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CIFC breaks down boundries

At the Combined Air and Space Operations Center at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, the Coalition Intelligence Fusion Cell, a multinational team of intelligence specialists, works side-by-side to provide intelligence to commanders for the fight to degrade and ultimately defeat Da’esh. The cell employs a multinational team of intelligence personnel, analysts and targeteers to provide effective information to international leaders to promote interoperability across Coalition nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. R. Alex Durbin)
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CIFC breaks down boundries

The Coalition Intelligence Fusion Cell is a diverse multinational team that plans, coordinates, develops and disseminates timely, relevant and accurate information among international partners and divisions within the Combined Air and Space Operations Center at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Unlike other sections within the CAOC where divisions are U.S.-led and include international augmentees, the CIFC takes a completely multinational approach to intelligence gathering and information sharing. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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USAF, RAAF accelerate fight against Da’esh

A U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender boom operator prepares for a refueling sequence with a Royal Australian Air Force F/A-18 Hornet from an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 24, 2016. KC-10 boom operators sit in the rear of the air craft to operate the boom and communicate with recieving aircraft. The aircraft has the capability of delivering fuel at 1,100 gallons per minute providing refueling support to several coalition airframes working to liberate the city of Mosul, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyler Woodward)
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USAF, RAAF accelerate fight against Da’esh

A U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender crew and a Royal Australian Air Force KC-30A crew pose for a photo after completing the first ever coalition formation departure at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 25, 2016. Between the two aircraft, they had the capability to collectively travel more than 20,000 miles in a joint effort to refuel allied air craft in support of the liberation of Mosul, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyler Woodward)
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USAF, RAAF accelerate fight against Da’esh

A Royal Australian Air Force KC-30A is prepped for a formation departure with a U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender from an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 24, 2016. This is the first time U.S. and RAAF air refueling platforms have flown in formation together. The combined refuelers were capable of delivering more than 576,000 pounds of fuel to coalition aircraft supporting the liberation of Mosul, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyler Woodward)
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USAF, RAAF accelerate fight against Da’esh

A U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender is prepped for take off in a formation departure with a Royal Australian Air Force KC-30 from an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 24, 2016. For the first time ever, the two air forces completed a formation departure. Another example of the devloping relationships among coalition forces contributing to the liberation of the city of Mosul, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyler Woodward)
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KC-10 Extender Maintains Decisive Air Power

Airman 1st Class Richard, a KC-10 Extender fuel systems specialist, completes a fuels system inspection at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 26, 2016. The KC-10s are providing refueling support to several coalition airframes working to liberate the city of Mosul, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyler Woodward)
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KC-10 Extender Maintains Decisive Air Power

A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender at an undisclosed location near Iraq, Oct. 26, 2016. The B-52 approximately carries 70,000 pounds of armament in the support of the liberation of Mosul, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyler Woodward)
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KC-10 Extender Maintains Decisive Air Power

A Royal Danish air force F-16 separates from a KC-10 after refueling near Iraq, Oct. 26, 2016. The RDAF F-16s are providing close air support with several other coalition airframes working to liberate the city of Mosul, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyler Woodward)
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KC-10 Extender Maintains Decisive Air Power

A French air force Dassault Rafale receives fuel from a KC-10 near Iraq, Oct. 26, 2016. The Dassault Rafale is a twin-engine, multi-role fighter equipped with diverse weapons to ensure its success as a omnirole aircraft. The Rafale has flown in combat missions in several countries including Afghanistan, Libya, Syria and now it's supporting the liberation of Mosul in Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyler Woodward)
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KC-10 Extender Maintains Decisive Air Power

Airman 1st Class Richard, a KC-10 Extender fuel systems specialist, completes a fuels system inspection with a drain tool at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 26, 2016. The KC-10s continue their support as they assist U.S. and allied forces in the liberation of Mosul, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyler Woodward)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Tech. Sgt. Wesley Vinson, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, pulls a drag parachute in preparation of packing it for a B-5 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. A drag chute is used to decelerate the B-52 during landing, reducing wear and tear to ceramic brake pads used by the aircraft, increasing their life span. The 379th EOSS AFE flight is the focal point for all flight equipment in regards to inspection, maintenance and repacking of all aircraft-related survival equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Airman 1st Class Jacob Rhodes, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, folds a drag parachute for a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The canopy is re-packed by following specific guidelines using techniques to ensure effective deployment during landing. AFE flight Airmen perform the detail-oriented task of piecing together parachutes used in aircraft that deliver air power in support of Operation Inherent Resolve here. They are also responsible for combat survival and evasion locator radios, night vision devices, life rafts, life preservers, emergency oxygen equipment, aircrew chemical defense ensembles, survival kits and normal back-style parachutes worn by aircrews of the B-52 Stratofortress and C-130 Hercules aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Airman 1st Class Jacob Rhodes and Senior Airman Athena Strong, both 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeymen, untangle parachute lines while folding a drag parachute for a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The 90-foot parachutes deploy as soon as the aircraft reaches 100 knots to assist the aircraft in landing by slowing it down on the runway. The AFE back shop is the only one established in the U.S. Air Forces Central Command area of responsibility and is one of the few AFE flights Air Force-wide that supports seven to eight different air frames. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Senior Airman Athena Strong and Airman 1st Class Jacob Rhodes, both 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeymen, fold a drag parachute for a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. A B-52 drag chute is a parachute designed to be deployed to slow the aircraft and provide control and stability. AFE Airmen first inspect the parachute by checking for tangles and holes before repacking it for another mission. Depending on the extent of damage found during inspection, Airmen can spend eight to ten hours fixing the chute. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeymen accordion-fold a drag parachute prior to packing it into the case assembly, which is then installed onto a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Each of the 16 drag chutes here are allowed to deploy 160 times. Inspecting the 180-pound drag chute prior to repacking is vital because the smallest knot can make the difference between a successful chute deployment and disaster. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Tech Sgt. Wesley Vinson, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, and Airman 1st Class Jacob Rhodes, 379th EOSS AFE journeyman, set up the drag chute in preparation of packing it in a bag June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. AFE has a total of 16 drag chutes to support the B-52 Stratofortress mission. It takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes for two Airmen to pack one chute. Besides inspecting, maintaining and repacking survival equipment, the AFE flight also assists with arming and de-arming aircrews and supports mishap investigations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Tech. Sgt. Wesley Vinson, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, jumps on a drag chute while packing it to be installed into a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Compressing a 180-pounds drag chute requires notable force, so Airmen use an elevated stand to allow them to use their entire body weight to pack the chute tightly. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Tech. Sgt. Wesley Vinson, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, ties a knot to make sure the metal pin stays in, which holds the chute closed to prevent accidental deployment June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. AFE Airmen repack, inspect and maintain several chutes a day to support the B-52 Stratofortress mission in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. The AFE flight includes Reserve, Air National Guard and Active Duty Airmen who support a range of aircraft, including the C-130 Hercules, E-8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System, KC-135 Stratotanker and RC-135V/W Rivet Joint. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Senior Airman Athena Strong, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, packs a drag parachute to be installed into a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. A drag chute is an extra-large parachute that B-52 pilots deploy during landing to slow the aircraft’s momentum. The chute helps slow down the aircraft and prolong the longevity of its brakes. In case of an emergency, the parachutes will also automatically deploy at a certain altitude or when salt water is detected. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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