Colonel Mendieta reviewing older body armor

U.S. Air Force Col. Shelly L. Mendieta, 39th Air Base Wing vice commander, talks about the shortcomings the standard issue Improved Outer Tactical Vest had for women serving in frontline roles at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Jan. 12, 2021. The Air Force is dedicated to making Airmen’s contributions feel valued and enable them to be more combat effective and ready each day. Efforts to reduce injuries, improve morale and increase effectiveness is an ongoing part of the mission to have Airmen ready to fly, fight and win. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey)

PHOTO BY: Staff Sgt. Ryan Lackey
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NIKON D810

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24.0-70.0 mm f/2.8

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4

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1/100

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1000

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