U.S. Air Force Academy cadets speak with 48th Fighter Wing pilots prior to their familiarization flight with the 494th Fighter Squadron at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, July 26. The cadets are participating in “Operation Air Force,” a two-week program in which they are able to see and experience the Air Force mission being accomplished first-hand. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Malcolm Mayfield)