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Day or night, “Dirt Boyz” play crucial role in winter operations

U.S. Airman 1st Class Evan May, 375th Civil Engineer Squadron pavement and equipment journeyman, inspects snow removal equipment on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Jan. 14, 2026. When winter weather is forecasted, CE Airmen monitor conditions around the clock, coordinating with the 15th Operational Weather Squadron, Airfield Management, and base leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Violette Hosack)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Violette Hosack
VIRIN: 260114-F-YH673-1044.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 7

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

32/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/640

ISO

125

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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