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The Patriots defending ASAB

A Patriot missile launcher stands ready to destroy any incoming threats at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Nov. 20, 2020. The Patriot missile system is an integral component to the safety of the base, and is used to seek and destroy aerial threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kenneth Boyton)
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The Patriots defending ASAB

A U.S. Army Soldier assigned to Charlie Battery, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment works on an M1085A1 long-wheelbase truck engine at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Nov. 20, 2020. The truck provides tactical unit and cargo mobility and has a maximum payload capacity of 10,000 pounds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kenneth Boyton)
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1-43 ADA and the Patriot missile system

Aaron Albin (left) and Brian Madigan (right), both Private 2nd Class with Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, perform a system validation on a Patriot launcher April 24, 2019, on Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. Certified crews maintain 24-hour coverage to ensure proper maintenance and performance of the Patriot missile system protecting the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jocelyn A. Ford)
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1-43 ADA and the Patriot missile system

Private 2nd Class Brian Madigan, Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, performs a system validation on a Patriot launcher April 24, 2019, on Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. Certified crews maintain 24-hour coverage to ensure proper maintenance and performance of the Patriot missile system protecting the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jocelyn A. Ford)
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Soldiers’ air defense capability defends skies

U.S. Army Pfc. Abbigail Carey, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade patriot missile maintainer and operator, acts as a ground guide while performing patriot missile readiness drills at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, April 16, 2019. Soldiers of the 1-43rd ADA Battalion provide the installation with an air defense capability, protecting personnel, assets and operations here from potential air threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Soldiers’ air defense capability defends skies

U.S. Army Pvt. Bridger Clifford, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade patriot missile maintainer and operator, performs patriot missile readiness drills at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, April 16, 2019. Soldiers of the 1-43rd ADA Battalion provide the installation with an air defense capability, protecting personnel, assets and operations here from potential air threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Soldiers’ air defense capability defends skies

U.S. Army Pfc. Abbigail Carey, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade patriot missile maintainer and operator, performs patriot missile readiness drills at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, April 16, 2019. Soldiers of the 1-43rd ADA Battalion provide the installation with an air defense capability, protecting personnel, assets and operations here from potential air threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Soldiers’ air defense capability defends skies

U.S. Army Pfc. Abbigail Carey, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Regiment, 11th ADA Brigade patriot missile maintainer and operator, sprints around a training launcher while performing patriot missile readiness drills at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, April 16, 2019. Soldiers of the 1-43rd ADA Battalion provide the installation with an air defense capability, protecting personnel, assets and operations here from potential air threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Soldiers’ air defense capability defends skies

U.S. Army Pfc. Abbigail Carey, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade patriot missile maintainer and operator, performs patriot missile readiness drills at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, April 16, 2019. Soldiers of the 1-43rd ADA Battalion maintain and control the installation’s Patriot missile launchers in support of personnel and operations at Al Udeid. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Soldiers’ air defense capability defends skies

U.S. Army Pvt. Bridger Clifford, left, and U.S. Army Pfc. Abbigail Carey, right, both Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade patriot missile maintainers and operators, perform patriot missile readiness drills at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, April 16, 2019. Soldiers of the 1-43rd ADA Battalion maintain and control the installation’s Patriot missile launchers in support of personnel and operations at Al Udeid. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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‘Echo Company’ Soldiers maintain AUAB air defenses

U.S. Army Spc. Jaylyn Wilson, Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade wheeled vehicle mechanic (left), and U.S. Army Spc. Brent Fleming, 1-43rd ADA allied trade specialist, conducts an operations check on a Palletized Load System truck Jan. 29, 2019, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Soldiers of Echo Company perform mechanical work and repairs for various equipment and assets that support Al Udeid’s air defense capabilities, including surface-to-air missile systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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‘Echo Company’ Soldiers maintain AUAB air defenses

U.S. Army Spc. Brent Fleming, Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade allied trade specialist, assists in conducting operations checks on military vehicles Jan. 29, 2019, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Soldiers of Echo Company perform mechanical work and repairs for various equipment and assets that support Al Udeid’s air defense capabilities, including surface-to-air missile systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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‘Echo Company’ Soldiers maintain AUAB air defenses

U.S. Army Spc. Jaylyn Wilson, Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade wheeled vehicle mechanic, conducts an operations check on a Palletized Load System truck Jan. 29, 2019, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Soldiers of Echo Company perform mechanical work and repairs for various equipment and assets that support Al Udeid’s air defense capabilities, including surface-to-air missile systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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‘Echo Company’ Soldiers maintain AUAB air defenses

U.S. Army Spc. Shanikka Smith, Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade utilities equipment repairer, recovers refrigerant from a Patriot System’s air conditioning unit compressor Jan. 28, 2019, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Soldiers of Echo Company perform mechanical work and repairs for various equipment and assets that support Al Udeid’s air defense capabilities, including surface-to-air missile systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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‘Echo Company’ Soldiers maintain AUAB air defenses

U.S. Army Spc. Abraham Garcia, Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade wheeled vehicle mechanic, prepares to rotate a military vehicle’s tires as part of routine maintenance Jan. 28, 2019, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Soldiers of Echo Company perform mechanical work and repairs for various equipment and assets that support Al Udeid’s air defense capabilities, including surface-to-air missile systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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‘Echo Company’ Soldiers maintain AUAB air defenses

U.S. Army Spc. Abraham Garcia, Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade wheeled vehicle mechanic, moves a military vehicle wheel as part of a routine tire rotation Jan. 28, 2019, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Soldiers of Echo Company perform mechanical work and repairs for various equipment and assets that support Al Udeid’s air defense capabilities, including surface-to-air missile systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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‘Echo Company’ Soldiers maintain AUAB air defenses

U.S. Army Spc. Jaylyn Wilson Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion, 11th ADA Brigade wheeled vehicle mechanic, prepares a military vehicle’s tires for rotation as part of routine maintenance Jan. 28, 2019, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Soldiers of Echo Company perform mechanical work and repairs for various equipment and assets that support Al Udeid’s air defense capabilities, including surface-to-air missile systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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In an interview with the 380th Public Affairs office, U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Richard Allen McChesney opens up about his decision to join the military and why he serves at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. Sep. 26, 2018. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lou Burton)
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Powerful Patriot

A Patriot PAC-2 missile battery prepares to move into the firing position during an exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar Mar. 4. The Patriot missiles at AUAB protect the base from a variety of airborne threats including tactical ballistic missiles and drones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. James Hodgman/Released)
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