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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

An airman using a flashlight kneels to inspect an aircraft’s engine as it creates a blue, white and orangish glow.

Engine Check

Air Force Staff Sgt. Ernesto Parra inspects an F-15E Strike Eagle engine during a routine afterburner test at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 12, 2025. Airmen assigned to the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron test engines like this in a specialized hangar to ensure all components function properly before use.

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