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A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 18th Fighter Interceptor Squadron taxis before taking off at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Nov. 18, 2025. Arctic Gold 26-1 tested the wing’s readiness to deploy and maintain airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mary Murray)