Jul 29, 2025

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. James B. Wellons, commanding general of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, recognizes U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joseph Ortiz, an airframes mechanic with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VFMA) 311, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd MAW, for his outstanding work during Red Flag Alaska 25-2 on Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, July 24, 2025. Red Flag Alaska is a joint exercise that enhances combat readiness and prepares units for deployments to austere environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Gavin)

CAMERA

Canon EOS R5

LENS

RF24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM

APERTURE

63/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/125

ISO

800

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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CAMERA

Canon EOS R5

LENS

RF24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM

APERTURE

63/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/125

ISO

800

 
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