Southern Strike 2018

Maj. Jacob McCutcheon, 815th Airlift Squadron pilot, performs a pre-flight check on a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, in preparation for an aeromedical evacuation exercise Nov. 1, 2017, during Southern Strike 2018. Southern Strike 2018 is a large-scale, joint multinational combat exercise that provides tactical level training for the full spectrum of conflict and emphasizes air dominance, maritime operations, maritime air support, precision engagement, close air support, command and control, personnel recovery, aeromedical evacuation, and combat medical support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ryan Labadens)