Lt. Col. Jaina Donberg, 494th Fighter Squadron commander, greets Lt. Col. Ryan Lippert, 494th FS assistant director of operations, Oct. 21, 2019, after arriving at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles from the 494th FS deployed to the Air Forces Central Command area of responsibility in support of ongoing operations to maintain air superiority, defend forces on the ground, enhance regional partnerships, and demonstrate a continued commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Anna-kay Ellis)