U.S., Japan refine arctic capabilities during exercise North Wind 26

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Andrew Giorgio, 36th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, prepares to offload U.S. Army paratroopers during exercise North Wind 26 at Chitose Air Base, Japan, Jan. 22, 2026. Exercise North Wind 26 reinforced the ability of U.S. and Japanese forces to rapidly integrate, operate in austere cold-weather conditions, and execute complex joint missions in support of regional security and alliance readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)

PHOTO BY: Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler
VIRIN: 260122-F-ID959-2561.JPG
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NIKON Z6_3

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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71/10

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1/800

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64

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