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E-11A aircraft play key role during humanitarian airdrops in Gaza

Two U.S. Air Force E-11A Aircraft pilots assigned to the 430th Expeditionary Electronic Combat Squadron perform preflight tasks at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 7, 2024. The E-11s host the only formal training unit in Air Force Central Command. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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E-11A aircraft play key role during humanitarian airdrops in Gaza

A U.S. Air Force E-11A Aircraft pilot assigned to the 430th Expeditionary Electronic Combat Squadron performs a preflight check at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 7, 2024. The E-11s are currently standing up their first permanent squadron at Robbins Air Force Base. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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E-11A aircraft play key role during humanitarian airdrops in Gaza

A U.S. Air Force E-11A Aircraft pilot assigned to the 430th Expeditionary Electronic Combat Squadron performs a preflight check at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 7, 2024. When satellite phones are ineffective due to line-of-sight constraints, the E-11 steps in as a data translator. It bridges communication gaps between different airframes, allowing effective collaboration among U.S. and UK airlift assets during airdrop missions. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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E-11A aircraft play key role during humanitarian airdrops in Gaza

Two U.S. Air Force E-11A Aircraft pilots assigned to the 430th Expeditionary Electronic Combat Squadron perform a preflight inspection at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 7, 2024. The E-11 provides a crucial common operating picture that enables all air assets involved in airdrops to deliver aid precisely and on time. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

An Airman assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron uses a shovel to spread concrete mix during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. The Airmen must fill the concrete completely level to maintain airfield integrity. The RADR exercise provided Airmen from the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron experience and readiness if an attack on the installation renders parts of the airfield damaged or destroyed. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

An Airman assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron adds water to a concrete mix during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. Civil engineers conduct RADR exercises in preparation for real-world damage repairs on the flight line in the event of an attack. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

Concrete mix is poured into a simulated crater during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. The Airmen must fill the concrete completely level to maintain airfield integrity. The RADR exercise provided Airmen from the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron experience and readiness if an attack on the installation renders parts of the airfield damaged or destroyed. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

An Airman assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron participates in a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. ECES Airmen repair damage to the flight line and runways in the event of an attack. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

A pavement and construction equipment specialist assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron operates an excavator during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. The civil engineer Airmen used excavation equipment to remove and break down concrete and debris too large for handheld equipment from the craters. The RADR exercise allowed Airmen from the 379th ECES to develop rapid response skills if an attack on the installation renders parts of the airfield damaged or destroyed. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

Pavement and construction equipment specialists assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron enlarge a simulated crater in an airfield at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. ECES Airmen conducted a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise to improve readiness if there was an attack on the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

Pavement and construction equipment specialists assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron enlarge a simulated crater in an airfield at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. ECES Airmen conducted a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise to improve readiness if there was an attack on the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron fill holes with cement during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. Because excavation equipment cannot clear smaller holes in the simulated damaged airfield, personnel must fill them by hand. The RADR exercise allowed Airmen from the 379th ECES to develop rapid response skills if an attack on the installation renders parts of the airfield damaged or destroyed. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron use a measuring tool during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. The Airmen must ensure a large enough hole is made around the crater for excavation vehicles to clear debris. The RADR exercise allowed Airmen from the 379th ECES to develop rapid response skills if an attack on the installation renders parts of the airfield damaged or destroyed. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron use a measuring tool during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. The Airmen must ensure a large enough hole is made around the crater for excavation vehicles to clear debris. The RADR exercise allowed Airmen from the 379th ECES to develop rapid response skills if an attack on the installation renders parts of the airfield damaged or destroyed. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

An Airman assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron directs a bulldozer to rubble during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. During the exercise, pavement and construction equipment specialists utilized their equipment to break down and move large chunks of concrete and debris from simulated craters.(U.S. Air Force photo)
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379th ECES exhibits Rapid Airfield Damage Repair skills in critical readiness exercise

Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron perform a site survey on a simulated damaged airfield during a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair exercise at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 12, 2024. Civil engineers conduct RADR exercises in preparation for real-world damage repairs on the flight line in the event of an attack. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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The end of an era; the 350th EARS flies last scheduled KC-135 deployment

A boom operator assigned to the 350th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron poses for a photo at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area or responsibility, May 29, 2024. The 350th EARS, more commonly known as the “Red Falcons,” trace their lineage back to the 100th Bombardment Group, or the “Bloody Hundredth,” formed during World War II. The 100th BG and their stories were recently popularized in the television show “Masters of the Air.” (U.S. Air Force photo)
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“Hangar Queen” Turned Hero

A C-130J Super Hercules sits in a hangar at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. A C-130 primarily performs tactical portions of airlift missions while being capable of operating from rough dirt strips. (Courtesy Photo)
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“Hangar Queen” Turned Hero

Maintenance personnel from the 41st Mission Generation Force Element fix a C-130J Super Hercules wing within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. The 41st MGFE worked to get the cannibalized C-130 off the ground, executing 465 sorties with zero maintenance cancellations. (Courtesy Photo)
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“Hangar Queen” Turned Hero

Maintenance personnel from the 41st Mission Generation Force Element laugh together as they fix a C-130J Super Hercules front strut within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. The 41st MGFE worked to get the cannibalized C-130 off the ground, executing 465 sorties with zero maintenance cancellations. (Courtesy Photo)
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