Tactical Collection (#7)

Israeli Air Force C-130J Shimshon aircraft parked at Nevatim Airbase
Israeli Air Force C-130J-30 Shimshon on the ramp at Nevatim Air Force Base, Israel

F-15B Eagles escort the first Hawaii-based C-17 Globemaster III to its home
Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii - F-15B Eagles escort the first Hawaii-based C-17 Globemaster III to its home. Hickam is the first base outside the continental U.S. to permanently host the C-17

Men and equipment being parachuted over Korea
Men and equipment being parachuted to earth in an operation conducted by United Nations airborne units. Ca. 1951

A Pilot fires the GAU-8 from an A-10 Thunderbolt II
April 24, 2007 - A Pilot fires the GAU-8 from an A-10 Thunderbolt II over the Pacific Alaska Range Complex during live-fire training

A C-17 Globemaster III in flight
May 10, 2006 - A C-17 Globemaster III flies over McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey

The Iveco Light Mulirole Vehicle that replaces the VW Iltis jeeps in the Belgian Army

C-130 Hercules aircraft taxi out for a mission during a six-ship sortie
Yokota Air Base, Japan - C-130 Hercules aircraft taxi out for a mission during a six-ship sortie

A C-17 takes off from Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina
August 30, 2006 - A C-17 takes off from Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina

A C-17 Globemaster III doing an assault landing on a new runway at Allen Army Airfield
September 29, 2009 - A C-17 Globemaster III does an assault landing on a new runway at Allen Army Airfield, Alaska

The nose of a Hercules C-130 airplane

A C-17 Globemaster III
March 22, 2011 - A C-17 Globemaster III takes off from Grant County International Airport in Moses Lake, Washington on a mission in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn

A Foster-Miller Talon MK II ordnance disposal robot
China Lake, California, November 15, 2006 - A Foster-Miller Talon MK II ordnance disposal robot prepares to unearth a simulated improvised explosive device

A pallet containing humanitarian relief supplies
May 20, 2009 - A pallet containing humanitarian relief supplies destined for Pakistan is prepared to be loaded into the cargo bay of a C-17 Globemaster III at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia

An RQ-7B Shadow unmanned aerial vehicle prepares to land
April 25, 2011 - A U.S. Marine Corps RQ-7B Shadow unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) prepares to land at Speedbag Airfield near Niland, California

Maintainers perform pre-flight inspections on A-10 Thunderbolt II s
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, March 23, 2006 - Four A-10 Thunderbolt IIs sit on the end of the runway as maintainers perform pre-flight inspections as part of the 2006 Hawgsmoke competition

An E-2C Hawkeye prepares to land
Pacific Ocean, October 18, 2012 - An E-2C Hawkeye prepares to land aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68)

An MQ-8B Fire Scout unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) flies over the Atlantic Ocean. The UAV is embarked aboard the guided-missile frigate USS McInerney (FFG 8)

Two A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft fly in formation
March 16, 2010 - Two A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft fly in formation during a training exercise at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia

A Tiger Shark unmanned aerial vehicle prepares for landing
A Tiger Shark unmanned aerial vehicle returns from a mission supporting forces in theater. The Tiger Shark UAV is the result of a rapid deployment effort by the Naval Air Systems Command special

A practice pallet is released from the back of a C-17 Globemaster III
August 13, 2007 - A practice pallet is released from the back of a C-17 Globemaster III during an airdrop training mission

A Formation of U. S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster IIIs prepare for departure
December 18, 2008 - A Formation of U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster IIIs prepare to depart from Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina

Airman watches a practice bundle fall from a C-17 Globemaster III
July 16, 2007 - Airman watches a practice bundle fall from a C-17 Globemaster III during an airdrop training mission over Hawaii

A box of humanitarian goods travels to the Yap Islands during Operation Christmas Drop
December 14, 2010 - Airmen watch as a parachute deploys and a box of humanitarian goods travels to the Yap Islands below during Operation Christmas Drop

Soldier guards a C-130 Hercules and crew
Southwest Asia - Soldier guards a C-130 Hercules and crew after arriving at Kirkuk Air Base, Iraq

C-130 Hercules aircraft stationed at an airbase
July 5, 2008 - A C-130 Hercules from the Air Force Reserve Commands 302nd Airlift Wing at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, equipped with the modular airborne firefighting system

An AGM-65 Maverick missile mounted on an F-16 Fighting Falcon
Close-up of an AGM-65 Maverick missile mounted on an F-16 Fighting Falcon

An EA-6B Prowler taxis to the hangar
A U.S. Marine Corps EA-6B Prowler taxis to the hangar from the flight line at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom

A Sailor signals to pilots of an E-2C Hawkeye aboard USS John C. Stennis
February 8, 2013 - A Sailor signals to pilots that another Sailor is checking the landing gear on an E-2C Hawkeye on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis

A C-17 Globemaster III sits in Hangar 4
January 29, 2007 - A C-17 Globemaster III sits in Hangar 4 after being pressure washed during a routine home station inspection at McChord Air Force Base, Washington

