LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. – Aircraft from the 1st Fighter Wing taxi into position for the Elephant Walk at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia., Jan. 31, 2025. The surge was designed to showcase the wing’s operational readiness and its ability to rapidly mobilize airpower. The 1st FW operates F-22 Raptors and T-38 Talons, maintaining combat capabilities that enable the U.S. Air Force to execute missions across the globe. With a focus on air superiority, the 1st FW plays a critical role in defending the nation’s interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Bithell)