625th STOS fly SELM mission

Airmen and Sailors from the U.S. Air Force's 625th Strategic Operations Squadron and the U.S. Navy's Strategic Communications Wing One, gather for a group photo after a successful simulated electronic minuteman test (SELM) flight, March 7, 2023. A SELM test involves Airborne Launch Control Systems officer flying aboard a U.S. Navy E-6B Mercury who possess the ability to launch an ICBM with the turn of a key, similar to missileers launching an ICBM from an underground launch control center.

PHOTO BY: Kendra Williams
VIRIN: 230307-F-FN141-1002.JPG
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NIKON D850

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110/10

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10/2500

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1600

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