Pilot’s quick thinking resolves in-flight emergency

An F-35A Lightning II, assigned to the 61st Fighter Squadron, takes off Aug. 21, 2019, from Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Pilots training in the 61st FS go through a nine month flight course which includes an academic portion that covers mindfulness, awareness, intensity regulation, focus and attention, self-talk, goal setting, confidence, motivation and team cohesion to prepare student pilots for the mental aspects of piloting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Brooke Moeder)

PHOTO BY: Airman Brooke Moeder

VIRIN: 190821-F-ZR251-0044.JPG

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NIKON D850

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70.0-200.0 mm f/2.8

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56/10

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1/800

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125

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