A rendering of a twin float amphibious modification to an MC-130J Commando II is shown here. Air Force Special Operations Command and private sector counterparts are currently developing a Removable Amphibious Float Modification (RAFM) for the MC-130J, allowing aircraft to take off and land in bodies of water and conduct runway independent operations. (Courtesy photo)

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Airman, Deputy, Dad: The Many Hats of TSgt Boatright

LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. – Tech. Sgt. Steven Boatright, 944th Security Forces Squadron combat arms training and maintenance instructor, inspects a magazine during weapons maintenance training at Luke AFB, Ariz., Aug. 8, 2025. As both a Reserve Airman and civilian combat arms specialist, he ensures Airmen meet qualification standards essential for mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tricia Topasna)

PHOTO BY: Tech. Sgt. Tricia Topasna
VIRIN: 250808-F-GU615-1004.JPG
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NIKON D850

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28/10

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10/1000

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320

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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