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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A rocket launches behind aircraft.

Rocket Launch

A 920th Rescue Wing HC-130J Combat King II aircraft sits on the flight line at Patrick Space Force Base, Fla., Sept. 15, 2021, as the Inspiration4 rocket launches in the background. Inspiration4 is the world's first all-civilian mission to orbit, Sept. 15, 2021.

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  • Credit: Air Force Master Sgt. Kelly Goonan VIRIN: 210915-F-PB262-1006.JPG
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