Striking images reveal US forces in action during Operation Epic Fury: PHOTOS

Recently unveiled photographs from Operation Epic Fury provide an insider’s view of US military operations during the conflict with Iran. These images capture everything from front-line engagements to tactical aerial maneuvers, showcasing the formidable strength of the US military and the dedication of the troops involved in the mission.


A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress is refueled during a combat flight, March 26, 2026.
A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress is refueled during a combat flight, March 26, 2026. US Central Command


U.S. Air Force crew chiefs perform pre-flight checks on a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, March 17, 2026.
U.S. Air Force crew chiefs perform pre-flight checks on a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, March 17, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is pictured transiting the Arabian Sea, March 26, 2026.
USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) is pictured transiting the Arabian Sea. US Central Command


U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft have been used to strike Iranian naval vessels.
U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft have been used to strike Iranian naval vessels. US Central Command


A U.S. Air Force F-16E Fighting Falcon aircraft refuels, March 2, 2026.
A U.S. Air Force F-16E Fighting Falcon aircraft refuels, March 2, 2026. US Air Force


A U.S. Sailor observes flight deck operations on the flight deck of the world's largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), during Operation Epic Fury, Feb. 28, 2026.
A U.S. Sailor observes flight deck operations on the world’s largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, February 28, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) conduct live-fire missions.
M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) conduct live-fire missions. US. Central Command


Aircrew members board a B-52H Stratofortress prior to taking off in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 4, 2026.
Aircrew members board a B-52H Stratofortress prior to taking off in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 4, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps aircraft attached to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 sit on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, March 10, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116) fires a Tomahawk land attack missile, March 5, 2026.
Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner (DDG 116) fires a Tomahawk land attack missile, March 5, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


U.S. Sailors observe flight operations on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 4, 2026.
U.S. Sailors observe flight operations on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, March 4, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


A U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II refuels mid-air while flying a combat mission during Operation Epic Fury, March 24.
A U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II refuels mid-air while flying a combat mission during Operation Epic Fury, March 24, 2026. US Central Command


A U.S. Sailor signals an F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14, on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 4, 2026.
A U.S. Sailor signals an F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14, on the flight deck of USS Abraham Lincoln, March 4, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


A U.S. Air Force F-15E takes flight in the Middle East in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 2, 2026.
A U.S. Air Force F-15E takes flight in the Middle East in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 2, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


U.S. Sailor, assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), cleans an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46 during a flight quarter evolution, in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in support of Operation Epic Fury, Mar. 4, 2026.
U.S. Sailor, assigned to USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119), cleans an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, March 4, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


U.S. Sailors, assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111), conduct line handling during a replenishment-at-sea with fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO-187) during Operation Epic Fury, Mar. 10, 2026.
U.S. Sailors, assigned to destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111), conduct line handling during a replenishment-at-sea, March 10, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


U.S. Sailors prepare to stage ordnance on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) in support of Operation Epic Fury, Feb. 28, 2026.
U.S. Sailors prepare to stage ordnance on the flight deck of USS Abraham Lincoln, February 28, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


A U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancer aircraft flies behind a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility during Operation Epic Fury, March 13, 2026.
A U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancer aircraft refuels, March 13, 2026. U.S. Air Force


M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) conducts live-fire mission.
M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) conducts live-fire mission. US. Central Command


A U.S. Sailor, assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan (DDG 72), prepares meals during Operation Epic Fury March 15, 2026.
A U.S. Sailor aboard the USS Mahan (DDG 72), prepares meals during Operation Epic Fury March 15, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs


A U.S. Sailor communicates with a MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 14, on the flight deck aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney (DDG 91) during Operation Epic Fury, March 18, 2026.
A U.S. Sailor communicates with a MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, on the flight deck aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney (DDG 91), March 18, 2026. U.S. Central Command Public Affairs

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