From parachute jumps to happy reunions, Air Force picks the best pictures taken by enlisted photographers during 2013


Soldiers in the Air Force spend much of their time thousands of feet above the ground, so enlisted photographers capture a lot of beautiful aerial landscapes throughout the year.



To round-up the last year, Airman Magazine has curated the best images taken by Air Force photographers in 2013.



The images show the range of life in the service, from adventurous paratroopers mid-jump to the heartwarming homecoming of families being reunited after deployment.



'We pride ourselves on publishing the powerful imagery and videos Air Force photographers and broadcasters produce every day,' said Managing Editor Tech Sgt Chris Powell. 'These professionals travel the world, sometimes putting themselves in harm's way, to bring you the visual story from an Airman's perspective.'



'Our goal is to make you feel as close to the story as possible, being right there with Airmen providing security in Afghanistan, a team of Airmen hiking the highest mountains on Earth or showcasing the Air Force's many aircraft conducting operations throughout the world.'

