prepares to land at Mont-de-Marsan Air Base, France, May 10, 2021. The aircraft and crew participated in several events including exercise Atlantic Trident 21, underscoring the steadfast U.S. commitment to the region and enhancing interoperability with NATO allies and partners.

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