Iraqi air force leaders thank U.S advisors, celebrate 80th anniversary
NEW AL-MUTHANA AIR BASE, Iraq -- Brig. Gen. Anthony Rock, Iraq Training and Advisory Mission - Air director, accepts a gift of appreciation from Iraqi air force leaders during the Iraqi air force's 80th anniversary celebration here April 21. More than 1,000 Airmen, Soldiers and contractors advise, train and assist their Iraqi partners at six major locations throughout Iraq in an effort to bolster the nation's capacity to provide internal security and defend against external threats. (U.S. Air Force/Tech. Sgt. Jason Lake)