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Seeing the unseen: How 5MXS’ nondestructive inspection specialists check what eyes cannot

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brandon West, 5th Maintenance Squadron nondestructive inspection (NDI) shop chief, points at an aircraft panel’s crack, faintly visible on an X-ray scan at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, February 5, 2026. Utilizing everything from X-rays to ultrasound, NDI specialists find the smallest imperfections and take the corrective measures needed to keep equipment working safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kendra A. Ransum)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Kendra A. Ransum
VIRIN: 260205-F-UR202-1030.JPG
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NIKON Z6_3

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

35/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/200

ISO

2500

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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