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Future Fighter

U.S. Air Force Lt. Kirsten Eissman, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II student pilot, steps to a jet Aug. 11, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Throughout her training, Eissman has been challenged, but remembers the history that she follows as a female fighter pilot. Of the 10,964 pilots in the U.S. Air Force today, only 6.5 percent are women. The majority fly mobility aircraft and fewer than 3 percent fly fighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Colleen Coulthard)

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Future Fighter

U.S. Air Force Lt. Kirsten Eissman, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II student pilot, steps to a jet Aug. 11, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The student pilot course syllabus consists of 159 academic and ground training courses, 44 simulator events, and 39 flights with a mixture of all mission sets in which the students are required to demonstrate a basic level of proficiency to prepare for the Combat Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Colleen Coulthard)

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Future Fighter

U.S. Air Force Capt. John Toner, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II student pilot, prepares for takeoff Aug. 11, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. While at Eielson AFB, student pilots are flying four offensive counter air training missions. OCA missions prepare student pilots to contend with air-to-air and surface-to-air threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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Gorillas Take Alaska

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II pilots prepare for takeoff Aug. 11, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-35A contains state-of-the-art tactical data links that provide the secure sharing of data among its flight members as well as other airborne, surface and ground-based platforms required to perform assigned missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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58th Fighter Squadron TDY to Eielson Alaska

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II pilots prepare for takeoff Aug. 11, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-35A contains state-of-the-art tactical data links that provide the secure sharing of data among its flight members as well as other airborne, surface and ground-based platforms required to perform assigned missions. (U.S. Air Force photo Airman Colleen Coulthard)

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58th Fighter Squadron TDY to Eielson Alaska

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II waits before taxiing onto the runway Aug. 11, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The students integrated into highly complex missions to prepare for their first operational assignment in the Combat Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Colleen Coulthard)

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Gorillas find success in Alaska

58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilots step to their jets Aug. 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Flying away from home station allows pilots to increase their flight experience in a different, complex environment, better preparing them for the Combat Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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Gorillas Take Alaska

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brett “Zipper” Robison, F-35A Lightning II pilot, throws up the sign commonly referred to as “RAGE” Aug. 11, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Every fighter squadron has a sign that represents their squadron’s mascot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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Gorillas Take Alaska

U.S. Air Force Maj. Christopher “Flash” Fjelstad, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, takes off Aug. 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-35A contains state-of-the-art tactical data links that provide the secure sharing of data among its flight members as well as other airborne, surface and ground-based platforms required to perform assigned missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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Gorillas Take Alaska

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II pilots prepare for takeoff Aug. 11, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-35A contains state-of-the-art tactical data links that provide the secure sharing of data among its flight members as well as other airborne, surface and ground-based platforms required to perform assigned missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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Gorillas Take Alaska

U.S. Air Force Maj. Matthew “Fitty” Tucker, 58th Fighter Squadron director of operations, takes off Aug. 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. 58th FS pilots traveled to Eielson AFB to support final training requirements for student pilots in the F-35A Lightning II basic course at Eglin AFB, Florida (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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Future Fighter

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Amanda Cannon, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II student pilot, prepares for flight Aug 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The student pilot course syllabus consists of 159 academic and ground training courses, 44 simulator events, and 39 flights with a mixture of all mission sets in which the students are required to demonstrate a basic level of proficiency to prepare for the Combat Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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Future Fighter

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Ian Woodward, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II student pilot, prepares for a flight Aug. 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. While at Eielson AFB, student pilots are flying four offensive counter air training missions. OCA missions prepare student pilots to contend with air-to-air and surface-to-air threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille, photo has been blurred for operational security)

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Future Fighter

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Amanda Cannon, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II student pilot, prepares for a flight Aug 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Prior to each flight, pilots are briefed on weather conditions and any other important information to ensure a safe and successful flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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Future Fighter

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Ian Woodward, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II student pilot, poses for a portrait Aug. 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Flying away from home station allows pilots to increase their flight experience in a different, complex environment, better preparing them for the Combat Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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Future Fighter

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Ian Woodward, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II student pilot, prepares for takeoff Aug. 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The students are integrating into highly complex missions with over 20 aircraft flying in the airspace, to include KC-135 Stratotankers, F-16C/D Fighting Falcons and F-22 Raptors. In addition to flights, the students are working in a Mission Planning Cell, learning their roles and responsibilities as young wingmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille, photo has been blurred for operational security)

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Future Fighter

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Ian Woodward, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II student pilot, inspects an F-35A Lightning II prior to takeoff Aug. 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The student pilot course syllabus consists of 159 academic and ground training courses, 44 simulator events, and 39 flights with a mixture of all mission sets in which the students are required to demonstrate a basic level of proficiency to prepare for the Combat Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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'Future Fighter' to complete initial F-35A training

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II pilots taxi to the runway Aug. 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-35 gives pilots an advantage over adversaries with its advanced capabilities, integrated avionics and superior sensor package that gives pilots more information than any other fighter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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'Future Fighter' to complete initial F-35A training

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jonathan “Tosh” Lowell, 58th Fighter Squadron F-35A Lighting II pilot, prepares for takeoff Aug. 10, 2021, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Flying away from home station allows pilots to increase their flight experience in a different, complex environment, strengthening their skills for the Combat Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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'Future Fighter' to complete initial F-35A training

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Jackson, 33rd Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, completes post flight inspections Aug. 10, 2021 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Post flight inspections are performed after every flight ensuring lifesaving equipment is working properly and ready for the next flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Heather LeVeille)

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