An MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 27th Special Operations Wing, is parked on the runway with the Northern Lights overhead during Arctic Edge 24 in Utqiagvik, Alaska, Feb. 29, 2024. Arctic Edge 24 provides Special Operations Command North the opportunity to test a range of capabilities and response options to deter, disrupt, degrade, and deny competitor activity in the Arctic in support of globally integrated layered defense and deterrence of the homeland. ( Air Force photo by Senior Airman Drew Cyburt)

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Keywords: 24, ae24, arctic, defense, edge, homeland, northcom, security, vigilant