Typically, when people think about the Air Force, they think planes and cushy jobs.
But it's much more complicated than that.
Yes, there are lots of planes.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdThe Air Force also has about a $140 billion budget, which is about 5 times the Marine Corps.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdBecause they can work in bulk.
And F-35s and F-22s aren't cheap.
Neither is truly remarkable technology.
So it's true that the Air Force plays with the coolest toys on planet earth.
But these guys and gals also get dirty.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdSeriously, really cool toys.
They also fight. Yes, even on the ground.
They do a lot of missions you wouldn't expect.
And navigate some large obstacles while doing them.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdThere are several AIr Force special operations units.
And their Security Forces (Military Police) are some of the best in the biz.
On several different levels.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdThey're ready for any mission.
Of course, a lot of it comes back to unparalleled air logistics.
There's nowhere the Air Force can't go.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdAnd they can bring their friends.
Sometimes drop themselves into some of the toughest spots.
And swim their way to success.
The work takes extraordinary focus.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdAnd a lot of it goes in behind the scenes.
Until the time comes to drop.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdThey're clearly not afraid of heights.
And they're not afraid to get low, either.
They're no strangers to low-crawling through dirt, sand, and mud.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdAnd delivering the goods.
The sun never sets on national security.
And like the other 1.4 million active duty service members, airmen remain ready.
next slide will load in 15 secondsSkip AdSkip AdThe Air Force just gets going a bit faster.
Ultimately, no matter the branch, all troops are there for each other.
And the sacrifices are the same.
We still got mad love for the Marines, though.