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I predict snow

TRANSIT CENTER AT MANAS, Kyrgyzstan - Staff Sgt. Stephanie Meyers, 376th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron weather technician, takes a tactical weather observation with a hand-held sensor system known as the Kestrel, which detects wind speeds, air pressure, temperature, and relative humidity. She also provides forecasts of Kyrgyzstan and Afghanistan for pilots prior to missions as well as resource protection by issuing weather watches, warnings, and advisories. Sergeant Meyers is deployed from Altus Air Force Base, Okla. and hails from Pierre, S.D. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nichelle Anderson)
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Force protection training

SOUTHWEST ASIA -- U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Wesley Boyatt, 386th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron force protection flight, practices restraining techniques on Jeff Jones, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron trainer, during a force protection training exercise Jan. 8, 2010 at an air base in Southwest Asia. The training is conducted on a quarterly basis to teach incoming personnel the basics of force protection techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lakisha A. Croley/Released)
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KC-10 flight engineer, Staten Island native, supports deployed air refueling ops

Staff Sgt. Kaamil Coston, KC-10 Extender flight engineer with the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron at a non-disclosed base in Southwest Asia, checks the landing gear of a KC-10 Jan. 8, 2009. Sergeant Coston, deployed from the 2nd Air Refueling Squadron at McGuire Air Force Base, N.J., ensures the KC-10 is ready to fly when a mission is prepared -- essentially the "systems expert" for the airframe. The KC-10 is an Air Mobility Command advanced tanker and cargo aircraft designed to provide increased global mobility for U.S. armed forces. Although the KC-l0's primary mission is aerial refueling, it can combine the tasks of a tanker and cargo aircraft by refueling fighters and simultaneously carry the fighter support personnel and equipment on overseas deployments. Sergeant Coston's hometown is Staten Island, N.Y. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Tech. Sgt. Scott T. Sturkol/Released)
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New 321st AEW commander sees promising future for Iraqi Air Forces

Air Force Lt. Gen. Mike Hostage (left), commander of the U.S. Air Forces Central Command, hands the guidon to Brig. Gen. Scott Hanson, incoming commander of the 321st Air Expeditionary Wing during the change of command ceremony in Al Faw Palace on Victory Base Complex, Baghdad, Jan. 7, 2010. The mission of the 321st AEW is to train and advise the Iraqi air force in order to advance the foundational airpower capabilities of Iraqi Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Trish Bunting/Released)
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Air Force and Army jointly save lives

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Krystal Marks, aerospace medicine technician with United States Forces-Iraq, Deputy Commanding General-Advising and Training Health Affairs, demonstrates what five liters of blood might look like on a bleeding victim during the combat lifesaver course Dec. 29, 2009. The students learned to check patients for any visible signs of blood loss during initial assessment. Sergeant Marks is deployed from Pope Air Force Base, N.C., and hails from Warren, Ohio. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Trish Bunting/Released)
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Manas basketball game inspires Kyrgyz: "We should play more"

Brandon Boswell, point guard for Transit Center at Manas basketball team, dribbles the ball down the court in attempt to break down the Kyrgyz Russian Slavic University basketball player’s defense during a friendly game here Jan. 5. He is a communications security contractor for the 376th Expeditionary Communications Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nichelle Anderson)
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Vehicle OPs

100105-F-3622Z-065 A C-17 Globemaster flight crew arrives ready to board their aircraft here at a Southwest Asia location Jan. 5, 2010. The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases in the deployment area. The 379th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron transports flight crews to their aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kasey Zickmund)[RELEASED]
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BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan-- U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jeremy Botello, aircrew flight equipment specialist, 455th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, cleans a lens before a pilot's flight Jan. 4, 2010. Betello is stationed a Shaw Air Force

BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan-- U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jeremy Botello, aircrew flight equipment specialist, 455th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, cleans a lens before a pilot's flight Jan. 4, 2010. Botello is stationed a Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. and is from Austin, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by: Tech. Sgt. Jeromy K. Cross)
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Dust Bowl

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman James Finley, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, runs past the 386th Expeditionary Mission Support Group defense for a touchdown Jan. 1, 2010 during the New Year's Day Dust Bowl Tournament at an air base in Southwest Asia. The 386th ESFS defended its title in the 10-team, single elimination flag football tournament, defeating the 386th EMSG 40-20. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lindsey Maurice/Released)
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Dragonlady sunset

A U-2 Dragonlady aircraft assigned to the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing taxis down the runway at a non-disclosed base in Southwest Asia on Dec. 30, 2009, after completing a mission. The U-2 provides high-altitude, all-weather surveillance and reconnaissance, day or night, in direct support of U.S. and allied forces. It delivers critical imagery and signals intelligence to decision makers throughout all phases of conflict, including peacetime indications and warnings, low-intensity conflict, and large-scale hostilities. The 380th AEW supports Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom and the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jenifer H. Calhoun/Released)
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Pro vs GI Joe's

