Need for speed: Chase cars safeguard U-2 “Dragon Lady

A 5th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 “Dragon Lady” pilot bids farewell to squadron mates prior to a launch at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, August 12, 2020. The 5th RS “Black Cats” are part of Beale Air Force Base, Calif.’s 9th Reconnaissance Wing and performs aerial reconnaissance and surveillance missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Noah Sudolcan)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Noah Sudolcan
VIRIN: 200812-F-PB738-1045.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON D5

LENS

24.0-70.0 mm f/2.8

APERTURE

45/10

SHUTTERSPEED

10/6400

ISO

800

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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