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33 FW executes Operation Southern Edge 2025

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gage McCool, 58th Aircraft Maintenance Unit avionics specialist, pulls the chocks from an F-35A Lightning II while preparing a launch at Naval Air Station Key West, Florida. Tire Chocks keep the aircraft from moving while on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW F-15 static undergoes restoration

Scott Elliot, freelance contractor, repaints the wing of an F-15A Eagle static display at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 16, 2024. Elliot used latex paint which provides weather resistance and forms a protective barrier against ultraviolet rays, moisture, and temperature changes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW F-15 static undergoes restoration

Scott Elliot, freelance contractor, sweeps debris off of an F-15A Eagle static display at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Aug. 27, 2024. The cleaning and renovation of the aircraft addressed corrosion, mechanical stress, dust, pollution, excessive heat and humidity, and damage to the aircraft from prolonged exposure to ultraviolet and infrared light. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW F-15 static undergoes restoration

Scott Elliot, freelance contractor, continues restoration of an F-15A Eagle static display at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Aug. 27, 2024. The F-15A Eagle is a physical representation of the aircraft’s history at the 33rd Fighter Wing from 1978-2009. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW F-15 static undergoes restoration

Scott Elliot, freelance contractor, sits atop an F-15A Eagle static display at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Aug. 27, 2024. Elliot worked independently to restore the F-15 static, which serves as a monument to the history of the 33rd Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW F-15 static undergoes restoration

Scott Elliot, freelance contractor, continues the renovation of a F-15A Eagle static display at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Aug. 26, 2024. Elliot prepared the static display for a full repaint by washing the aircraft, sanding uneven areas, and priming corrosive spots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW F-15 static undergoes restoration

Scott Elliot, freelance contractor, sands uneven areas of an F-15A Eagle static display during a renovation at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Aug. 26, 2024. This was the first restoration of the aircraft since August 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW F-15 static undergoes restoration

Scott Elliot, freelance contractor, scrapes galvanic corrosion off of an F-15A Eagle static display during a renovation at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Aug. 26, 2024. Galvanic corrosion occurs when two dissimilar metals come in contact with one another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW F-15 static undergoes restoration

An F-15A Eagle static display sits at the entrance of Nomad Way before a renovation at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Aug. 26, 2024. Restorations of the aircraft began in August and were fully complete in late September. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW F-15 static undergoes restoration

A newly renovated F-15A Eagle static display sits at the entrance of Nomad Way at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Oct. 1, 2024. The restoration process consisted of sanding the aircraft, washing it, priming corrosive spots and repainting. Historians and historical property custodians are responsible for preserving and protecting the history, heritage, and culture of the Air Force through collections, exhibits, and displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW supports Checkered Flag from home

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jon Peek, 58th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, reviews a checklist on his portable maintenance aid Nov. 14, 2017, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 33 FW supported Checkered Flag 18-1, a large scale air-to-air only exercise that emphasizes the execution and production of tactics between fourth and fifth generation aircraft. In the past, the 33rd Fighter Wing deployed F-35As Lightning II to Tyndall afb to support the exercise. This year, supporting from home lessoned the strain on maintenance operations while allowing the wing's training mission to continue simultaneously. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson/Released)

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33 FW supports Checkered Flag from home

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jon Peek, 58th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, marshals an F-35A Lightning II from the 33rd Fighter Wing Nov. 14, 2017, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 33 FW supported Checkered Flag 18-1, a large scale air-to-air only exercise that emphasizes the execution and production of tactics between fourth and fifth generation aircraft. Checkered Flag is one of the few exercises where fifth generation aircraft participate as aggressors, allowing for realistic training against peer-like adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson/Released)

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33 FW supports Checkered Flag from home

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jon Peek, 58th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, communicates with a pilot from behind an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 33rd Fighter Wing Nov. 14, 2017, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 33 FW supported Checkered Flag 18-1, a large scale air-to-air only exercise that emphasizes the execution and production of tactics between fourth and fifth generation aircraft. The wing launched 44 sorties for the exercise in conjunction with the on-going F-35 pilot training mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson/Released)

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33 FW supports Checkered Flag from home

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jon Peek, 58th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, left, and Lt. Col. Jared Santos, 513th Electronic Warfare Squadron commander, inspect an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 33rd Fighter Wing prior to a sortie Nov. 14, 2017, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 33 FW supported Checkered Flag 18-1 from home station. Checkered Flag is a large scale air-to-air only exercise that emphasizes the execution and production of tactics between fourth and fifth generation aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson/Released)

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33 FW supports Checkered Flag from home

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jared Santos, 513th Electronic Warfare Squadron commander, walks to an F-35A Lightning II Nov. 14, 2017, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 33rd Fighter Wing supported Checkered Flag 18-1 from home station. The wing launched 44 sorties in conjunction with the on-going F-35 pilot training here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson/Released)

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33 FW supports Checkered Flag from home

Two F-35A Lightnings II from the 33rd Fighter Wing taxi towards the runway Nov. 14, 2017, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 33 FW supported Checkered Flag 18-1 from home station. Checkered Flag is a large scale air-to-air only exercise that emphasizes the execution and production of tactics between fourth and fifth generation aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson/Released)

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33 FW welcomes 2025 honorary commanders

U.S. Air Force Col. Dave Skalicky, 33rd Fighter Wing commander, provides a mission brief before an honorary commander induction ceremony at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Dec. 12, 2025. Honorary Commanders serve as the liaison between the 33rd FW and the surrounding community by maintaining strong relations through professional partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW welcomes 2025 honorary commanders

Members of the 33rd Fighter Wing and 33rd FW Honorary Commanders take a group photo in front of an F-35A Lightning II at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Dec 12, 2025. The wing’s HCC program is an initiative designed to foster partnerships between the military and local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW welcomes 2025 honorary commanders

Honorary commanders recite an oath during a 33rd Fighter Wing honorary commanders induction ceremony Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Dec. 12, 2025. A total of nine civic leaders were inducted into the honorary commander program this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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33 FW welcomes 2025 honorary commanders

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kelsey Smith, 33rd Maintenance Squadron commander, inducts April Branscome, Okaloosa Career and Tech Education program director, during a 33rd FW Honorary Commander Induction Ceremony at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Dec. 12, 2025. A total of nine civic leaders were inducted into the honorary commander program this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Briana Beavers)

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