F-16s Escort B-1 in U.S. Central Command Area of Responsibility
UNDISCLOSED LOCATION, -- A U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancer flies in formation with an F-16C Fighting Falcon escort over the Red Sea as part of a regularly-scheduled Bomber Task Force (BTF) mission in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility Nov. 8, 2023. BTF operations are routinely conducted across the world, showcasing the Air Force's unique ability to rapidly field and deploy forces at any time as part of the Agile Combat Employment concept. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jasmonet Holmes)