Fighting Falcons prepare for takeoff
332D AIR EXPEDITIONARY WING --
Four 332d Air Expeditionary Wing F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft wait for armament prior to takeoff in Southwest Asia, Feb. 8, 2022. The F-16 is a compact, multi-role fighter aircraft that delivers war-winning airpower to the U.S. Central Command
area of responsibility. The U.S. Air Force routinely flies a variety of aircraft and units throughout the Middle East. These dynamic deployments represent the U.S. commitment to allies and to enhanced regional security. (U.S Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Lauren M. Snyder)