Photos by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo
86th Airlift Wing July 10, 2026
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cullin Wilson, 86th Maintenance Squadron aircraft inspection craftsman, does a final inspection on a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 4, 2026. Maintainers conduct preflight inspections to identify potential discrepancies and ensure the aircraft is prepared for its assigned mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Patrick Fitzgerald, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, ties a U.S. flag onto the ceiling of a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 4, 2026. The flyover and High Altitude, Low Opening jumps commemorated America’s 250th anniversary, recognizing the nation’s history and honoring generations of service members who have supported its defense since its founding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Robert Hutton, 37th Airlift Squadron instructor loadmaster, helps Green Berets assigned to U.S. Special Operations Command Europe during a High Altitude, Low Opening jump over Baumholder, Germany, July 4, 2026. Training with special operations forces strengthened interoperability between mobility and special operations units, ensuring both remain prepared for global contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Patrick Fitzgerald, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, sits in a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft while flying over Germany, July 4, 2026. The flyover and High Altitude, Low Opening jumps commemorated America’s 250th anniversary, recognizing the nation’s history and honoring generations of service members who have supported its defense since its founding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
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