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July 17, 2017
Close air support: Thunderbolt IIs coming in hot

INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey -- An A-10 Thunderbolt II taxis on the runway July 15, 2017, at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey. A-10s are specially designed for close air support of ground forces, and can also be used against ground targets including tanks and other armored vehicles.For more stories and photos
July 17, 2017
386th AEW leadership mantle changes hands, welcomes new commander

SOUTHWEST ASIA -- The 386th Air Expeditionary Wing reins of control shifted during a change of command ceremony July 12, in Southwest Asia.Col. Charles D. Bolton, the outgoing 386th AEW commander, relinquished his command to Col. Stephen L. Hodge, who previously held position as the commander of the
July 14, 2017
Researcher, Defenders bring new counter-UAS program to BAF

As the use of unmanned aircraft systems rises across the world, researchers from around the Department of Defense are testing new ways to counter the new threats they could present.
July 13, 2017
Sustaining airpower: U.S., Coalition Airmen conduct aircraft arresting system test

Electrical power production technicians assigned to the 407th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron recertified the aircraft arresting system July 3, 2017, in Southwest Asia. The AAS is required to be certified annually to ensure its ability to actively stop a fighter aircraft experiencing an
July 13, 2017
Deployed aerospace ground equipment technicians keep mission flying high

At the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, if planes aren’t in the air, they’re constantly receiving maintenance to return to the fight. Aerospace ground equipment specialists play a pivotal role in ensuring 380th AEW aircraft are flight ready.
July 12, 2017
U.S. Air Force air advisors support coalition, Iraqi air ops in Mosul offensive

QAYYARAH WEST AIRFIELD, Iraq -- U.S. Air Force air advisors work hand-in-hand with their Iraqi counterparts at Qayyarah West airfield to support Coalition and Iraqi operations against ISIS in Mosul.Qayyarah West airfield, located in the northern region of Iraq near Mosul, serves as a logistical hub
July 11, 2017
RED HORSE Airmen battle heat, darkness to shape future

On a construction site in an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia all five senses are constantly bombarded. The sun scorches every inch of uncovered skin. Gusting winds kick up sand and dirt, making it difficult to see. Deafening machines saturate the air with the smell and taste of fumes.
July 11, 2017
386th AEW firefighters disprove doubters, build lasting bonds

The term Airman is non-specific by design. It encompasses all genders, all ranks and all careers. In this way, the term Airman is similar to the term firefighter. At the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing there are four female firefighters who are doing the same physically demanding work as their male
July 10, 2017
Defenders deescalate situation downrange, prevent potential incident

KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - A lot of people have seen the exciting world of combat arms training or the cute, but capable, military working dogs, but most are not familiar with the rough—and sometimes intense—duties of Air Force Defenders in Afghanistan. These Airmen stand watch for more than
July 8, 2017
In the eye of the storm: Weather specialty team supports Coalition air operations

A small team of enlisted forecasters and commissioned weather officers in the weather specialty team is tasked with the crucial mission of weather prediction for the entire Air Forces Central Command area of responsibility.