Deployed servicemembers face off against the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders during a USO-sponsored Band Hero competition at a deployed location in Southwest Asia, Dec. 30, 2009. The USO sponsors gaming events here approximately two times per month. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Michelle Larche)(Released)
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MC-12W

An MC-12W takes off from Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan Dec. 29, 2009. This is the first mission of the newly activated 4th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by: Tech. Sgt. Jeromy K. Cross)(Released)
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Georgia Air Guard Teams With Fighting 48th in Afghanistan

U.S. Air Force Capt. Roger M. Brooks IV, from Marietta, Ga., commander of a twelve-man Joint Terminal Attack Controllers team, extends a hand of support to Col. Niazy, Afghan border police commanding officer, 6th Kandak, 201st Corps, at an ABP observation post in the mountains of the Achin District of eastern Afghanistan's Nangarhar province, Dec. 20. (U.S. Army Photo/Sgt. Tracy Smith)
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'Taliban Hotel' destruction

KHOST PROVINCE, Afghanistan - A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle from the 335th Fighter Squadron at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, drops a flare while providing overwatch during the demolition of the “Taliban Hotel,” a safehouse utilized by insurgent fighters infiltrating Afghanistan, Dec. 18. An Explosive Ordnance Disposal team from the 707th EOD unit, out of Fort Lewis, Wash., partnered with Soldiers from the soldiers from the 1st Squadron, 40th Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, out of Fort Richardson, Alaska,, and Afghan National Security Forces to explosively level the safehouse. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Stephen J. Otero)
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386th AEW celebrate the holidays

SOUTHWEST ASIA -- Members of the 386th Expeditionary Communications Squadron wave to the crowd during a Christmas parade through the streets of an air base in Southwest Asia Dec. 25, 2009. The 386th ECS float took first place in the "Most Christmas Spirit" category, while the 386th Expeditionary Force Support Squadron earned "Best in Parade" and the 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron was named "Most Creative". (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Tony Tolley)
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General serves it up to the troops

SATHER AIR BASE, Iraq -- Air Force Maj. Gen. Joseph Reynes, Jr. (left), Air Component Coordination Element Multinational Force-Iraq Director, serves a Christmas meal to Army Spc. Daniel Williamson, x-ray technician with the 28th Combat Support Hospital Dec. 25, 2009. Specialist Williamson is deployed from Fort Bragg, Texas, and hails from Madisonville, Ky. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Trish Bunting)
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VCR mission in Kabul

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Toya Johnson (right), of Memphis, Tenn., assigned to NATO Training Mission - Afghanistan, plays a game of catch during a Volunteer Community Relations (VCR) mission at a children's orphanage in Kabul, Dec. 18, 2009. The VCR program, facilitated by the Camp Eggers chaplains, utilizes military and civilian volunteers to distribute goods donated by individual and charitable organizations in the U.S. and abroad. VCR volunteers interact with local nationals at various locations throughout Kabul, including schools, orphanages, medical centers and camps for internally displaced persons, enhancing the lives of everyone involved. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Larry E. Reid Jr.)
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AFCENT Command Chief Tours 379th

Chief Master Sgt. Mark Villella, U.S. Air Forces Central Command Chief, visits the 340th Aircraft Maintenance Unit where Staff Sgt. David Peralta, 340 AMU crew chief accepts a pull-up challenge from the chief, Dec. 23, 2009. Chief Villella toured the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing as part of his orientation as the incoming AFCENT command chief. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Tech. Sgt. Jason W. Edwards)
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AFCENT band visits Bagram Airfield

BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan -- Tech. Sgt. Christin Foley, a vocalist from Sirocco, lets the audience members sing parts of "Strawberry Wine" Dec. 23, 2009. The AFCENT Band travels to different deployed locations to boost the morale of Servicemembers. Sergeant Foley is deployed from Lackland Air Force Base, Texas and hails from Cleveland, Ohio. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Felicia Juenke)
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Airmen challenge Kyrgyz team in friendly volleyball game

TRANSIT CENTER AT MANAS, Kyrgyzstan - Capt Patrick Schutte, 22nd Expeditionary Aircraft Refueling Squadron, spikes the ball after a set by Senior Airman Benarvin Garcia during a friendly volleyball game played in Bishkek between Airmen at the Transit Center and instructors from the Kyrgyz Law Academy Dec. 17, 2009. The game ended 15-11 points in favor of the Kyrgyz team. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Olufemi Owolabi)
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