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A U.S. Navy C-2A Greyhound tests the Aircraft Arresting System on the flight line Oct. 9, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The AAS is used in the event that an emergency stop or landing is needed to prevent potential harm to both pilot and aircraft. The system consists of a cable that runs along the width of the runway, and can be raised and lowered by the barrier arresting kit known as the BAK-14. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Miles Wilson/Released)
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Tech. Sgt. Kenneth Mayfield, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron barrier maintenance NCO in-charge, measures how far the cable for the Aircraft Arresting System went out during a certification test Oct. 9, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The barrier maintenance section re-certifies the AAS annually to ensure it is operational and ready to use at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Miles Wilson/Released)
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Staff Sgt. Thomas Cabalo, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, signals to Airmen inside of the Barrier Arresting Kit-12 to wind up the Aircraft Arresting System Oct. 9, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The BAK-12 system works in conjunction with a tensioned cable, known as the pendant, and the BAK-14, a system that raises and lowers the cable as needed. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Miles Wilson/Released)
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Tech. Sgt. Kris Anderson, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, takes the point man position during an Aircraft Arresting System certification test Oct. 9, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The point man is responsible for signaling Airmen at the Barrier Arresting Kit-12 units to wind up the cable that catches the aircraft. The cable is wound up evenly to avoid an imbalance of tension that could cause an aircraft to veer off of the runway. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Miles Wilson/Released)
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Staff Sgt. Tyson Hageny, 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, attaches the Aircraft Arresting System cable to the Barrier Arresting Kit, known as the BAK-14, Oct. 9, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The BAK-14 raises and lowers the cable on the runway, and it works in conjunction with the BAK-12 system, which reels in and keeps tension on the cable. The systems work together to provide additional assistance during an emergency stop for aircraft taking off and landing on the runway. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Miles Wilson/Released)
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Show some love - Combined Federal Campaign kicks off at the Grand Slam Wing

Col. Jeffrey P. Engelker, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing vice commander, speaks to unit leaders about the importance and benefits of the Combined Federal Campaign Oct. 6, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The CFC program is a tool that allows Airmen to donate to charities and causes online, or through automatic payments. Each unit within the wing has representatives to help in the distribution of information regarding the program. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Miles A. Wilson/Released)
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Show some love - Combined Federal Campaign kicks off at the Grand Slam Wing

Capt. Melissa Gonzalez, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing Combined Federal Campaign community and area project officer, speaks during the CFC kickoff Oct. 6, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The CFC is a federal program that makes donating to charities and organizations easier by allowing individuals to donate through a database online. (U.S Air Force photo/Senior Airman Miles A. Wilson/Released)
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Show some love - Combined Federal Campaign kicks off at the Grand Slam Wing

Airmen from the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing donate online at the Combined Federal Campaign kickoff Oct. 6, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The event provided information on how to donate using the CFC online capabilities. Federal employees are able to either make a one-time contribution or to enroll in a payroll deduction method. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Senior Airman Miles A. Wilson/Released)
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Matrons of the maintenance world

Capt. Grace Miller from the 386th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and Capt. Shelly Martin from the 386th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron discuss the plans resolve issues Sept. 27, 2016 at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia. They ensure the unit operations run smoothly and that they have the resources needed to accomplish the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Anika Jones/Released)
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Matrons of the maintenance world

1st Lt. Solveig Listerud goes through a checklist with Staff Sgt. Justin Wise both from the 386th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Sept. 27, 2016 at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia. The overall readiness hinges on quality assurance for successful operation of the C-130 Hercules fleet.(U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Anika Jones/Released)
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Matrons of the maintenance world

Staff Sgt. Bradley Chaplin, 1st Lt. Erin Howell and Capt. Katherine Harmon from the 5th Expeditionary Air Mobility Squadron inspect a tool kit that is used for maintenance Sept. 29, 2016 at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia. They support the maintainers by ensuring that equipment and parts are available to get the mission accomplished.(U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Anika Jones/Released)
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Capt. Christine Harvey works with Master Sgt. Richard Cote both from the 386th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron in the Crash Damaged Disabled Aircraft Recovery trailer inspecting shackles used for debogging aircraft Sept. 28, 2016 at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia. This trailer is important in helping recovery aircraft for investigations boards.(U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Anika Jones/Released)
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Top five safety tips for new AUAB personnel

(U.S. Air Force photo illustration/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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Secretary of Defense Ash Carter pins the Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal on Staff Sgt. Brandon Eckstein, 370th Air Expeditionary Advisory Group. (Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Adrian Cadiz)(Released)
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A-29 Super Tucano flies over Kabul

A-29 Super Tucanos fly over Kabul, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The highest priority skillset for the Afghan Air Force A-29 pilots is the effective execution of close air support (CAS). Pilots are trained to employ rockets, precision-guided bombs, general purpose bombs, and strafe. It will employ a variety of weapons to do this mission: .50 cal machine guns, 2.75 inch rockets, 250 and 500 pound general purpose and guided bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Larry Reid, Jr.,released)
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A-29 Super Tucano flies over Kabul

A-29 Super Tucanos fly over Kabul, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The highest priority skillset for the Afghan Air Force A-29 pilots is the effective execution of close air support (CAS). Pilots are trained to employ rockets, precision-guided bombs, general purpose bombs, and strafe. It will employ a variety of weapons to do this mission: .50 cal machine guns, 2.75 inch rockets, 250 and 500 pound general purpose and guided bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Larry Reid, Jr.,released)
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A-29 Super Tucano flies over Kabul

A-29 Super Tucanos fly over Kabul, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The highest priority skillset for the Afghan Air Force A-29 pilots is the effective execution of close air support (CAS). Pilots are trained to employ rockets, precision-guided bombs, general purpose bombs, and strafe. It will employ a variety of weapons to do this mission: .50 cal machine guns, 2.75 inch rockets, 250 and 500 pound general purpose and guided bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Larry Reid, Jr.,released)
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A-29 Super Tucano flies over Kabul

A-29 Super Tucanos fly over Kabul, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The highest priority skillset for the Afghan Air Force A-29 pilots is the effective execution of close air support (CAS). Pilots are trained to employ rockets, precision-guided bombs, general purpose bombs, and strafe. It will employ a variety of weapons to do this mission: .50 cal machine guns, 2.75 inch rockets, 250 and 500 pound general purpose and guided bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Larry Reid, Jr.,released)
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A-29 Super Tucano flies over Kabul

A-29 Super Tucanos fly over Kabul, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The highest priority skillset for the Afghan Air Force A-29 pilots is the effective execution of close air support (CAS). Pilots are trained to employ rockets, precision-guided bombs, general purpose bombs, and strafe. It will employ a variety of weapons to do this mission: .50 cal machine guns, 2.75 inch rockets, 250 and 500 pound general purpose and guided bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Larry Reid, Jr.,released)
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A-29 Super Tucano flies over Kabul

An A-29 Super Tucano flies over Kabul, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The highest priority skillset for the Afghan Air Force A-29 pilots is the effective execution of close air support (CAS). Pilots are trained to employ rockets, precision-guided bombs, general purpose bombs, and strafe. It will employ a variety of weapons to do this mission: .50 cal machine guns, 2.75 inch rockets, 250 and 500 pound general purpose and guided bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Larry Reid, Jr.,released)
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