Container delivery system bundles drop out of a C-17 Globemaster III over a drop
May 9, 2010 - In less than thirty seconds, 40 container delivery system bundles totaling 70, 000 pounds drop out of a C-17 Globemaster III over a drop zone in Afghanistan

The Iveco Light Mulirole Vehicle used by the Belgian Army

C-17 Globemaster III sits on the flightline at Wake Island
January 12, 2008 - A C-17 Globemaster III sits on the flightline at Wake Island

A two-ship A-10 Thunderbolt II formation flies a combat mission over Afghanistan
October 7, 2008 - A two-ship A-10 Thunderbolt II formation flies a combat mission over Afghanistan. The A-10 has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude

A specially modified C-130 Hercules in flight
September 19, 2006 - A specially modified C-130 Hercules flies over the Texas countryside during its initial test flight. The Hercules, which took off from Lackland Air Force Base, Texas

A C-130J Shimshon of the Israeli Air Force performs a low level supply drop over Israel

Airmen push out a pallet of donated goods over the Island of Yap from a C-130 Hercules
December 19, 2008 - Airmen wait for the right moment to push a boxed pallet of donated supplies from a C-130 Hercules over the remote Island of Yap to be dropped during the 2008 Operation Christmas

Humanitarian aid supplies loaded by Hawaii Air National Guard into a C-17 Globemaster III
September 30, 2009 - Humanitarian aid supplies from the Federal Emergency Management Agency is loaded by Hawaii Air National Guard

Andros F6-A remote ordnance neutralization system
January 19, 2012 - Andros F6-A remote ordnance neutralization system, retrieves an improvised explosive device during training at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas

A U. S. Marine Corps Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement
A U.S. Marine Corps Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) prepares to pull away after inserting Marines for a local neighborhood security patrol as part of Operation Crimson Tide

A Scan Eagle Unmanned Aerial Vehicle makes an arrested recovery on the Skyhook recovery
Pacific Ocean, February 26, 2011 - A Scan Eagle Unmanned Aerial Vehicle makes an arrested recovery on the Skyhook recovery system aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock

Pre-flight inspection of a C-130 Hercules
Balad Air Base, Iraq, December 4, 2004 - A loadmaster conducts an engine start up and pre flight inspection on his C-130 Hercules prior to taking off during Operation Iraqi Freedom

An Airman inspecting pallets of cargo that will be dropped from a C-17 Globemaster
August 27, 2009 - Airman inspects pallets of cargo that will be dropped from a C-17 Globemaster III, to a forward operating base in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom

Aviation Boatswains Mate directs an E-2C Hawkeye on the flight deck
February 28, 2013 - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Handling) directs an E-2C Hawkeye on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis

A UH-1N helicopter flies over the Marine Air Support Squadron compound
August 26, 2010 - A UH-1N helicopter with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 467 flies over the Marine Air Support Squadron 1 compound

The USS Bunker Hill, the USNS Rainier, and the BAP Carvajal break away from the aircraft
Pacific Ocean, March 26, 2010 - The guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG-52), the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7)

Army Soldiers jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III
August 21, 2006 - Army Soldiers jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III during a joint forcible entry exercise with the Air Force over the East Coast

An MQ-8B Fire Scout unmanned aerial vehicle in flight
Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland, September 30, 2011 - An MQ-8B Fire Scout unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) successfully completes the first unmanned biofuel flight at Webster Field

Close-up of the front of a C-17 Globemaster III
February 1, 2010 - A C-17 Globemaster III aircrew prepares for a combat-airdrop over Afghanistan, at a base in Southwest Asia

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"Tactical Excellence: A Journey Through Aviation History" U. S. Air Force C-17 Globemasters soar through the skies, showcasing their strategic capabilities and unrivaled versatility. Reflecting on a bygone era, a World War Two recruitment poster inspires bravery and patriotism in the face of adversity. The Boer War's Tweebosch battle serves as a poignant reminder ingenuity and resilience in challenging circumstances. An A10 Thunderbolt II gracefully maneuvers down Bagram Air Field, embodying power and precision in every taxi. USAFE F-111F stationed at RAF Lakenheath symbolizes international cooperation and joint military operations for enhanced tactical effectiveness. Cutting-edge technology takes flight as a U. S Army RQ-7B Shadow unmanned aerial vehicle soars above, revolutionizing reconnaissance strategies. Witness the breathtaking sight of a C-17 Globemaster III releasing flares over the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean - an awe-inspiring display of defensive tactics. With unwavering determination, an A-10 Thunderbolt II emerges from Whiteman Air Force Base's hot pit, ready to take on any mission that lies ahead. Celebrating the legacy of Air Vice Marshal Sir Arthur Mary Coningham - his visionary leadership shaped tactical aviation forevermore. Douglas R5D-3 Skymaster 56549 City of London stands tall as a testament to logistical prowess during critical times in history. A P-51 Mustang, F-16 Fighting Falcon, F-15 Eagle, and A-10 Thunderbolt II unite in formation - an extraordinary showcase of diverse aircraft working together tactically. The Supermarine Swift FR. 5 7712M-WK281 exemplifies speed and agility while pushing boundaries with cutting-edge design. In this captivating journey through aviation history, we witness how these tactical elements have shaped the skies and continue to inspire future generations of warriors.